Property Repairs & Upkeep

Roofing

Can`t put off those roof repairs or re-shingling any longer? Contact the Code Enforcement Department with any of your questions. We can tell you if the Contractor you have chosen has current liability insurance and if they are licensed to work in Junction City. 

If you`re the property owner, you can do the work yourself, but you need to apply for a building permit before you start your project if you are replacing four or more squares of roofing (a square of roofing is a 10x10 foot area). If you need more than 400 square feet of shingles for your project, you need to apply for a permit.

Remember, costs of permits can double if you start work without applying for a building permit.

If you`re not sure of the roof`s decking stability after you`ve torn off the old shingles, call the Code Enforcement Department. An Inspector will take a look at the decking and make a recommendation for you. Remember, these new shingles will probably be used anywhere between 10 to 20 years. The investment in new decking, if there is any question of its stability, will save you money, time, and the headache of having to do this all over again.

• When working on a roofing surface, remember to practice safety first. Here are some tips to help you out:
  Ladders should be on level ground with the base placed out at least one fourth of its height. Always face the ladder when going up and down. Go up the ladder slowly when carrying bundles of shingles. 

Roof Maintenance

Keep gutters and downspouts clean.

Use downspout extensions to move water away from foundation.

Remove ice and snow carefully to avoid damaging roof materials.

Trim tree branches away from roof. Keep climbing roses, vines and ivy trimmed back from roof.

The best time for roof inspection is early spring after severe weather conditions subside.

Check roofs for damage after hail and windstorms move through the area.

Avoid climbing on the roof unless it’s necessary to avoid damaging materials.

Check the attic for signs of leaks. Be sure to check valleys and peaks carefully.

Use proper materials when installing new flashing. Use non-corrosive anchors.

Check caulking around flashing, chimneys and vent pipes every spring.

Never paint asphalt roofing products.

Roofing Contractors must be licensed by the City of Junction City.

Roofing Contractors must carry and show proof of liability insurance.

When repairing or re-shingling your residence you need a building permit.

Roofing waste can be disposed of by:

• Hauling it to the transfer station ($9.00 per pickup load).
• Arranging for a special sanitation pickup ($65.00 for sanitation customers).

You can get the answer to many of your building code, building permit, or Contractor questions by calling the Code Enforcement Department, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at 785-238-3103 ext 182.