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Cladding protects your home from unpleasant weather conditions, sunlight, wind and heavy rainfall all have an effect on a structure of building and over a period can cause destruction and damage if not managed. It act as a safety layer and UPVC is one of the most cost-effective and sturdy materials existing presently.

Here are the benefits of using PVC cladding

1. PVC is a safe cladding material to use.

While it is artificial material, it is actually very secure and safe to be revealed too. In fact, much of the things we are using today have been created from PVC raw materials. Medication purses, blood bags, food appearance, toys and games and water containers are all made from PVC.

2. It is very durable.

Even when it comes to different varying climate circumstances, extreme heat and day-to-day deterioration, it can maintain its unique color and style. According to studies, soffit cladding made from PVC can even hold up against tornados with gusts of wind of 110 mph. It also does not succumb to the harmful effects of material found in the environment.

3. Resistant to mould formation.

Nobody wants to see mould forming on the walls of their house. It is pretty obvious that you would not want to see these harmful micro organisms inhabiting any part of your home. Unfortunately for us, a lot of elements of our home are prone to mould formation. This is why PVC is beneficial for homes. It creates an environment that moulds will not want to live in. Furthermore, PVC does not stay moist for a long time. Moisture it might collect from rain will immediately dry up so it will not trigger mould growth or development.

4. UPVC is cost-effective.

Using PVC as cladding is actually cost-effective. This is even cheaper than buying ready-made UPVC fascia boards. Using cladding to protect the exterior of the building materials is cheaper than buying materials that are resistant to wear and tear. Also, if you already have existing fascia boards at home or walls that require more resistance from wear and tear, you do not have to tear them down, spend money on rebuilding and using weather proof building materials. It is far easier, not to mention, less expensive to use cladding made from PVC.

5. It does not require a lot of maintenance.

The unique thing about PVC cladding is that you can use it and pretty much forget about it. It does not require constant maintenance. In fact, you can simply use water and mild soap to wash the parts treated with cladding and you can keep the area in good condition. This cladding material does not shrivel or dent easily so even if you do not maintain it for years and years, it will still look the same.

Roof maintenance is easily overlooked by many. But you are not supposed to do this. If you don’t want to spend a huge amount of money on big repair then it is better to do proper care of the roof. Open the calendar in your phone, choose a date, fix the reminder & carry out inspection process after every six months.  

How to do it?

If you are afraid of height then don’t worry, you don’t need to climb on your roof. Take binoculars and start inspecting your roof from the ground. Also, you can try to get closer with your roof by climbing up on the stair. Avoid walking on the roof. More walking may damage the roof and also this is not a secure phenomenon, so try to inspect it from the ground or stairs only.  After that take a walk around the home and do a careful inspection.

Let’s talk about this inspection and roof maintenance process in detail...

Step 1 : Note down all the problematic sections of your roof and give them a closer look. Also observe the signs of aging, damage and sagging. Make a list and note down all the issues that you find during an inspection.

Step 2 : Moss and algae like material can take away the long life of your roof. These gradually deteriorates the quality of your roof. So beware and carefully observe everywhere.

Step 3 : Observe your shingles and check out for buckling, curling, or blistering. Also, check for missing or broken shingles. If you find any of these signs, it means your home is at high risk.

Step 4 : Also check for your roof gutters and down pipes. Make them clean and clear so that rainwater can be properly channeled. While cleaning gutters and down pipes also look for rot and open signs as these are typical indicators of big issues.

Step 5 : Trim the branches that are close to the roof because fallen leaves may block the rain gutter, extended branches may damage the shingles. These may also accumulate moisture at your roof which may degrade its lifespan.

Step 6 : If your roof has attic then also check for water penetration under the roof. If you don’t have attic then you don’t need to perform this step.

After Completion Of Routine Inspection, Next What?

After executing all the above mentioned 5 steps, it’s time to carry out maintenance task. If you are not afraid of working roof then you can fix a shingle and can also replace with a new one. If the damage is severe and cannot be fixed by doing it yourself then contact the nearest roofing contractor. Because a professional roof contractor can execute the maintenance task efficiently and also offer warranty for the product and services. This will bring peace of mind to homeowners. A smart homeowner is a pro-active homeowner! Fixing minor problems and concerns before they become disasters is the key to stress-free home maintenance.

When is it the perfect time to completely replace your roof rather than doing the repair?

It is only recommendable if you find that damage is severe and is not repairable. First of all, call some roofing professionals to inspect your roof. Usually, repair can work because roofs are designed to work for more than 25 years. If your roof has spent these years then you have to replace it immediately. In case, if your place was recently hit by the strong tornado or violent storm then this may push an ailing roof into a state of emergency. It is advisable that do a regular inspection of your home in order to maintain the home’s appearance and your wallet.

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