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Madison Roof Care Calendar

A month-by-month roof checklist for Dane County homes, written for long, snowy winters, sub-zero mornings, spring melt and summer thunderstorms.

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January

Deep winter

0 of 3 done

Watch for thick ice along the eaves.
Why it matters
A sign of heat loss into the attic.
When to get a pro: See ice dams guide.
Rake snow off the lower roof from the ground after heavy falls.
Check top-floor ceilings for stains.

February

Deep winter

0 of 3 done

Keep downspout outlets clear of snow.
Look for frost in the attic if you can get in safely.
Watch drifts on garage and porch roofs.

March

Melt

0 of 3 done

Check for leaks as snow melts.
Look for shingles lost over winter.
Book spring repairs early.

April

Spring

0 of 3 done

Clean gutters after the melt.
Check gutters and hangers for ice damage.
Look over flashing around chimneys.

May

Storm season

0 of 3 done

After storms, check the roof from the ground. See storm guide.
Trim branches over the roof.
Why it matters
Use a tree professional for big limbs.
Photograph your roof for your records.

June

Summer

0 of 3 done

Check attic airflow on a hot day.
Look for hail dents on gutters and vents.
Keep downspouts extended away from the house.

July

Summer

0 of 3 done

Check after every severe storm.
Watch for algae on shaded slopes.
Plan any replacement for late summer or fall.

August

Late summer

0 of 3 done

Get quotes for fall roofing work.
Check skylight and chimney flashing.
Clear debris from valleys you can see.

September

Fall

0 of 3 done

Book a pre-winter inspection.
Fix loose shingles before the first snow.
Check soffit vents aren't blocked.

October

Fall

0 of 3 done

Clean gutters as leaves fall.
Seal attic air leaks before winter.
Buy a roof rake if you don't have one.

November

Late fall

0 of 3 done

Clean gutters again after the last leaves.
Make sure downspout extensions are on.
Hang holiday lights with clips, not nails.

December

Early winter

0 of 3 done

Watch for the first ice dams.
Keep the attic hatch sealed.
Note any leaks for a roofer.

This calendar is general guidance. Check your roof from the ground with binoculars; leave climbing, clearing snow from the roof surface and every repair to a roofer.

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