Some roof leaks are due to simple problems such as a torn shingle in a small hole in the flashing.  These should be able to be repaired with basic tools.  But, if you can’t fix the problem completely, call a professional roofing company immediately!  Water damage is nothing to play around with.  It can cause major problems more quickly than you realize.

Call a licensed Trim-A-Seal professional when:
• A repair you made is not working
• You have multiple leaks
• The leak is wicking across framing members or along walls, making it difficult to find the source
• The leak has already caused significant damage to the roofing surface or flashing areas
• You are sure that the leak is beyond your abilities

Here’s on quick fix tip that might help you out if a bad storm has damaged your roof and you need to protect it from further damage:

Purchase a tube of roofing cement and a piece of aluminum flashing from any hardware or home center.  Cut the flashing about 1 inch narrower than the ripped tab and about 4 inches longer so that it extends under the tabs on either side.  Use a flat pry bar to carefully loosen the damaged tab and the tabs to the left and right.  Next apply two or three thick beads of roofing cement to the surface beneath the shingle.  Slip the flashing underneath.  Apply more roofing cement on top of the flashing.  Press the tab down to adhere the flashing to the roof.

Remember, roof repair can be complicated and dangerous.  Call a Trim-A-Seal professional right away if you get in over your head! 1-800-217-6355 or visit us at www.trimaseal.com for more information. We service all of Northern Indiana and Northeast Illinois.

Trim-A-Seal has been serving the Northern Indiana and Northeast Illinois area with high quality roofing services for over 60 years. Visit us at www.trimaseal.com for more information or call 800-217-6355.

Spring is almost here and its one of the best times to inspect your home’s gutter system for ice and snow damage, and give gutters a good cleaning, before the spring rains start. Here’s a quick guide gutter cleaning and repair guide. 

Gutter Cleaning & Repair Tips 

- Most gutters need to be cleaned at least once in the spring and fall to prevent clogging. If your house is located in a  wooded area, you may need require more frequently cleanings.

- To start, you ll need a ladder, rubber gloves, a bucket and a good scooping devide (or you can use your hands). You also need a hose to rinse gutter debris from gutters.

-If gutters are moldy from standing water, scrub with a stiff brush to remove mold/mildew.

-After you remove the leaves and tree debris and empty your bucket, rinse  the gutters with the hose and check for leaky seems .

- Also check to make sure your gutters are pitched correctly and draining properly, so water flows completely out of gutters. You want to avoid any standing water

- Once you find a leak, wait for the gutters to dry, then repair any leaks with outdoor waterproof caulk

 - It’s a good idea to clean gutters with a buddy, so climbing ladders is safer and you have some one to hand the bucket down to and get it emptied out.

Gutter Helmet of Indiana installs gutter systems, cleans and repairs gutters and installs Gutter Helmet gutter protection systems throughout Northwestern Indiana and Northeast Illinois (south east Chicago). Our trained gutter experts will come and inspect your gutter system for you. Some homeowners may prefer to install  Gutter Helmet gutter protection covers to keep leaves and debris out so they “Never have to Clean their gutters again!” That’s the Gutter Helmet promise.  Plus, when you install our patented gutter protection system,  we’ll clean your gutters for you for you free of charge. It’s just one of the complimentary gutter services we offer. Have questions about your gutters or need gutter service? Call Gutter Helmet of Indiana today at 800-217-6355.

Gutter Helmet services Ft. Wayne, Crown Point, Southbend, Will County, Porter County, Southeast Chicago, Lake County, Southern Cook County and the surrounding areas. For more information visit www.GutterHelmetofIndiana.com.