Roof repair is complex and must be performed by a licensed Highlands Ranch roofing company. Just like some other people, you may also choose to DIY, but you take a lot of risks.

Falls, weather, insects and other hazards

It might sound scary but it is true: thousands of people die each year because they fall from roofs. But even if you do not fall off the roof, you may still get injured: back injuries, twisted ankles and bruises are all common problems experienced by DIY enthusiasts. Identifying weak or soft areas of the roof can be difficult. If you step in the wrong place, you could damage your roof and hurt yourself!

Then there are the stings of insects such as bees and wasps, which can be very dangerous, especially if you have allergies. These creatures may build hard-to-find nests on roofs, chimneys, or in the nearby trees. If you get in their way, you can be in big trouble.

Weather can also put roof work in jeopardy. Short summer showers (or evening dew) can make your roof slipperier than it looks, leading to dangerous slips and falls. Gusts of wind can also throw you off balance.

Roof repair projects require experience

Roofing is not as easy as it looks. It takes time to master the skills necessary to replace shingles and repair leaks. And the only way to develop these skills is by working on roofs. Many roofs, of many different types!