Following news that the US has been pulled out of the Paris Climate Accord once again by Donald Trump on his first day back in office, some may wonder what the future holds in a changing ecosystem.
The issues involved in that are numerous, but, increasingly, they will concern the design and maintenance of our homes in various ways. People suffering from the floods up north in the New Year faced one of the growing problems, but what about roofing and, in particular, flat roofs?
This is something flat roofing specialists can help you with. Firstly, with more storms and greater severity, there is a greater chance of your roof being damaged. This brings the risk of leaks and can also encourage the growth of moss, mould and algae, which are a health threat and can contribute to structural decline. So too can damp, as it rots wood.
For this reason, it is important to repair any storm damage you suffer quickly, but also to invest in robust materials that will withstand bad weather more readily to start with. A valuable step is to use water-resistant resin coating.
Storm damage is not the only threat you may face, as a hotter climate can also cause issues. This is because the hot sun can cause the membrane on a roof to stretch and contract, making it less waterproof, while any existing cracks can widen as the felt layer expands in the hot sun.
These are threats you may already face in summer, but hotter weather will make them worse, which is why you will need to be more vigilant.
However, there are ways you can make the most of the sunshine. One of them can be to establish if you can fit a solar panel on your roof. By producing your own green energy, you can do your bit to help the climate and enjoy long-term energy bill reductions.