How Summer Heat Affects Your Roof (1)

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How Summer Heat Affects Your Roof
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Australia experiences a very warm summer, which
at times can be unbearable. January of this year
was no exception, recording temperatures of
49.5C. As a roof is at the forefront of a home,
they tolerate most of the heat. Roofs are
supposed to keep you comfortable throughout the
year, but it cannot fight the weather extremities
if not maintained and can succumb to damage. It
can be surprising for most people to learn that
extreme heat can raise concerns with a
roof.  Melbourne Quality Roofing roof
restoration experts have jotted down some vital
information on how heat affects a roof.
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Are you Wondering How It is that Heat Damages a
Roof?

• Let us start with understanding the causes of
  extreme heat on the roof. The heat itself may
  cause a lot of damage to the roofing materials.
  With a rise in the temperature, roofing materials
  tend to expand, causing cracks and brittleness
  here and there. The ultraviolet radiations that
  constantly bombard the roof, eventually break it
  down bit by bit, making it porous and weak. There
  is less of a chance that people notice the
  deterioration during summer, however, with the
  arrival of rains, the roof can start to leak. 
• If your roof is painted with a dark colour, the
  temperatures within may soar higher than it is
  outside. If the outside temperatures are 90F, it
  can feel like 150F on the inside. These high
  temperatures accelerate the chemical process,
  causing roofing materials to wear down faster.

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How to Prevent Roof Damage Caused by HeatNow
that we know for certain that heat can damage the
roofing materials, we should take certain steps
to prevent it. 

• Colour of your roof
• The colour of the roof affects the temperatures
  within the attic of a roof. A general study
  indicates that the plywood under a dark roof with
  direct sunlight is 10-15F hotter than one with a
  lighter coloured roof. This is because dark
  colours absorb heat, trap it and allow it to flow
  into your attics. On the other hand, lighter
  colours are more reflective and cause the heat
  rays to bounce back off, meaning that it absorbs
  less, or holds less heat. 
• If you are planning to change the colour of your
  roof, who better to do it for you than Melbourne
  Quality Roofing experts? They implement
  industry-standard procedures, follow safety
  standards and use high-quality materials for your
  roof. If you're considering getting your roofs
  repainted, call us on 0466 885 133.

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• Roofing Material
• The material of your roof has a significant
  impact on the amount of heat absorbed in your
  home. Contrary to the popular belief, metal roofs
  are highly reflective. They reflect the majority
  of the incoming heat, which keeps the attic at a
  moderate temperature throughout the year. On the
  other hand, an asphalt roof reflects very little
  heat.
• These two materials are the most common roofing
  options, but tile and concrete flat roofs have
  different heat absorption rates and reflection
  properties again.

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• Roof and Attic Construction 
• Irrespective of the roofing material you utilise
  for your roof, the construction and attic both
  play a significant role in levels of heat. It is
  advisable to have proper roof ventilation to keep
  your home stay comfortable during summer. A
  well-built home will have an attic that ensures
  excess heat escapes. 
• If you don't have a good attic and require roof
  restoration, contact our expert roofers.

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How to Repair Roof Damage Caused by Heat

• Despite preventive measures, your roof is
  eventually going to be damaged. It's best to fix
  the issues before it's too late. 
• Contact Melbourne Quality Roofing experts to
  handle all of your roofing concerns. With decades
  of service under their belt, our roofers never
  fail to deliver quality roofing services. Our
  experienced and highly trained roofers inspect
  your roof for damages and suggest repairs to
  retain it in the best possible conditions for
  years to come. 
• Call us on 0466 885 133 for an obligation-free
  quote, post-inspection. You can also write to us
  at melbournequalityroofing_at_gmail.com.

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