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Homeowners are routinely looking at ways to lower their heating and cooling costs; a local California roofing contractor provides tips on how to do this.

Northridge, CA (PRWEB) December 30, 2012

As a successful roofing contractor in Northridge, CA, Hunters Roofing has seen all variety of roofing projects—new roofs, roof repairs, and standard roof maintenance included. During this time of year, many residents turn their attention toward the cost of heating their home. Home energy efficiency has been a hot topic over recent years. With the rising costs of oil and other natural resources, it is important for homeowners and businesses to look at ways to minimize the cost associated with heating and cooling their homes.

One key item to keep an eye on are the drafts in a home. Cold air transfer between walls, ceilings, and rooms—the drafts that we can feel—indicate a lot of energy being lost between the inside and outside of the home. In Northridge, CA, roofs can play a major role in the energy efficiency of a home. If the roof has not been properly maintained over the years, is missing shingles, or seals are worn, there could be a lot of heat lost during the winter. It is possible that reinsulating the attic and roof could fix a majority of the issue, but a skilled roofing contractor in California would be able to tell for sure what is going to work versus what is throwing good money away.

Whether a home has an asphalt roof, shingled roof, slate roof—it is important that the exterior be kept up. Missing shingles, crack in the asphalt, or worn and misshapen flashing can all lead to faster roof degradation. Water could come in through the weakened areas causing water damage in the home.

At the same time, it is important to trim nearby trees and foliage. Leaves and twigs can blow onto the roof and into the gutters and drain systems of a roof during a California winter. This could lead toward backflow and water issues on the roof, helping to cause further water damage and wear away seals.

While many HVAC specialists will advise that a new heating unit or AC unit is going to dramatically lower the heating and cooling costs of a home, the fact remains that, with a failing roof and insulation, those changes may not make all the difference that was predicted. Often heating and cooling systems are working fine, but are having to work too hard to keep up with the degradation and weakening of insulation and air seals in the roof and other parts of a home.

About Hunters Roofing: Hunters Roofing is a roofing contractor in Northridge, California. They handle roof repairs, new roofs, and replacement roofs throughout the Los Angeles area. Their commitment to quality service and using only the best materials is what has made so many CA residents happy to use and recommend their services over the years.

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