When it comes to roof inspections, timing matters. Here in North Central Florida, January is hands down the best time of year to have your roof inspected. In this post, we’re going to look at the top five reasons why January is the best month of the year for roof inspections.
#1 Hurricane Season Is Over
#1 Hurricane Season Is OverThe storms have ended, the skies are clear, and North Central Florida sees a few weeks of cool, dry weather. That gives you a chance to have professionals check for sealant cracks or damaged shingles. After all, you want to be certain that there is no lingering hurricane season damage waiting to cause serious problems.
Whether it is direct damage from wind and debris or damage caused by years of Florida weather, you are most likely to discover problems right after hurricane season ends. Now that hurricane season is behind us, it’s the perfect time to schedule a roof inspection.
#2 Perfect Conditions For Materials And Professionals Alike
The cooler, dry weather is the perfect environment for professional roofing inspectors. Why? The lower levels of rain mean your roof finally has the chance to dry out. This, coupled with the cooler temperatures, means that the materials in your roof are at their most contracted state of the year. If there is a hidden crack, this is when it will show itself.
Plus, professionals can move more easily, more safely, and without heat exhaustion. That means they can focus on your roof without sweat in their eyes, or the risk of heat exhaustion.
#3 Identify Problems Before Heavy Spring Showers
January is typically a dry time, but more rain is on the way! Getting a roof inspection in January gives you ample time to address issues before the heavy spring rains arrive in April and May.
Whether it’s direct damage from hurricane season–wind damage, hail damage, debris damage–or it’s the usual wear-and-tear damage caused by another year under our intense Florida sun, finding and fixing problems in the January lull is critical to avoiding severe problems later.
#4 Ensure Warranty Coverage
Many roofing manufacturer warranties require homeowners to have their roofs regularly inspected and properly maintained. (These warranties can be confusing. That’s why we included a thorough section about them in our guide to asphalt shingles). If these stipulations are not met, the warranty can become invalid and you can get stuck with a huge repair bill.
Having a professional roofing inspector inspect your roof in January not only has the highest chance of catching post-hurricane-season damage, it also provides you with documentation that you have fulfilled your warranty obligations.
#5 Prepare For The Year Ahead
Finally, maybe the best reason to get your roof inspected in January: peace of mind.
Having your roof inspected in January gives you the comfort of knowing that you had your inspection done when weather conditions were at their optimum. Your inspector had the highest chance of finding damage or wear and tear.
If your inspector gave your roof a clean bill of health, you know that it is truly ready for the year ahead.
And if your inspector did find an issue, you know that you are having it repaired while roofing materials are at their optimal ambient temperature.
Schedule Your Inspection Today!
We’ve been inspecting roofs like yours for nearly fifty years now. Our team knows what to look for during any month of the year.
But if you want to leverage the cool, dry weather of January to get the best inspection possible, now is the time to reach out to us! Secure your home, make your warranty company happy, and rest assured that your roof is ready for another year of Florida weather.