by ridgeline | Feb 4, 2026 | Residential Roofing, Roofing Materials, Roofing Upkeep
Alabama storm season can turn small roof issues into big, expensive leaks fast. If you want to spot roof damage before the next heavy rain, use this practical roof inspection in Alabama checklist and fix problems before water finds a way in. To spot roof damage before...
by ridgeline | Feb 4, 2026 | Residential Roofing, Roofing Materials, Roofing Upkeep
Short answer: Yes—cold weather roof leaks in Alabama happen when freeze–thaw cycles, small ice dams, attic condensation, and cold-brittle sealants let meltwater back up under shingles and flashing; sealing the attic, balancing ventilation, clearing gutters, and adding...
by ridgeline | Feb 4, 2026 | Residential Roofing, Roofing Materials
In winter, freeze–thaw cycles in Franklin drive water into roof cracks by day and expand into ice at night, prying materials apart and fueling ice dams. With average January highs near 47°F and lows near 29°F, these swings are common in Middle Tennessee (NOAA climate...
by ridgeline | Feb 3, 2026 | Commercial Roofing, Residential Roofing, Roofing Materials
Nashville winters aren’t just cold—they’re erratic, with rain, sleet, and sharp gusts that quietly wear down your roof. Here’s how winter roof damage in Nashville builds up and what you can do now to prevent leaks. Quick answer: In Nashville winters, roof damage comes...
by ridgeline | Feb 3, 2026 | Residential Roofing, Roofing Materials, Roofing Upkeep
Wind damage after winter storms in Huntsville occurs when gusts create uplift that bends shingles, breaks the self-seal adhesive strip, and drives rain under roof coverings. Once those seals fail, wind-driven rain can enter at ridges, rakes, valleys, and flashings,...
by ridgeline | Feb 3, 2026 | Roofing Materials, Roofing Upkeep
Featured snippet: A winter roof inspection in Birmingham prevents rain‑driven leaks and wind lift from becoming costly repairs by catching loose shingles, cracked pipe boots and skylight seals, and weak flashing early. Even without snow, Birmingham AL winters bring...