Roof Maintenance Checklist — Silver Spring, Maryland

Use binoculars to check for missing, curled, or damaged shingles. Look for sagging areas or debris accumulation.

Inspect flashing around chimney, vents, skylights, and where roof meets walls. Look for gaps or rust.

Remove debris, flush with water, verify downspouts drain away from foundation. Check for gutter damage.

Branches within 6 feet of your roof drop leaves and needles into gutters, provide a highway for squirrels and raccoons, scrape shingles during wind, and can cause catastrophic damage in storms. Regular trimming protects your roof, gutters, and home from pests and structural damage.

Look for daylight through the roof, water stains, mold, proper insulation coverage, and adequate ventilation.

Moss and algae thrive on north-facing slopes and shaded areas with persistent moisture. Left untreated, moss roots work under shingles, lifting them and allowing water to penetrate. Algae creates unsightly dark streaks that reduce curb appeal. Early detection and treatment prevents costly roof damage.

Rubber boots around plumbing vents crack over time. They are a common and easy-to-miss leak source.