October 1, 2026

That spot where your roof meets the chimney is one of the sneakiest leak sources out there. 🧱 Brick chimneys and shingle roofs expand and contract at different rates, and over time the flashing between them starts to crack, pull away, or rust through. Add in the wear you can see on older shingles, and small gaps turn into water sneaking under your roof. Around Damascus and Happy Valley, where fall rain shows up fast and sticks around, this is exactly what we look for during a roof inspection. The good news is flashing issues are usually a straightforward roof repair when they're caught early. Wait too long and you're dealing with rotted decking and a much bigger bill. Here's what to watch for: • Water stains on ceilings near the fireplace • Crumbly mortar or white staining on the brick • Shingles lifting or curling near the chimney As a local roofing contractor, we've sealed up more chimney leaks than we can count, and early fall is the perfect time to get ahead of them before the wet months settle in. Reach out to French Roofing and let's take a look before the rain does it for us. 🍂

September 29, 2026

Roof maintenance in the Damascus area: debris and moss are a bigger deal than they look. We stopped by an inspection recently and found an older roof with shingles packed in leaf litter and seed pods from an overhanging maple. Moss was already growing in the gaps. This is a classic Pacific Northwest maintenance situation: debris holds moisture, moisture feeds moss, and moss roots work their way into the shingle surface over time. If you have trees hanging over your roof, a debris clear-off once or twice a year is one of the simplest ways to extend the life of your shingles. It's low-cost maintenance that can push off a much bigger expense. French Roofing offers roof inspections and maintenance for homeowners in the Damascus area and surrounding communities. CCB #203933. Schedule a FREE roof assessment at frenchroofing.com

September 28, 2026

Your roof breathes, and those little vents up there matter more than most people think. 🌬️ On a roof like this one, proper ventilation keeps air moving through the attic, which helps prevent moisture buildup, mold, and premature shingle wear. Here in Clackamas, where damp air hangs around most of the year, poor airflow is one of the most common issues we find during a roof inspection. It quietly shortens the life of your roof from the inside out. A few signs your ventilation might need attention: ✔ Musty smells or damp insulation in the attic ✔ Shingles curling or aging faster than they should ✔ Higher energy bills with no clear reason As a local roofing contractor, we check vents, flashing, and airflow every time we're up on a roof. Sometimes the fix is simple, like a quick roof repair around a vent boot. Other times we catch it early enough to plan ahead instead of scrambling for a full roof replacement later. Fall is a great time to get eyes on your roof before the rain really settles in over the Damascus area. Reach out to French Roofing and schedule your inspection today. 🏠