Maryland weather is always unpredictable, even when you pay attention to the weather forecast. Your custom home in Severna Park might be the place you’ve always dreamed of owning, but that dream can turn into a nightmare when you run into these roofing problems.
Leaks and Water Damage
Leaks are one of the most common roofing problems you’ll see. It doesn’t matter what the roof is made of, either.
Even a brand new roof can spring a leak due to water damage. The rain that falls on your Severna Park home, custom-built or not, will soak into your roof and your attic if it is not well-insulated. Besides insulation problems, something could be wrong with the seams, or the flashing that helps keep water off of your roof could be worn out. Leaks lead to moisture infiltration and the possibility of mold and mildew. While you should be able to handle smaller leaks on your own, for bigger leaks, you will need to call on roofing experts to repair them instead.
Poor Installation
The lifespan of your custom home depends on how well it is constructed and how well it is maintained. We take care of the construction, but it falls to Severna Park homeowners to maintain their homes. Still, a poorly-installed roof can become another roofing problem that you might not expect. It’s possible to repair a roof that wasn’t installed correctly, but in some cases, it might be a better idea to replace the roof altogether.
Lack of Maintenance
One last roofing problem that almost all Severna Park homeowners will need to deal with comes in the form of a neglected roof. Maintaining your roof is as important as paying attention to the windows, gutters, and siding of your exterior.
It’s also true that sometimes, you might not be able to afford to maintain your roof. That’s why it’s important to have some money left from your construction budget – to address any problems that will appear once you have lived in your home for several months. You might need to replace the flashing, unclog the gutters, patch up leaks, or clear out puddles of standing water. Your roof will protect your custom home for years to come – so be sure to pick the one that will work the best during the design phase, while your home is still under construction!
Roofing for Custom Homes From Cedar Square Homes
Cedar Square Homes provides a variety of services to our customers, including custom home building to match your needs. We are trusted throughout Maryland for our excellent service and affordable home remodeling prices. Some of the areas we serve throughout the state include Anne Arundel County, Annapolis, Crofton, Severna Park, and Pasadena. Wherever you live, you won’t regret contacting us online or giving us a call at 410-987-9771. To see more examples of our work and stay up to date on our promotions, follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Pinterest.