How to Reduce the Risk of Fire Damage to Your Roof

Fires can easily spread from one roof to another. This is why it is very important that your roof is cared for with fire safety in mind. Having your roof maintained properly by trusted residential and  commercial roofing contractors  like Larry Walty Roofing & Guttering Inc., ensures that there aren’t any issues or problems that may otherwise damage or endanger your roof. 

Here are some tips that can help you reduce the risk of fire damage to your roofs.

1. Keep the Roof Clean. 

Every piece of wood, grass, leaves, plastic and other similar debris lying on your roof and around your home is potential fuel that fire needs to burn. This also increases the risk that fire can engulf your home. Even if you have fire-resistant roofing materials installed, they can still ignite and burn if you expose them to high temperatures for too long. 

2. Regularly Clean Your Chimney

If you often use your fireplace, the combusted materials form part of the debris and soot that go up the chimney. Over time, partial combustion and other organic debris can accumulate and form a layer of dark brown or black flammable tar known as creosote. This material can easily catch fire when ignited and can spread to your roof if it isn’t protected properly. 

3. Invest In Fire-Resistant Roofing Materials.  

Your best option is to choose a roofing system with a Class A fire-resistance rating. The reliable  roof repair  expert, Larry Walty Roofing & Guttering Inc. offers DaVinci® tiles that are all class 4 impact rated and class A fire rated with a wind certification of up to 110mph. These types of roofings are generally rated Class A because of their ability to protect your roof structure and home from fire exposure.

4. Repair Exposed or Damaged Areas on Your Roof

Even if your roof is installed with fireproof materials, it won’t be effective against fire hazards if some of its sections are exposed to natural elements. For instance, if you have missing shingles or damaged flashing, you’ll not only have water leaks to worry about but increased fire risks as well. A fire can get through these weak points and spread faster to its inner structure.

If you want to reduce the risk of fire in and around your roofing system, don’t hesitate to consult our services. Larry Walty Roofing & Guttering is well-known as a residential and  commercial roof repair  company that provides expert gutter, window and siding replacement. We pour concrete and offer exterior painting services. 

Call Larry Walty Roofing & Guttering Inc. today for your free roof replacement estimate and ask about our financing options. We can be reached by calling us at 662-488-5149 or by filling out our  contact form. We serve clients in El Dorado, KS.

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