Kansas City Roofers Tell Homeowners to Prepare Early for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season does not officially start until June this year, and the National Hurricane Preparedness Week does not commence until May 27.

Kansas City, KS (prHWY.com) April 26, 2012 - Kansas City, MO - April 28, 2012 - MB Roofing, Inc. - Hurricane season does not officially start until June this year, and the National Hurricane Preparedness Week does not commence until May 27.

Still, May is statistically the month with the most rainfall, so Kansas City roofers like MB Roofing, Inc. are urging homeowners to fortify their roof well ahead of the wet and wild weather.

April Tornadoes

Research has suggested that April tornadoes are no longer as uncommon and underreported as they used to be 60 years ago.

In fact, a story on Kansas City's weather by the New York Times last year mentioned that the annual count of tornadoes which occurred in April had risen dramatically from 74 to 163.

The 89 difference between the annual averages for the 1950s and the 2000s is reason enough to give advance preparations serious thought, asphalt shingle roofing specialist MB Roofing, Inc. said.

The best offense is always good defense, the contractor recalled, finding the adage appropriate not only to games, driving, and warfare but also to roofing.

Better Safe than Sorry

According to the composition roofing contractor, Kansas City homeowners have barely three weeks to weatherproof their homes and should consider the following preventive measures:

Schedule inspections and corrective repairs right away. Homes that survived last year's winds are understood to have sustained some form of damage and might not be able to withstand the same level of impact.

Some asphalt shingles may look undisturbed from the ground up, MB Roofing, Inc. warned. However, they might actually need to be re-fastened.

Ensure that the shingles are sturdy and covered by a warranty. No actual tests will be performed, but Kansas City roofers can usually tell based on the hail resistance and class ratings.

Ordinarily, shingles can withstand wind speeds of up to 130 mph. For optimal performance against mechanical impact from flying debris and solid objects, a Class 4 rating is recommended as the material has been lab-tested to hold up well against steel balls, the company explained.

Inquire about wind resistance from the specialists. There are two types of winds to watch out for in a hurricane, the roofing contractor disclosed: a pressurized variety and a type that blows in a straight, steady stream.

When working together, strong winds can cause shingles to fly and even uplift entire roofing systems. However, a solid roof can keep homeowners safe in the midst of moderate winds.

Study ahead how to take care of leaks. Not all professionals can rush the moment they are needed, but there are simple steps that homeowners can do to make the roofer's job easier, MB Roofing, Inc. said.

Specific steps and more tips are outlined the company's web log area.

About MB Roofing, Inc.
Established in 1996 and a Better Business Bureau (BBB) member since 2000, MB Roofing, Inc. is one of the few Kansas City roofers to specialize in repairing, replacing, and installing composition roofs. The company currently offers free onsite roofing surveys and cost estimates. It charges nominal fees for asphalt shingle repair and gutter replacement.


MB Roofing, Inc.
2950 NW Platte Rd Riverside, MO
Phone: (888) 379-6305
Email: info@mbroofing.com

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