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HOME IMPROVEMENT & CAR CARE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 EAST OREGONIAN/HERMISTON HERALD • 5 WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A NEW ROOF STAFF PHOTO BY GARY L. WEST When roof tiles begin to curl, it is time to consider replacing your roof, or at least replace worn roof shingles. StatePoint B etween strong winds, heavy rains, and threats like fi re and natural disaster, simply having a roof over one’s head is not always enough. When choosing a strong roof designed to protect your home and its occupants, here are some things to consider: Fire Prevention STAFF PHOTO BY GARY L. WEST Fall foliage may look colorful while on the trees, but becomes a seasonal chore when the leaves fall to the ground. There are right, and wrong, ways to dispose of leaves East Oregonian It’s easy to pull out a rake when autumn leaves begin to fall, but its less obvious where to put them once they’ve been collect- ed. Pendleton Public Works Superintendent Jeff Brown said the city prohibits citi- zens from sweeping their foliage into the gutter or streets because it mucks up the municipal storm drain- age system. While the city prefers residents throw their leafy debris into the trash can rather than burning it, Pend- letonians aren’t doomed to a fall full of trash cans swollen with dead leaves. As in years past, Brown said the city is teaming up with Pendleton Sanitary Service to offer free leaf disposal at its 5500 N.W. Rieth Road facility every Saturday in November. Hermiston Parks and Recreation Director Lar- ry Fetter also discouraged Hermiston residents from throwing their yard waste into the streets. “Our street sweeper isn’t designed to collect all the leaves that accumulate,” he said. Although burning leaves creates less than ideal air quality conditions, Fetter Real wood shake roofs can be extremely combus- tible and serve as kindling for wildfi res. If you live in an area with even a re- mote possibility of wild- fi res, consider investing in a roof that resists fl ame spread. While no roof will resist a “ground up” fi re that engulfs the entire home, polymer roofi ng tiles that are installed with proper underlayments can help protect a home from wind-driven embers that can ignite the roof. Impact Resistance Whether you live in an area prone to direct or indi- rect threats of tornadoes or hurricanes, or you simply live in a region that expe- riences strong storms, take note: fl ying debris associ- ated with severe weather can become dangerous in high winds. Damage from airborne tree branches and fl ying loose items can be devastating to a roof not equipped for impact. Hav- ing a synthetic roof that has achieved the highest ratings on impact resis- tance tests can help protect your property. “Even if your roof has stood up to strong weath- er conditions in the past, it’s important to make sure it’s still in shape before the next round of bad weather hits,” says Mark Hansen, vice president of sales and marketing for DaVinci Roofscapes, which makes high-performing poly- mer roofi ng products that have achieved the highest grades possible on multi- ple industry tests. Examine the roof your- self or have a professional roofer assess for damage you may not be able to see from the ground. They can make repairs or recommend a new roof replacement. Durability No matter where you live, it’s important that roof tiles can handle wear and tear. Ideally, roof tiles should resist curling, fad- ing, cracking, mold, algae, fungus and insects. Roof- ing products that come with a strong warranty can offer you peace of mind. Other Considerations Protecting your home and family should be your number one consid- eration. Luckily, durable synthetic roofi ng options abound that offer the au- thentic look of real wood or slate beauty, as well as environmental sustainabil- ity. For the benefi ts of an eco-friendly roof, it’s a good idea to seek out prod- ucts that are completely recyclable and meet stan- dards set by organizations like the Cool Roof Rat- ing Council and the U.S. Green Building Council. For a complete free guide on upgrading roof- ing to protect a home long- term, visit ThisOldHouse. netline.com. For an important, last- ing home project, evalu- ate your roof and consider making an upgrade that will protect your house from everyday wear and tear, as well as the worst case scenario. STAFF PHOTO BY GARY L. WEST Leaves falling from trees can also collect in rain gutters and cause problems if not cleared out before fall and winter precepitation arrives. said people are well within their rights to burn them af- ter the end of October. If residents don’t want to throw their fallen leaves in their own trash. Fetter suggested people take their green waste to the Stanfi eld Compost Yard off of Hoo- sier Road or to the Sanitary Disposal transfer station at 81144 U.S. Highway 395. Both options are free of charge. People living in rural Umatilla County outside of city limits may not have to worry about cluttering the gutters, but there are rules for burning leaves. Anyone who’s planning a burn has to buy a $20 burn permit from the Uma- tilla County Planning De- partment fi rst. Before the burn com- mences, county residents are advised to call the coun- ty’s burn line at 541-278- 6397 to make sure burns are allowed that day. Burns can only be ignit- ed between 7:30 a.m. and two hours after sunset. 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