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Many roofing problems can be detected from the outside. Do you detect one or more of the following problems? Be sure to take care of these issues as soon as possible!

• Loose or exposed nails
  >>> cover these exposed nails with IKO Shingle Stick, then sprinkle some granules on top.
• Shingles that are cracked, curled or buckled up
  >>> check if the ventilation is working properly and change the affected shingles. If there are too much damaged shingles, you have to start thinking about a new roof. Ventilation is essential for the longevity of your roof.
• Loose or missing shingles
  >>> repair and install the missing roof shingles. Check out IKO's roof shingles range.
• Loose roof shingles at hips or ridge lines
  >>> repair and install the missing shingles at the hips and ridges.
  Check out how to cover your roof with hips and ridges.
• Algae stains or moss
  >>> apply a high quality anti-moss liquid on your shingle roof.
• Shingles with missing granules
  >>> use IKO Shingle Stick and some granules on the affected parts or replace with full shingles.
• Sagging or bulging
  >>> call a professional roofer or carpenter to brace the affected part. Probably you will have to renovate the deck and/or roof.
• Cracked or missing caulk on flashing
  >>> re-caulk all problematic spots with IKO Shingle Stick.
• Flashing that is damaged or missing
  >>> install a new metal flashing. Don’t forget your counter flashing.
• Rusted metal flashing
  >>> treat the affected spot and paint or replace the metal flashing completely.
• Dry rot
  >>> start to think about a complete renovation. Call a professional roofer for inspection of your roof and a quotation.
  IKO recommends in this case the perfect solution for your renovation project: Cambridge Xtreme 9,5°.  
• Broken seals
  >>> re-caulk broken spots with IKO Shingle Stick
• Cracks in the chimney
  >>> check the flashing around the chimney, re-caulk them if necessary with IKO Shingle Stick.
• Damaged gutters or downspouts
  >>> repair or change the damaged parts with new gutters and/or downspouts.
• Rotted or damaged fascia board
  >>> try to repair the wooden fascia or change them for new ones.

But not only at the exterior of your roof you can detect problems. When inspecting your roof, also head to the attic to look for any of the following problems:

• Leaks around the chimney, vents, etc.
  >>> check out the problematic spots and try to seal them with IKO Shingle Stick.
• Sagging between rafters
  >>> a professional roofer or carpenter can try to brace it from the inside but this is not always a possibility.
• Cracks on roof sheathing
  >>> this can be temporarily fixed from the attic space but a complete renovation must be done before the winter.
  Snow loads can cause bigger damage/
• Proper ventilation
  >>> check if the intake and exhaust openings are not plugged or too small. The air under the deck must circulate freely.
• Signs of moisture
  >>> somewhere there is improper ventilation, check the full ventilation system.
• Visible light from the outside
  >>> control and repair the metal flashings around the chimney.
• Signs of damage from pests
  >>> repair damaged parts if possible and protect the roof attic from the pests.

Even problems that seem minor, such as small cracks or cracked roof shingles need to be addressed right away. Fixing problems and keeping up with the standard roof maintenance is the best way to ensure the longevity of your shingles roof.

If you are unable to safely access your roof or if you are uncertain about your ability to detect problems, we advise you to contact a professional roofing company.

Good luck and a happy spring and summer season!

The lottery campaign "SKHOME0024" is organized by IKO Sales International NV, a company that manufactures and markets IKO branded roofing shingles, is established and is operating under the Belgian laws, with a business address at Truibroek 74, 3945 Ham, Belgium, e-mail address: residential.europe@iko.com. On its behalf, it is carried out in Slovakia by Kaplinské Pole 16, 905 01 Senica, e-mail: residential.europe@iko.com.

IKO has become over time the shingles expert, which guarantees you the highest level of quality and reliability for your roof.

IKO is the only European manufacturer that can rely on know-how and technological advances specifically developed within the other IKO group shingles plants in Canada and in the USA, home countries of shingles. 

This Campaign is organized in accordance with the legal provisions governing marketing campaigns and in accordance with the GDPR Regulation. This Campaign is intended to promote IKO Shingles products marketed under the IKO brand ("Products") through various marketing and communication materials, emails, etc., and sent by IKO Sales International NV to the participants who have registered and have purchased a min. of 148 m² for the replacement of the roofing / new roofing and thus becoming eligible to participate in the draw for winning under the following terms and conditions.

This Campaign will be implemented by IKO Sales International NV. During the Campaign, IKO Sales International NV will: 1.) at all times follow the appropriate course of the Campaign 2.) carry out marketing promotion via e-mail and 3.) provide a drawing system.

IInformation regarding participation and conditions of participation are part of these Official Rules ("Official Rules"), which are publicly available free of charge on the website https://www.iko.be/en/node/1995 ("Website"). The compliance with these Official Rules is mandatory for all participants. By accessing the SKHOME0024 Campaign, the participant expressly confirms, agrees and declares that s/he has read, understood and that s/he will act in accordance with the terms and conditions of these Official Rules.

IKO Sales International NV reserves the right to occasionally supplement and / or change the Official Rules. Any amendments to these Official Rules will be published on the Website, of which participants will be notified by e-mail. IKO Sales International NV assumes no responsibility for participants who confirm such changes as long as they are published on the website.