TRUTEN™ is bare metal, and designed to rust over time. While the rust appearance is very desirable, wear and tear is not. Being diligent to inspect your roof properly will have an significant impact on how long your roof lasts.
Inspecting Your TRUTEN™ Roof
Here are the main items to check when looking at your TRUTEN™ roof.
Clean gutters, down spouts and drain boxes. Leaves and debris can back up your gutter system and cause leaks and damage.
Inspect for tree branches, leaves, pine needles or other items touching the roof. Remove these items.
Clear valleys, waterways and pooling areas. Leaves and debris can block the flow of water in valleys and drainage paths. This must be cleaned out regularly especially if you have trees that overhang your roof. Pooling areas from dirt piles or rotted debris eat through the metal over time and can ruin your roof.
Acidic Trees: If you have acidic trees (pine varieties are an example) near or overhanging your roof, check to ensure needles and branches are not collecting on the roof or in the valleys. The acidity rusts the metal faster and can cause damage. If you have these types of trees near or overhanging your roof, inspect and clear more than once a year- do so every few months.
Soil: If you have TRUTEN™ siding, do not allow soil to come into contact with your siding.
If you are not able to perform these inspection items yourself, contact your roofing professional. If you have any questions please give us a call. A TRUTEN™ roof is a beautiful investment and with proper care will protect your home for years to come.
