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What Causes a Roof Leak? 💦☔

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 If you roof springs a leak, it can cause damage to your home very quickly. Roof leaks can wreck havoc on your drywall, flooring, furniture, and more! One of the best ways to avoid a leaky roof is to know the main causes! Read on to find out a few of the main causes of a roof leak!  #1 Skylights Skylights are great for bringing natural light into your home and are a great way to add style to a room. However, if installed improperly or not sealed right, you can have a major issue above your head. If you notice any water on the floor below your skylight, schedule an appointment with a professional roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks for an inspection to identify the problem and get it fixed. #2 Chimneys Chimney stacks tend to collect water that can drain down and go through tiny spaces into your home. If there is any pooling of water around your chimney area, leaking could occur. #3 Flashing Flashing is the most common reason for a roof leak. When flashing becomes eroded or damaged
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Tips for Protecting Your Roof!

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Did you recently purchase a home or get a new roof? Your roof is an important structure on your home! Maintaining the integrity of your roof is critical for your home. Curious how you can protect your roof? Read on to find out from our roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks !   Trim Any Long Branches Branches or limbs that hang over your roof are a potential for a major issue with a large weight falling on your roof and causing structural damage. In addition to the structural damage, limbs that hang over your roof are constantly dropping leaves, nuts, and other debris on your roof. This can build up on your roof and in your gutters which can cause a backup of water on your roof. Clean Gutters Out Gutters are placed to help expedite water away from your roof and down to the ground. Gutters get full of other debris throughout the year. From overflowing with leaves in the fall to twigs and nuts in the spring, there are many ways for your gutters to get full. A full gutter prevents wate
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Everything You Need to Know About Hail and Your Roof!

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We've been experiencing some unseasonal weather around the Ozarks this December! From high winds and some hail, these storms can impact your roof! If you experienced any hail or high winds the past week, you may be wondering how it can impact your roof. Read on to learn more about the damage hail can cause to your roof!  What are Hail Stones? Hailstones form when tiny particles are swept up high into a storm system by an updraft. Water vapor condenses on the particles and then when it gets to a certain height, it freezes. These small hailstones can be lifted into the storm system multiple times, therefore increasing in size before finally falling out. Hailstones can fall for one of two reasons; either a downdraft sends them falling to the ground or the hail becomes too large for the updraft to overcome the force of gravity. Hailstones can be any size from tiny pebbles or dime-sized to a golf ball- or even baseball-sized. Hail Storms in Missouri On average, Missouri can expect 2-3 h
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Prolong the Life of Your Roof With These Tips!

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Regular inspection of your roof is one of the best prevention methods for premature roof failure. When you catch roof damage you can potentially prolong the life of your roof. Not sure what you should be looking for? Our roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few tips for you!  Exterior Inspection Since inspecting the exterior of your roof may require you to climb on the roof and walk around, it's typically best to hire a professional to do this. Examine all gutters and downspouts. Make sure that the drains are secured to the roof and free from debris.  Visually explore your roof for damaged shingles. Look for shingles that are cracked, torn, bald or missing.  Look around the chimney for any loose materials and any wear around the chimney pipes and vents.  Note any rusty nails or flashings.  Be aware of any moisture, rot or mold. These are signs of potentially damaging water wear.  Look for shingle granules in the gutter. A large number of granules may be a sign of excessi
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Holiday Fun Around the Lake of the Ozarks! 🎄🎉

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It's December and the holidays are in full swing! One of the things we love about the Lake of the Ozarks community is all of the fun thing to do year-round! If you are looking for something fun to do this holiday season, consider going to see some Christmas lights! Read on to get all the details from Above & Beyond Roofing!  ENCHANTED VILLAGE OF LIGHTS Nov 20, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 Laurie Fairgrounds 1 Fairground Rd Laurie, MO 65037 Phone: 573-374-4871 Hours of Operation: Nightly 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (10:00 pm weekends) Enchanted Village of Lights Drive-Thru Light Park Laurie Fairgrounds Nightly 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (10:00 pm weekends) UNITY OF LIGHTS Nov 25, 2021 - Jan 1, 2022 Versailles City Park Hwy 52 Versailles, MO 65084 Phone: 573-378-4634 Unity of Lights Drive-Thru Light Park Versailles City Park ST. PATRICK'S FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS Nov 25, 2021 - Jan 9, 2022 Shrine of St. Patrick's Church 724 N Main St Laurie, MO 65037 Phone: 573-374-7855 Hours of Operation: 5 pm - 10 pm Dai
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How Does Winter Weather Impact My Roof

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Winter is almost here which means we could start seeing winter weather very soon! Have you ever wondered how winter weather can effect your roof? Severe and even minor winter weather can damage your roof. Read on to find out how winter weather can impact your roof!  Formation of Ice Dams Ice dams are created when snow and ice melt on your roof, and before it's able to drain through the gutters and downspouts, it re-freezes along the edges and eaves of your roof. When other melting snow or rainwater doesn't have a way to properly drain because your gutters are blocked with ice, it's easy for water to make its way under the roof shingles and eventually into your house. Damaged Gutters and Downspouts Serious ice dams can cause more problems than just a roof leak. The added weight of the ice can result in rain gutters and even the flashing to be torn right off the roof. One of the best things you can do to prevent this is to ensure your gutters and downspouts are clear of debri
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Life Expectancy of Your Roof Explained

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The roof of your home or business is one of the most important structure of your home because it protects your home from the outdoor elements. A typical roof should last anywhere from 15-20 years. However, there are times that roof will not last its full life expectancy. Curious what factors may affect the lifespan of your roof? Read on to learn more from our Lake the Ozarks roofing company.  1. Installation Even the best roofing materials can't do their job if they're not installed properly. Improper installation can significantly decrease the lifespan of your asphalt roof. A new roof is an expensive investment that you want to last as long as possible. That's why it's so important to hire a well-established, reputable  roofer at the Lake of the Ozarks . Do some research and check references before hiring someone to install your roof. 2. Weather Depending on the climate you live in, the lifespan of an asphalt roof will differ. Here in Missouri, we experience a variety
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