Maintaining a safe and sound roof over your home is crucial. The roof is the first line of defense against the outdoor elements, and a quality metal roofing service can help to keep it safe and sound. According to the Roofers Guild, 1,600 square feet is the average area of the rooftops on homes in the United States. That's a lot of roof to keep in good shape. Here are some of the more significant dangers of not maintaining your roof.

Costly Damage to Your Home

All rooftops require maintenance and occasional repairs to help them last for decades. High winds, heavy snowfall, and falling trees and limbs are just a few potential dangers that might damage your rooftop. If you don't maintain your roof, then water, pests, and other invasive items might enter your home and cause extensive damage. A quality metal roofing service could repair or rebuild the roof, but you would need other contractors to fix the damaged interior.

Potential Health Threats to Your Family

When moisture enters your home through the roof, it could cause mold or mildew growth that threatens your family's health. Respiratory illness and general discomfort are among the many symptoms created by exposure to mold and mildew, which might work their way into your ventilation system. Inspecting and maintaining or repairing your roof is the best way to prevent such health threats to your family.

Denial of Related Home Insurance Claims

Homeowners insurance is important for protecting your home against a variety of perils, including a collapsed roof. Unfortunately, if you let your roof fall into disrepair, your insurer might deny any claims related to the roof. If the insurer says you were negligent by not maintaining or repairing your roof, it can deny your claim.

Could Lose Your Investment

A home is the most valuable asset that most people have. If you ignore the roof, it could deteriorate to the extent that the rest of your home becomes virtually worthless. The property will still hold value, but a home with a roof that needs to be replaced and any related damage that might occur to the interior could make the structure almost worthless. You could lose your investment and need to either rebuild your home or move to another location.

As you can see, many things can endanger the health of your roof. Staying on top of repairs and maintenance will extend the lifespan. If you need roofing services, don't hesitate to contact Silverline Exteriors LLC. We cannot wait to assist you.