Inspect to protect

Homeowners often have a false sense of security when it comes to the roof over their heads. Even newer roofs are prone to costly leaks. The truth is, not all roofs are created equal.

“We just had a job this month in Hudson (shown in the photos above) to repair a 5-year-old roof that was causing significant water damage,” says Jarod Arlia, one of the owners at Spartan StormShield. “The homeowner noticed a musty smell in their son’s bedroom and gave us a call. Even though the roof appeared fine and the shingles looked like new, the flashing had been improperly installed around the chimney. This caused water to enter the attic and second floor, leaving behind rotted wood and mold—a homeowner’s worst nightmare.” 

He says the roofing company did a good job installing the shingles, but didn’t address the chimney. 

“We have a division of specialists trained in maintenance,” says Jarod. “Our goal is to fix problems early to prevent costly issues later on.”

About 75% of the roofs Spartan StormShield inspects do not need to be replaced—they just need some TLC and maintenance.



“Unlike most roofing companies, who are trained to sell you a new roof, we train our crews to do repair work aimed at getting a long life out of your roof,” Jarod adds. 

The Seven Deadly Sins

During Spartan StormShield’s free inspection, a roof specialist is looking to detect what they call the seven deadly sins of poor installation:

1. Eaves to gutters: Where the roof transitions to the gutters.
2. Pipe flashings: Where pipe vents stick through the roof.
3. Chimneys: The areas around and on top of the chimney.
4. Side walls: Where the roof shingles touch the house walls.
5. Nail pops: Where nails come loose and stick up due to expansion/contraction.
6. Sealant, locations and life expectancy: Places that need to be properly sealed with caulk.
7. Ventilation: Making sure the attic has enough air flow to prevent mold.

“Most visits to fix these areas are a few hundred dollars, as opposed to tens of thousands down the road for a new roof,” Jarod says. “During an inspection, which we recommend takes place every five years, our roofing specialists will actually get in your attic and on your roof. We are not just trusting drone or satellite images to do the work for us. And then they will show you images of your roof, exactly what’s going on up there, so you’re empowered to make the right decision for your situation. They’ll make recommendations to give you the longevity you’re hoping to get out of the shingles you have.” 

Armed with product innovation and trusted craftsmanship from highly trained crews, Spartan StormShield lives up to its reputation for installing “the roof system to last your lifetime.” The company is headquartered at 309 Silver Street in Akron. It installs and repairs roofs for homes and businesses all over Northeast Ohio. Ask about the discount for paying cash, and no payment-no interest until 2027 financing. Call 330-SPARTAN (330-772-7826) or visit SpartanStormShield.com.