Making Your Roof Accident-Proof

While the home is where the heart is as the famous saying implies, our home is also our haven against the elements. It keeps everyone safe from harm and provides shelter, safety, and security that we all desperately need. All parts of our house are important because, without one, our house won’t stand tall and proud. This time, let us focus our attention on the roof. It’s the part of the house we seldom think of because it is often out of our sight but it actually offers the most protection to us all.

The roof is our first-line of defense against many natural hazards like the rain, wind, sun, snow, and many others but it can also be one of the most vulnerable. It is why a good quality roof is essential to maintain the integrity of your home. Other times, you may need to go up your roof to check on something but end up falling and hurting yourself. This is also an important issue that we need to tackle as more houses and buildings are constructed each year that we need to ensure all workers stay safe whenever they are working on top of a high structure.

Falls make up more half of all construction-related injuries and deaths, and continue to present one of the biggest risks to employees in construction roles. The period between 1999 and 2007 recorded 580 construction-related fatalities in the UK. This averages at 73 fatal accidents a year, with 41 of these being falls. Several recent high-profile incidents of skylight accidents have brought increased attention to the danger, as have the significant fines and penalties construction managers have been facing. Risk of fall is one of the biggest safety concerns of roofing work, so consider what added measures can be put in place to make a roof a safe place to work.

Many people have been injured or even died because of roof-related accidents. Most of the time, these mishaps were preventable but still, preventive measures were not taken and resulted in one accident after the other.

Safety checks of staff equipment and working environment should be carried out with regularity, every day preferably, and any potential health and safety risks addressed immediately. Similarly, possession and condition of staff safety equipment should also be checked with stringency, and ill-equipped staff should not be permitted to work. Suitability and condition of hard hats, boots, gloves and other protective equipment should be checked regularly.

Ensuring safe working conditions for staff should be every manager’s priority, and this means good all-around oversight of the work environment and its contents. Introducing a quality control routine helps staff to look out for and spot potential safety hazards, and shares the responsibility of health and safety among the team. Establishing a company culture of top-notch health and safety should be the main objective when looking to improve roof safety.

(Via: https://www.shponline.co.uk/ensuring-health-and-safety-when-working-on-a-roof/)

Other times, you may find yourself in deep waters when a fallen tree goes through your roof during major disasters. How will you be able to save yourself from such a major headache?

And if a tree falls on your house, take basic measures to limit damage — but only if it’s safe.

“If there’s a leaking roof … if it’s safe to do so, limit the damage that’s being caused,” Sarkissian said. “… Of course, safety is the No. 1 priority,” he said. “If there’s a raging storm, raging winds, heavy rain, we remind people that safety has to come first.”

What else can you do to prepare for this weekend’s weather onslaught, if you haven’t already?

Plenty, said Erik Larson, an Allstate insurance agent in the Tacoma area for nearly 27 years.

Now is a good time to secure outdoor furniture, barbecues and other outdoor items.

“Make sure there’s nothing dangerous in proximity to the house, other structures or vehicles,” he said. “Sadly, it’s a little too late to do much pruning.”

Clearing storm drains can prevent localized flooding, he said. And buying a few sheets of plywood might not be a bad idea.

“You never know if you have to do some emergency repairs,” he said. “Something could easily come through a window. You want to be able to board it up pretty quickly and safely.”

(Via: http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/weather/article108161687.html)

Accidents do happen. For instance, there is little you can do when calamity strikes but to pick up the broken pieces and rebuild your life. You may be overwhelmed by the magnitude of the problem but you can make progress by taking one step at a time.

Survey the scene and assess the damage. Is your life in danger by this tree that went through your roof? Has the weather cleared up? Is it now safe to go outside or better to stay indoors? After knowing the answer to these questions, formulate your next step and make sure the inside of your house don’t suffer from more damage because of the gaping hole above you. Every problem has a solution and all you need to do is to ask for help if the problem at hand is beyond what you can manage.

At least twice per year, property managers should inspect and conduct maintenance on their roofs. An inspection in the spring will identify any damage that occurred over the winter months, and an inspection in the fall will ensure the roof is ready for harsh winter conditions.

When conducting the inspection, take a plan of the roof and note the locations of any anomalous conditions. The results of previous inspections can be used to determine whether the roof has deteriorated since the last inspection. Photographs can also be used to document changes in the condition of the roof over time.

Roof safety

A roof can be a dangerous place. Do not conduct roofing inspections in high winds, and never walk backwards on a roof; always watch where you are going. Unless the roof has a parapet at least 42 inches (1070 millimetres) high or a fixed guardrail, the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires that you do not get closer to the edge than two metres (six feet, six inches).

(Via: https://www.reminetwork.com/articles/15135/)

Protect you and your family from the dangers of any break in the integrity of your roof. Remember that anything inside your home can get damaged or you may even end up injured if your home doesn’t do its job of protecting everyone inside the house. Moreover, people who work in construction sites or other service-oriented jobs that entail them to work on top of roofs should also be wary of the dangers of falling. They should know what to do and what to avoid during working hours so as to prevent becoming another casualty of an accident that can claim your life when working on top of high places.

This link http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-installation/ can help you understand more about roof installation and even do the job for you, so you no longer get your hands dirty or risk injuring yourself in the process. Spring is the perfect time to check on the status of your roof and how it has weathered the rough seasons in the previous months because the weather has improved and the sun shines brightly again.

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Weirdest Things To Go Through A Roof

There are more than just trees that go through roofs these days. It's true that when you think of roof damage you think of small animals or maybe the stray branch of a tree during a wicked storm. While you're thinking of strange things that go through a roof, we bet you never expected a baseball player and a few willing men:

In what appears to be turning into somewhat of a tradition, yet another baseball player has injured himself ahead of spring training in an unusual way. On Tuesday, Kansas City Royals reliever Brian Flynn fell through the roof of his barn in Oklahoma, resulting in a broken rib and three non-displaced fractures in his vertebrae.

“He was working on his barn and fell through the roof,” Royals Manger Ned Yost told reporters (via Kansas City Star) at a Tuesday afternoon press conference. “So he took a pretty good tumble, knocked himself out.”

Flynn, who was not assured a spot in the Royals bullpen, is expected to take about eight weeks to recover, which Yost said will put him “behind everybody else.”

Via: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/early-lead/wp/2017/02/14/royals-reliever-falls-through-a-barn-roof-carries-on-tradition-of-weird-spring-training-injuries/?utm_term=.fdc9baf79338

Bet that hurt! Don't forget this guy:

A man suspected of trying to burglarize a City Heights smoke shop early Thursday morning had apparently entered the business by cutting a hole through the store's roof.

At about 2:30 a.m., police responded to a security alarm call at the Blaze Smoke Shop in the 4100 block of University Ave.

When officers arrived, the suspected burglar locked himself inside the store.

However, after several minutes, the man gave himself up to officers and was arrested.

According to the store's owner, this is the third time someone has broken into his shop in the past two days.

The owner told 10News he had just fixed his roof because someone else broke into the store by coming through the ceiling.

Via: http://www.10news.com/news/police-man-cuts-hole-in-roof-in-break-in-at-blaze-smoke-shop-in-city-heights

This guy needs to put some steel plating or something up there. He's not the only one:

Two burglars who broke into the Rainbow Farms Market in unincorporated El Cajon Sunday by removing a rooftop vent were in custody Thursday after they were recognized by police on surveillance camera footage of the incident, authorities are reporting.

Lakeside residents Everett Luther, 26, and Travis Murry, 32, forced their way through the market’s ceiling and climbed down inside the building between 5-5:30 a.m., according to a report from the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department.

“Once inside, the suspects stole a large quantity of cigarettes and lottery tickets,” the report continued.

The burglars then climbed back out through the building’s roof and fled before deputies arrived at the market located at 1335 La Cresta Boulevard.

When deputies reviewed surveillance camera footage taken from the scene, they determined Luther and Murry were the suspects and both men were arrested Thursday. Murry had two outstanding felony warrants for unrelated burglary charges, the report continued.

Via: http://timesofsandiego.com/crime/2017/01/12/rooftop-burglars-from-lakeside-nabbed-after-surveillance-video-catches-them-in-the-act/

Why does coming through the roof seem like such a good idea for criminals? Honestly, you don't know what's up there. At least the second group used a vent. The first criminal decided to just, you know, cut a hole in the roof. Because, criminal minds. We hope that the baseball player recovers. He's the only one who didn't want to go through the roof, it was just an unfortunate accident. When you've got some repairs to get done, you need to make sure they're done right, which we can help with: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/. That's not saying the poor shop owner didn't try to get it done right the first time. It just seems like his roof is an easy target. Perhaps all shops should have their roofs made of some sort of indestructible material.

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Going From Bad to Worse: Roof Damage

As a homeowner, there are a lot of things you need to prepare for. It's a smart idea to create a bank account solely for savings. These savings should be able to cover 3 months worth of wages and extra money to cover bills and, let's face it, repairs. That draft in your kitchen? Might be caused by old windows and suddenly you need to replace them all. Or maybe you've noticed it's a bit muggy in your bathroom after a shower. Poor ventilation can cause mold to grow on your ceiling and in your walls. These seemingly small things can cost big bucks. One resident discovered this in an unfortunate turn of events:

A Carlsbad mom says her family struggled with sweltering temperatures this past summer after their home’s air conditioning unit broke.

The Kisch family says they were excited about their new Carlsbad home when they moved to San Diego this year. But within a few months, the young family says they couldn’t sleep in their upstairs bedrooms.

“Our showers are upstairs so we shower quickly and then we come back down because it’s been unbearably hot,” Tracy Kisch said.

Tracy said two months after her family moved in, their air conditioner quit working. Kisch said her home came with a one-year home warranty under the company Old Republic Home Protection. She contacted them and they sent out a contractor to fix the broken air conditioner.

But that didn’t stop the Kisch’s problems.

“It had been at least a week where water was excessively leaking while the unit had been running,” Tracy said.

The leaking water from the replaced air conditioner caused water damage to Tracy’s roof. Tracy said Old Republic Home Protection told her it was the contractor’s fault who installed the new A-C Unit and that Tracy should contact them for assistance.

The contractor said it wasn’t their fault and blamed it on a defective air conditioner.

“They kind of kept pushing us off on the warranty company and then the warranty company kept pushing us off on the contractor,” Tracy said.

Tracy says all this was happening in the heat of the summer and the family was sleeping on an air mattress downstairs and using a portable crib.

Via: http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/old-republic-home-warranty-ac-repair-403685216.html#ixzz4Y1QJUI2k

This is one of those times when a bad situation just keeps getting worse. It's horrible to have this happen to anyone but getting the runaround from a company doesn't put any fears at ease. A roof getting damaged can spell a lot of trouble for a home. Your roof is what's supposed to protect you from all the bad weather and keep you safe and warm. It can't do that if it has holes or is compromised in another way. Residential homes need extra love and care and we can help with that: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/residential/.

Regular maintenance is key to keeping your house functioning properly. It's more than just mowing the lawn and cleaning the gutter. Making sure things are shipshape can sometimes call for more than a quick visual sweep. Don't get caught with your roof in poor condition.

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Leave No Roof Unturned?

This weather has been pretty wicked. With the high winds and excessive rains it might feel like we're never going to be dry again. The winds ripping roofs right off of people's it brings new meaning to "Leave no stone unturned". While it would be nice to know just what nature is looking for when it rips the top off a building, there's no denying that roof damage has escalated with these storms:

San Diego County, and the backcountry were soaked with heavy storm systems that dropped several inches of water, the exact sum has yet to be agreed upon. Residents have reported, 8 to 18 inches of water dropped on Alpine.
Whether it was 8 or 18, the water is needed and helps to alleviate drought conditions that have been plaguing our county for the last eight years.  The storms however, brought more than much needed water to the region.  There were warnings of flash flooding, river flooding, and debris flows.

Much of this was witnessed on many properties that suffered severe damage, such as the VFW Hall here in Alpine, as well as many residences.
Heavy rains and strong winds associated with the latest storm this past week were responsible for downed power lines and telephone lines, all over Alpine including closing parts of Arnold Way to everyone but residents.
Many Alpine residents reported that their roofs were damaged in the latest deluge to strike our region. Also, windows were smashed when trees fell on homes.
The El Cajon and Crest area is reporting downed trees, gushing creeks and overflowing pools.
Twenty miles east of Alpine, In Japatul Valley, extremely high gusts of wind tore through the foothill community as terrified residents watched power poles topple and trees becoming uprooted. One resident watched helplessly as winds and rain pushed over a fifty-five foot tall pine tree onto their home sending limbs through the roof and into the attic.

Because soils have reached a saturation point many are beginning to see storm water runoff from these latest storms. Local seasonal streams and creeks are now beginning to flow, filling up our neighborhood ponds and lakes.
Via: http://thealpinesun.com/article/storm-wind-and-rain-alpine-suffers-latest-downpours

Ouch. It's certainly not looking good for anyone right now. Home owners and businesses alike are going to be battling the damage caused by the storms and roof repair is the number one concern for those who have been affected. It's a double-edged sword because we've been so dried out by the drought that we want the rain. What we don't want is the winds and beatings that nature seems to throw along with it. Whatever happened to a gentle rain? Is that really too much to ask for?

In the end, drought predictions are getting better but we could really use a break at the moment. People who have lost their entire roof will need to start looking into roof installation. It's a big job and we can help you with that: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-installation/. We've got you covered. Our professional crew is there to bring you out of this darkness. Together we are stronger.

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Nature’s Version of Crashing A Show

Nature has been getting its way lately with the wicked storms that have been pummeling the area. The news says it's be a series of three massive winter storms that have been taking us to task. That's far more than anyone would really like to admit. With the flooding there have been trees falling all over the place. It seems no one is safe. We know that there's a section for symphonies devoted to the woodwinds, but this brings it to a whole new level:

Jahja Ling will never forget Inauguration Day, and it has nothing to do with President Donald Trump.

It was something akin to the thunderstorm that rolls in during  Act 2 of “The Barber of Seville” or erupts in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6.

The music director of the San Diego Symphony was at his Bonita home with his wife and their two daughters when our much-touted weather took a nosedive.

First, his backyard patio table and chairs blew into the swimming pool.  Then, as Ling headed upstairs at about 4 p.m., an explosive C-R-A-S-H startled him.

He ran to survey the damage from his bathroom window, but all was dark. The daylight was blocked by tree branches.

A 30-to-40-foot-tall pine tree in his backyard, uprooted by the ill-tempered winds, had toppled onto his roof, lifting up his concrete patio, destroying pool equipment and shattering his fence.

While he guesstimates repairs will cost thousands of dollars, Ling is grateful his roof didn’t collapse. “We feel fortunate. This is nothing like what’s happening in Georgia and Mississippi.”

While the Lings lost a majestic pine tree and another smaller tree, there is one bright side. They gained a long-term supply of firewood.

Via: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/columnists/diane-bell/sd-me-bell-20170126-story.html

Was it a sign to work on some more music? Or was it just nature being a jerk? Either way, the fact remains that this house took a serious beating. No doubt that it would have been scary to have your house come under fire from a giant tree. His roof has been damaged and there are likely lots of people in this same situation. The winds haven't been gentle and trees get mighty big. When that happens, it's a recipe for disaster. Having trees on your property is probably starting to look a bit more dangerous than you'd like. There's still a good reason to keep them around, you just need to be a bit careful and try to keep them maintained. However, sometimes things just happen.

Having roof damage is a big job and you need people who know what they're doing to help you repair it. This isn't something where you can slap a tarp on it and hope it holds out the rain. Getting moisture into your house, especially in places where it shouldn't be, can cause more damage than you can shake a stick at. We've got you covered when it comes to roof repair: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/.

Storms are unbridled forces of power that are just out to make a mess of things. It's nothing personal, that's just what they do.

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Roofing Woes to be Wary Of

Storms are natural disasters. They are unbridled forces of nature that just slam their way through the world. They aren't doing it out of malice or ill feelings. That's just the way they are. They aren't made to be any different. When you get hit with three massive storms like we have you're sure to find this all out first hand. While recovering from disasters can bring a community together and renew your faith in humanity, it can also bring out the worst of the worst. There are those who enjoy making a profit off of someone else's pain:

Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer warned residents Thursday about falling victim to roofing scams in the wake of the recent storms.

Feuer said his office has only received several complaints regarding roofing scams this year so far, but he is putting out the warning because "we are at this moment where we can prevent ... complaints if we do our work collectively well."

At a news conference at City Hall East, Feuer highlighted a recent case where an elderly couple paid an unlicensed contractor $5,900 for roof repairs that instead made the problem worse.

Feuer's office is seeking more than $95,000 in restitution for the couple. The man was convicted of contracting without a license and must perform community service and was placed on probation for three years.

Feuer said consumers should be wary of contractors who show up at their door unsolicited, ask for a large down payment in advance, or say they will do the work without a permit.

Numerous problems are associated with hiring unlicensed contractors, Feuer said, noting that they often are not bonded, typically do not have workers' compensation insurance and are frequently not trained to do the work.

Rick Lopes, chief of public affairs for the California State Licensing Board, said some scam artists will prey on elderly, physically infirm couples, make up a non-existent roof repair problem and then pretend to do the work before making off with an easy payment.

Via: http://patch.com/california/southpasadena/watch-out-wet-weather-roofing-scam-authorities-warn

We don't mean to cause panic or have you running for the tinfoil to protect yourself from a conspiracy. The point we want to drive home is that you need to do your research and ask the right kinds of questions. A professional is going to have those answers for you and is going to prove they can do what they say they can. There are reasons why permits are required and reasons why people in trades need to receive more than just a hands-on education. Your house is your home and castle. You want to make sure that it's taken care of properly.

There's no question that the devastation from the storms can leave you reeling. Depending on how badly you were hit, the damage could be severe. You want to make sure you're trusting in a professional that can provide you the services you need without having to question their motives. If you need roof replacement, we can do that: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-replacement/. If you just need some repairs, hey, we can do that too: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/. We're here for you.

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Are You Smart Enough? Wildfire Tips and You

Being no stranger to extreme weather, the droughts we have been facing have sparked more than their fair share of wildfires these last few years. There are several ways to protect your home from the devastating destruction. You've got to make sure you are educated in the simple ways you can save your home. Prevention is the key here, so by learning what to watch out for and how to take care of it you will be in a better position. Here are some tips to help you:

As dry and warm weather returns, public safety officials are bracing for an already active wildfire season in the San Diego Region. Wildfires are not a new threat, but it is important to continue weaving wildfire prevention and education into the fabric of San Diego’s culture. An educational exhibit, recently opened at the Mission Trails Regional Park visitor’s center, is a good example of making wildfire education a part of San Diegans’ everyday life.

Unfortunately, San Diego has a long history of wildfires. I remember first-hand the devastation and impact of the Cedar Fire in 2003 that destroyed over 2,000 homes and killed 14 people. I was nearly a victim myself.
When the fires began, I drove to an area near Harbison Canyon in East County to rescue horses that were in the path of the fire. Unfortunately, when I arrived, all of the horse trailers were already gone. As a result, I was forced to ride out on my horse while holding a rope trailing three other horses to a shelter a few miles down the road.

I can still remember my fear as I watched the fast approaching flames coming down the mountain, and the loud boom of exploding propane tanks in the nearby community of Crest.  Thankfully, the four horses and I were lucky enough to make it out that day. Though memorable, it is something I never want to experience again.

Stories like this are surprisingly common among San Diegans, especially after the nearly equally devastating Witch Creek Fire in 2007. Through these tragedies, we have learned valuable lessons about not only about how to fight wildfires, but also how to prevent them from spreading.

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The threat of flying embers illustrates that it’s not just homes near canyonlands that need to be prepared. All San Diego homeowners must ensure that their property is prepared for wildfire season. Some suggestions include:

• Roofs: Burning branches, leaves, and embers can be carried by the wind and land on the roof. Roof materials should have a Class-A rating. Slate, terra cotta (clay) or standing-seam metal roofing are examples of Class-A fire-resistant suggested material.
• Vents: All vents should be covered with 1/8 inch metal mesh. DO NOT use fiberglass or plastic mesh.
• Rain gutters: Screen or enclose rain gutters to prevent accumulation of plant debris.
• Garage Door: Install weather stripping around and under doors to prevent embers from getting inside.

Via: http://timesofsandiego.com/opinion/2016/08/03/education-key-to-protect-family-and-property-from-wildfires/ 

Just like Smokey the Bear says, "Only you can prevent forest fires". In our case, it's more like making sure our homes are in tip-top shape and that all work is done properly. We can help you with your residential roofing needs http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/residential. We're the professionals so you can count on us to do it right. If this past year has taught us anything, it's that it's only going to get hotter and drier. Of course, we hope that the weather calms down and that these dry spells become few and far between. Wouldn't that be nice? Prevention is the best medicine in this case, so wouldn't you like to make sure you've taken your dose?

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Stand Up to the Beating: How Would Your Roof Hold Up?

The weather has not been friendly. In the summer we saw massive wildfires caused by an intense drought. Now we're getting battered by some of the worst winter storms we've ever seen. It doesn't help that they appear to be ganging up on us to blow our roofs off and throw trees at us. There is only so much your roof can take before it has to wave that white flag and give up. Here are some highlights of roofs caving in to the pressure:

Two homes were crushed by a massive tree in Scripps Ranch, ripping right through the roof and into the living rooms.

Bruce Tindall came home to a natural disaster in his living room and his upstairs office. The glass from Tindall’s sliding glass door imploded into a million pieces in his living room. His ceiling caved in downstairs and upstairs.

The arborist who showed up to haul the tree away said the eucalyptus tree that toppled was about 50-years-old and 140 feet tall.

“I’m just happy nobody was home when it happened and no one was injured," Tindall said.

The giant tree also tore into his neighbor’s home. Both homeowners have been told they can’t stay in their homes because the structures have been compromised.

Via: http://www.10news.com/news/homes-destroyed-after-140-foot-tree-crashes-through-roof

And let's not forget this one:

IMPERIAL BEACH - High winds and rains clobbered Imperial Beach Friday, leaving one apartment complex without a part of its roof.

10News reporter Joe Little was at the scene after severe weather ripped the roof off of an apartment unit on Seacoast Drive.

San Diego Sheriff's deputies and fire crews responded to the scene and reported no injuries.

Portions of the roof were found nearby scattered across the Tijuana Estuary.

Via: http://www.10news.com/news/storm-ravages-imperial-beach-complex

Finally, the icing on the cake:

Chula Vista is one of the hardest hit local communities after this weekend’s storms and they’re still cleaning up on Monday.

“It just totally smashed the upper wall and the roof in,” says Mike Hiller, whose home was damaged by the storm.

A tree crashed down onto Hiller’s roof damaging one wall and the chimney. Hiller’s son was home alone at the time.

“He heard a crackling noise, the dog started tripping out, and then he heard a big boom like a bomb,” adds Hiller.

It wasn’t just the one tree at the Hiller house. Several other ones toppled over in the yard and even onto the neighbors roofs.

“When we got home, we saw this, it looked like a hurricane came through,” according to Hiller.

It’s a story we’re hearing all over Chula Vista, where neighbors are cutting up and clearing out what’s left a major winter storm. Most of the city’s 57 parks are closed because so many trees came down, and more could follow.

“We started mopping up which is going to take us at least a week with our crews and contractor crews helping us to mop up all the messes here,” says Chula Vista Public Works Director Rick Hopkins.

Rohr Park was the hardest hit. An arborists is checking out the trees Monday to see how many more might still fall.

“We really hope people will heed the warnings when the park says closed and stay away,” adds Hopkins.

Via: http://www.cw6sandiego.com/storm-clean-continues-chula-vista/

Wow. All these roofs have has the worst days of their lives. There's always something trying to either tear them off or break them down. Sometimes you can't help it if a giant tree smashes into your house. In some instances, no matter how much you try, that roof is going to give. Take the guessing game out of it though. Have professionals inspect your roof and repair if necessary before the next massive storm. We can help with that, http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/residential/, and you know you can trust our work.

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Even Giants Can Get Roof Damage: Apartments

When most people think about roof repair, they think about houses. Those buildings that house a single family or the duplexes that are home to a few families. Don't forget about apartment buildings. These giants have one roof that collectively covers the heads of several families and single residents. Their roofs are just as much at risk for damage from storms or fires. We tend not to think about them because most of them are tall and therefore our brains think they're out of reach of trees. However, trees can get mighty big and come crashing down with force. We've got a few apartment building roofs that succumbed to some damage:

Several UC San Diego students were evacuated early Tuesday morning after a large tree fell down onto an apartment building, causing damage to the building's roof.

The incident happened at around 1:30 a.m. at an apartment complex in the 9200 block of Regents Park Row in La Jolla.

No one was injured in the incident, but the students were forced to relocate to another apartment unit nearby.

Crews were summoned to the scene to assess the damage and remove the tree.

Via: http://www.10news.com/news/students-evacuated-after-tree-falls-onto-apartment-building-022817

There's also this story, where the tree glanced off the roof but still caused damage:

Firefighters evacuated dozens of people from a North County apartment complex Friday after a fallen tree ruptured a gas line.

The big pine, estimated to be about 100 years old, came down in the Pacific Pines complex in the 1700 block of El Camino Real in Encinitas. It hit the roof of one apartment unit with a glancing blow and cracked open the natural gas line that feeds the hot water system for the entire complex..

Crews from the Encinitas Fire Department evacuated 20 to 30 people from units that were downwind of the broken gas line until utility crews from San Diego Gas & Electric were able to turn off the gas shortly before 6 p.m.

Most residents were allowed to return to their apartments, but about several apartments were badly damaged.

Via: http://fox5sandiego.com/2017/02/17/apartments-evacuated-after-fallen-pine-ruptures-gas-line/

And lastly, here's another piece:

Residents of an El Cajon apartment complex are demanding answers after unfinished work on the complex roof allowed the recent rain to damage their units.

Families, including many with small children, live at the Courtyard Villas apartment complex near Jefferson and East Camden avenues. After Monday’s storm, the ceiling of the complex had gaping holes, due to an unfinished construction project.

“They woke up [Tuesday] to just leaking everywhere on the roof. Basically, this morning things were collapsing,” said Nancy Moreno, whose mother lives in the complex. “No one even got notice they were going to do roof work.”

Tuesday afternoon, bags of clothes and other property piled up along walkways. One unit didn’t have electricity for a time.

The complex’s property manager, Eduardo, declined an on-camera interview, but later came out in front of our camera telling tenants, “I’m telling you right now, if you want to get a room at the hotel you can. Don’t complain later that I didn’t offer.”

Eduardo said he’s trying all he can to fix this situation and it’s a process. He said he’s offering affected tenants at least two nights at a hotel. When asked, he would not provide the name or contact information of the property owner. He said he did not know the name of the company hired to do construction.

Via: http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/El-Cajon-Property-Manager-Unfinished-Roof-Caused-Rain-Damage-331039042.html#ixzz4aBnbiqKD

While the last one didn't involve a tree, the fact remains that there was an issue with the roof that compromised the homes beneath it. The tree in the North County story might have been to weak to puncture the roof or it just wasn't tall enough. Chances are, if the roof was poorly put together the tree could have damaged it as well as the gas line. Never put off roof-repairs. It's your job as tenants to be aware of work going on for your building by either speaking with your building manager or being on the board for the building, if applicable. When it comes to repairs and installations, we can help you with both of those: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/, http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-installation/. We've got you covered.

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Did Someone Order a Flood?

In many parts of the country they have to deal with frigid winds and huge piles of snow. Here in San Diego our nemesis is generally rain. Lots of rain. Enough rain to accumulate into a flood and give our city a not-so-nice cleansing. When that first shower hits it seems comforting and welcome. All that rain can pile up and do a number on your house though. Not only do you need to be aware of water flooding in through your potentially weakened basement, but from the roof of your house as well. No one is really immune to this issue, as we discovered last year:

Roads were washed out, trees toppled, sinkholes formed and residents became trapped as strong El Niño storms swept through San Diego County Tuesday and Wednesday.

San Diego lifeguards worked swiftly to rescue people from rising water. One of those rescues took place Wednesday at Miramar Road and Cabot Drive, where lifeguards rushed to help four to five cars with people trapped inside.

The California Highway Patrol issued a Sig Alert for the 8100 block of Miramar Road as they continued rescues. One elderly woman was taken to the hospital for unknown injuries, and an SDG&E transformer had to be covered until crews could deal with possible water damage.

Other rescues were necessary at Roselle Street near Sorrento Valley and Ward Road in Mission Valley.

In Sorrento Valley, a partial roof collapse at a FedEx building forced an evacuation of the building, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) spokesman Lee Swanson said. Two employees were below the collapse, and both were not badly injured. Structural engineers were sent out to assess the damage.

As high tides crashed against the shore, lifeguards closed the Ocean Beach Pier, they said. They will inform the public once it is open again.

A visiting professor at UC San Diego bravely went on with a vector calculus lecture as water flooded into his room. "His actions are a testament to the dedication of UCSD's faculty," wrote student Tony Murillo, who captured video of the scene. "P.S. He did end up letting us out early."

Via: http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/El-Nino-Storms-Damage-Flooding-Mid-City-Mission-Valley-Kearny-Mesa-364392121.html#ixzz4VYq9Ku4z

It's easy to forget just how heavy water can be when it accumulates. On their own each drop is pretty tame. Gather them all up and throw them onto a weakened structure and you're signing up for some crazy damage. Roof health is an important factor for determining how healthy your house is. Even the smallest hole can add up over time. If you've got an attic space that you don't regularly use, you might not be aware of how bad water damage is until the ceiling falls in on your head. The good news is that a roof that has been installed properly should last you a good 5-10 years. After intense weather you might want to get a professional to assess the current status of your roof to find out if you need any repairs. A few missing shingles could wind up costing you loads of money in the end. Don't let yourself get caught with your shingles off: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/residential.

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Make Your Roof Work For You

Let's just say that the weather can be your enemy these days. With all the rain we get, it only makes sense to have your roof work extra hard for you if you can. Have you heard about the rain barrel rebate? They can help to ensure your roof stays intact and leakage issues are avoided. Rain barrels work by funneling the water dripping off of your roof into a specially designed barrel that holds the water for you to use for things like watering your plants or lawn, among other things:

In San Diego County, there’s still time to buy water-conserving rain barrels without getting soaked.

A $75 rebate offered by the San Diego County Water Authority and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is available for a variety of qualifying rain barrels. It drops to $35 on Jan.1. Rebate rules are at www.socalwatersmart.com.

The Water Authority and the Solana Center for Environmental Innovation have a special deal on rain barrels that sell for $90 each before the rebate, discounted from $149. The barrels are made of heavy duty recycled plastic, hold 50 gallons, have a lid with a screen at the top, and a spigot at the bottom. They can be ordered online and picked up at the Solana Center in Encinitas.

Water officials say the barrels help conserve potable water, save money on bills, and reduce storm runoff that carries pollutants into streams, lagoons and the ocean.

About 31,000 rebates have been issued for rain barrels and cisterns in the region since the incentive program began three years ago, said Joni German, a water resources specialist at the County Water Authority.

Rain seems to whet people’s interest in the program, by reminding them that harvested water can be put to good use.

“Now is the time,” German said Wednesday. “These are our rainy months. Even if you don’t have gutters, you can still use rain barrels.”

Just walk around the house and see where the rainwater is flowing off the roof, she said. That’s the place for a barrel. Some people use a decorative rain chain, usually made of copper or stainless steel, to help direct runoff from their roof into a barrel.

Most people place the barrels beneath the downspouts from their gutters, and install an elbow in the downspout to direct the water into the container. It’s good idea to place the barrel on concrete blocks or bricks to elevate it enough that the water can flow through a gravity-fed hose from the bottom to the garden. Overflow from the top of the full container should run onto a lawn or garden and not a hard surface.

Via: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/communities/north-county/sd-no-rain-barrel-20161228-story.html

You'll want to make sure your roof is in tip-top shape so that this lovely rain you're collecting doesn't leak through and into your house. If you've got damaged shingles or missing shingles for that matter you're going to lose a lot of that water to the inside of your house. It's best to get your roof repaired before putting too much stock into a rain barrel so that you can make sure you get all the water where you want it. Check out our services: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/, and then consider calling. The value of your home is tied strongly to the quality of your roof, so keeping it in the best shape possible keeps not only your home strong, but the amount of money it's worth.

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Preventing Fungi From Growing In Your Walls

What are the consequences of a leaky roof? Maybe you need to put some buckets on the floor to catch the drips, right? We see that all the time in cartoons and other comedy shows. But a bucket isn't going to save you from all the issues a leaky roof will cause. And while it isn't as bad as fire, moisture comes the threat of mold. No one wants those less-than-fun fungi growing in their walls. Here are some words of wisdom:

You can procrastinate about some cleaning tasks, but when it comes to mold, it’s better to take care of it sooner rather than later. Mold can cause health problems and destroy whatever it grows on. The spores of mold fungi commonly float through the air, and when they adhere to damp surfaces and start to grow, they can gradually consume the surface. The key is to get the cleanup done before that happens.

Mold produces allergens that can cause reactions in some people, including hay fever-type symptoms. Even mold treated by a chemical or biocide can still cause allergic reactions, so in addition to killing mold, it also needs be removed, says the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Here’s a look at cleanup tips and how to prevent mold from forming.

Where Mold Is Most Common

A leaky roof or plumbing, flood damage, or indoor humidity that’s too high and without proper ventilation can all lead to mold problems. Unmitigated flood and water damage can lead to mold growth in as little as 24 hours, according to Gold Coast Flood Restorations in San Diego.

Anyplace that remains damp and unventilated is a potential mold-forming zone. “Anywhere water travels” in a structure is vulnerable to mold, says Austin Reid, co-owner of Mold Masters in Southern California.

That includes areas where major plumbing arteries are located, crawl spaces with drains, walls plumbed from bathroom to bathroom and between floors. Incorrectly sealed tubs and faulty construction can cause water to seep in crevices and create big problems over time, Reid says.

Regions where the weather tends to be damp or humid can be mold hot spots — but arid areas are not immune. Buildings that are tightly sealed may lack adequate ventilation, which can lead to moisture buildup, says the EPA.

Mildew is another fungi-produced coating that can form on damp surfaces. Mildew usually grows in a flat pattern and appears powdery and white or gray. Mold is darker in color, usually black or green, and penetrates the surface of what it’s growing on. You may follow the same cleaning steps below to remove mold and mildew.

Via: http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2016/12/15/expert-advice-to-prevent-remove-household-mold/

Put the buckets away and step away from the umbrella. It's bad luck to open one of those inside anyway. If you've got a leaky roof you need to get serious about calling for roof repair: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/. Only by repairing the leak can you stop the moisture from coming in! After that's been taken care of it's time to clean up and maybe have an expert take a look if the leak was going on for a long time. Don't find yourself becoming a fungi-farmer by chance.

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Look Up: How do Commercial Roofs Fare?

Even big businesses need to keep maintenance up to snuff or they might be faced with a huge hit to their wallets. If a building is in disrepair they also face the possibility of losing business. Loss of business means loss of revenue. When that happens, a lot of basic repairs can sometimes fall by the wayside. When this happens, the issues can build up and over time cost a huge amount. Hopefully that's not what happened to the San Diego Convention Center. The reality, however, is that they are facing a hefty price tag for some equally hefty repairs:

Heavy equipment has moved into the Sails Pavilion of the San Diego Convention Center, not for a trade show but to begin a $16 million replacement of the floor, roof and other repairs.

The project, due for completion in 2018, is part of $25.5 million in upgrades funded from a loan by the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank. Another $3.6 million in improvements is being covered by center operations and the city budget.

Convention officials showed off banks of LED lighting in the exhibit halls Tuesday,  the first item on the to-do list to be completed and one of those  funded locally.

“This is largest series of upgrades in convention center history,” said Laurie Coskey,  chair of the San Diego Convention Center Corp. board.

Also planned are restroom upgrades, replacement of the ceiling and cooling towers in the west building, escalator and elevator modernization and fire safety retrofits.

Clifford “Rip” Rippetoe, the center’s president and CEO, said the improvements will help keep the facility competitive and environmentally sustainable.

But he said despite these improvements, some large conventions have decided to meet elsewhere, and others are considering a move because they need more space and expansion is on hold for legal and financial reasons.

Among conventions thinking of leaving is San Diego Comic-Con International, whose contract expires after the 2018 event. Rippetoe said negotiations are under way to extend the popular convention another three years.

However, he said he was not pessimistic about eventually seeking a tax increase, if that becomes necessary to finance an expansion. Voters rejected a tax increase to pay for a new Chargers stadium and convention center annex in November.

Via: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/growth-development/sd-fi-conventioncenterrepairs-20161220-story.html

Did we read that price-tag right? Ouch. Talk about sticker shock. Could this have been prevented with regular maintenance? We don't know. What we do know is that the building basically needs a huge face-lift right about now. If you find that your roof is in disrepair you may have to weigh the options between a complete replacement and a repair. There are pros and cons to each and we're ready to walk you through those and help you pick the option that makes the most sense: http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-replacement. In fact, it's important to remember that replacing your roof typically can be a 20-30 year investment, in that this is how long it's going to last. It's hard to hate on that kind of safety, and the dividends having a new roof installed can pay are literally priceless.

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Just a Little Spark

When little children drawn a home, they always draw four walls, a window, door and a roof. The roof is one of the most important aspects of a house. It's kind of like the head or the hat of a home. A roof can also be a fragile part of a home. When it comes to certain disasters like fires and extreme weather it's often the roof that bears the brunt of the damage. The roof is also what protects us from extreme weather, animals and other disasters. But just like every other aspect of your home it requires regular maintenance. Without that, there are times when the roof just gives up:

A three-alarm fire destroyed a large commercial warehouse in the Miramar area early Tuesday.

The non-injury blaze on in the 8500 block of Spectrum Lane off Camino Santa Fe was reported shortly before 2 a.m., according to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department.

Huge flames shot up into the sky, leaving a fireball and smoke that could be seen for miles.

Arriving firefighters found the two-story 20,000-square-foot building fully engulfed and called for backup.

The roof collapsed and crews feared electrical transmission lines could fall on them so they attacked from outside.

"[We] made a very short attempt to save the far side of the structure that was not involved in the fire yet," said Batt. Chief John Fisher. "But unfortunately, we were unable to do that."

Around 100 firefighters from San Diego, Miramar and Poway had the fire knocked down in about 2 1/2 hours, SDFRD Capt. Joseph Amador said. The warehouse was said to contain items from a dietary supplement business that was in the process of moving in.

Fire investigators were sent to the scene, as was a structural engineer, Amador said.

Camino Santa Fe, which is used to access Spectrum Lane, was closed at Carroll Road, according to San Diego police. As of this report, all roads have reopened. No injuries have been reported.

San Diego Fire-Rescue Department crews report that the estimated damage stands at $3 million - $1 million in content and inventory and $2 million in damage to the structure exterior.

Via: http://www.cbs8.com/story/34134946/massive-warehouse-fire-in-miramar

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Like a hat, the roof keeps things tidy and unseen, like electrical wires. When a roof collapses it's a very serious things because no one really knows what's hiding up there. Unless you have lived in, or built, the building all manner of stuff can be hiding in the attic. It's often the place in horror movies where bad guys hang out. There are times when the roof needs a complete replacement. Maybe there was weather damage, maybe there was a nest of mice that just destroyed the place. Or maybe the roof wasn't done right the first time. When you find yourself faced with such a task, don't just pick up the first hat you see.This hat, this roof, is a part of your house. It needs to look good and function appropriately.

Don't let your top remain uncovered and trust in the professionals to do the job right.

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The Passing of Time

There are many different ways for a roof to fall into disrepair. If you've got critters making a home for themselves in the rafters, chances are they got there through a gap in the roof. If you don't pay attention to the state of your shingles after a wicked storm, the loss of these protective shields can expose your roof to the elements. Sometimes a bird will even get up on your roof and use weak shingles for their nest. If these don't sound like big deals you should get your roof inspected, just in case. You don't want to lose your home over something that was preventable. All buildings are at the mercy of the state of the roof. It can make or break operations:

When Christy Martin was named “Fairest of the Fair” in 1976, her brother Harry, then 12, remembers his family being escorted around the Del Mar Fairgrounds by its sombrero-clad ambassador Don Diego.

Today, Don Diego is gone and so is the Fairest of the Fair contest. Soon, another iconic fairground attraction will be lost — the 63-year-old Don Diego clock tower will be torn down to make way for expanded vendor exhibition space.

The tower’s destruction has been discussed for more than six years, but its fate was sealed last week at a meeting of the 22nd District Agricultural Association’s board of directors. The building is beyond repair, the board determined, because of extensive termite damage and a leaking roof. Its bathrooms, clocks and electronic sign no longer work.

“They were making jokes at the meeting that the only reason it’s staying up is the termites are holding hands,” said board member David Watson. “The tower is in pretty bad condition ... it doesn’t get used. It’s just sitting there in the middle of the parking lot and it’s in the way.”

When the San Diego County Fair reopens on June 2, the structure will be gone, officials said.

Martin, now a real estate agent who lives in Escondido, said he’s upset about the impending demolition. The clock tower, which is decorated with three large tile murals of Don Diego — who was portrayed for many years by actor Tommy Hernandez — is one of the last surviving memories of his childhood visits to the fairgrounds.

“It’s one of the only things that’s still left of Tommy Hernandez over there,” Martin said. “They’re taking away all the history of the Del Mar Fair. I read about how the building has fallen into disrepair and I think it’s all a little too convenient for the fair board. They want it gone so they can make some more money so they just let it fall into rot so they can knock it down.”

News of the planned demolition created a firestorm of criticism on the “Vintage San Diego” Facebook page among longtime San Diegans who feel their history is being lost.

Via: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/communities/north-county/sd-no-don-diego-20161221-story.html

While it may seem sad that an icon is going to be torn down, you have to remember that the cost to keep buildings like this in working condition is no small change. Could this have been prevented if ongoing maintenance had been performed? We'll never know. Don't let yourself get caught in the rain: if you have some roof repairs that need to get done, check this out http://sandiego.preciseroofing.net/roof-repair/.

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Out With a BANG

A roof is one of those things a lot of people take for granted. You live in a house, the roof is there. The expression for someone with a place to go home to at night is that they have 'a roof over their heads'. It should be a basic necessity. When you own a home the roof is one of those things you honestly might forget to look after. It's there all the time, right? It's easy to forget about it. That doesn't mean you should, though. Proper roof-care is serious business. It's not one of those things that you should ignore, if you can.

Surely you've seen it in television shows or in movies: a house where the bad guys are hiding out suddenly explodes. The roof goes flying and then there's just a sudden mess everywhere. Sadly, these things can happen in real life too. If you were in town on the 2nd you might have been startled by the insanely loud sound of what turned out to be a gas explosion:

An explosion on Monday damaged an unoccupied city apartment complex in National City - leaving residents in the area rattled.

One witness told CBS News 8 it felt like and earthquake and then a hail storm in the form of shattered glass and debris.

The natural gas explosion lifted and shifted the complex's roof, blew the windows out and left dry wall dangling on the inside.

The National City Fire Department believes the natural gas leaked when construction crews moved the water heaters from the attic to outside - causing the gas to pressurize.

"We just heard that boom and the house shook. The windows shook - everything shook," said Daniel Desiga.

Building inspectors on site said the explosion caused the walls to bow, and the ceiling to almost collapse. The water lines were also ruptured - creating a pool of water on the second floor.

"You just saw smoke billowing out and the water spraying everywhere," a witness told CBS News 8.

The fire department said had they arrived any later it could have been disastrous.

"We are lucky. It could have been a lot worse," said Captain Mike Shoemaker, with the National City Fire Department.

National City Mayor Ron Morrison live two blocks away from where the explosion took happen.

"I happen to be away from home and I got a call from my family that the whole house shook," he said.

Via: http://www.cbs8.com/story/34169226/gas-explosion-rocks-national-city-city-apartment-complex

The scary thing is that houses in the vicinity should review their structures for damage. An explosion of that size and force can potentially weaken homes around it. The great thing is that the building was unoccupied and that no one got hurt.

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