Wood roofing is one of the more expensive types of roofing materials that you can choose. So why would you do it? In most cases, the choice is made because of the nice appearance of a wood roof. Some might choose it because it is made from a renewable resource and because of this, it is better for the environment, but the majority do so because they really like the way it looks.
Wood does require a lot of upkeep. There are many things that can damage wood – termites, various grubs, rot, fire and woodpeckers, just to mention a few. To make sure that your roof lasts as long as possible, you need to protect it against all these dangers.
Keeping your roof as dry as possible is very important to prevent a lot of trouble. Don’t let branches and leaves accumulate on your roof where water can sit and do damage. You should also make sure that you don’t have trees that hang over and drip down on the roof.
