Prepare your roof for a Denver winter In Colorado, we prepare for winter. We winterize our cars. We drain and store hoses, blow out sprinkler systems, have our furnaces checked and perhaps caulk or apply weather-stripping around doors and windows. What about your roof, gutters and downspouts? They’re often overlooked, but shouldn’t be. Some routine preventive maintenance could save you from major repair bills. Fixing a leaky roof, repairing damaged gutters or downspouts and eliminating water build-up from faulty drainage could save you hundreds, maybe thousands of dollars. No question your winterizing projects should include roof maintenance. You can inspect gutters and downspouts yourself and, if you’re comfortable doing it, the roof too.  Of course, you should only do … Keep reading »