Routine roof maintenance can significantly help increase your roof’s lifespan while also saving money (hundreds of dollars or more in the long term). Many experts recommend this be done at least twice a year. The American Institute of Architects also estimates that adequate roof maintenance can cut commercial roof leaks by nearly 70%.

Fortunately, our experts at King Siding and Gutters in Eastport, Long Island offer visual inspections, clean drains, and can remove debris from your roof. We can also identify minor defects (e.g. broken slates) and fix them, take photo proof of your roof and offer a cost-effective repair.

Regarding skylights, we at King highly suggest replacing this when re-roofing, as this can be an extremely cost-effective choice. This also permits you to synch up your skylight and roof warranties. We provide free consultations for estimates for this, so don’t hesitate to contact us.

Skylights are designed to give natural light to homes. If constructed strategically, they can also help you save on energy payments. Energy Saver – the United States Department of Energy’s consumer resource – notes that roofs facing east offer optimal solar heat gain and light during mornings, while west-facing skylights provide this in the afternoon.

Additionally, skylights on north-facing roofs give off relatively constant illumination and skylights facing south offer the highest potential for winter solar heat gain but can also let in undesirable heat gain during the summertime.

Our professionals at King can solve your issues, whether they involve glare, damage from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, or water leaks. Glazing (typically with glass or plastic) is one way to control solar heat that enters through skylights.

Contact us at King today for more information about our installation and replacement services.