Now that spring has arrived and the threat of prolonged wind and rain has decreased (although not diminished) you can safely check your roof for any damage caused in the winter months.
It is important to check your roof at least once a year for any signs of weakness, and to ensure that it remains in good shape. Unfortunately, this job is very easy to look over and leave and before you know it you haven’t inspected the roof for almost 3 years.

If you are to inspect the roof from roof height, you should ensure you do some safely and if you are concerned call in a specialist roofing company like DPR. Thankfully, there are lots of inspection techniques which can be done from ground level so always try that first.

Below our leading Leeds roofer team look at some of the easiest ways to inspect your roof from the ground.

Firstly, take a slow walk around your property (if you can) and look for any signs of roof tiles or mortar fragments on the ground. Also look up and see if you can notice anything that looks unusually out of place.

Look for any signs of wear and tear like cracked mortar or loose flashings. You may also notice any missing or broken tiles and if you do you should immediately replace these by using a reputable roofer, we do not recommend any homeowner attempting repairs on a roof at all due to the obvious dangers.

Should you notice something more serious, you should seek professional help quickly as your roof will be compromised and not offer the protection it should. If you live in Leeds, you can contact our Leeds roofing team by calling the number at the top of the screen. All other areas of Yorkshire are covered so please call your local DPR office. Our other area offices are. Wakefield 01924 255677 – Huddersfield 01484 866772 – Barnsley 01226 670008 and Pontefract 01977 220016.

At the same time as checking the roof from outside, you should always look for early signs of a roof leak. Early signs of potential trouble include dark areas on ceilings, peeling paint and water stains in your home. These usually occur a few days after a heavy rain storm when the house starts to dry out a little.

If you do notice any of the signs and you are a Leeds homeowner, it is important to contact a Leeds roofer quickly for a repair. You can speak to one of our team on: 0113 335 0043. Our other area offices are. Wakefield 01924 255677 – Huddersfield 01484 866772 – Barnsley 01226 670008 and Pontefract 01977 220016.