Why regular roof maintenance is essential
A roof protects your home from wind, weather and other external influences. Without regular maintenance, however, there is a risk of damage that is not only expensive but can also jeopardise your insurance cover. Owners should take their duty of care seriously and have their roof inspected regularly.
Avoid damage through maintenance
Even well-built roofs are not invulnerable:
- Storm damage: Loose fastenings can lead to covered roofs.
- Humidity: Water penetration favours mould and rot.
- Frost: Frozen water can burst roof parts.
Regular maintenance prevents such damage and saves you from high repair costs.
Secure insurance cover through roof maintenance
Since a judgement by the Federal Court of Justice in 1993, homeowners have had to have their roofs regularly maintained. Insurance companies can refuse to pay out in the event of storm damage if maintenance has been neglected. A maintenance contract with a roofing guild protects you in such cases.
Commission professional maintenance
Laypersons are often unable to recognise damage correctly. Professional maintenance includes
- Testing the fastenings
- Analysing the energy requirements
- Checking lightning protection, rain gutters and drainage
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