Many families enjoy having a patio for entertaining. Often, patio covers extend from the house or are hoisted over the ground on columns to provide shade and protection from the rain. While they have many benefits, they can also create unintentional problems that roof risers help solve. The following guide explains this home improvement and its advantages in more depth.

What Are Roof Risers? 

Outdoor patios are typically built with flat roofs or covers. However, the slope of your regular roof is what allows it to shed water and debris. Roof risers help lift and angle your existing overhead structure so that it can also prompt rain and organic matter to slide off of it. 

By covering part of your home's roof, roof risers also protect those shingles from sun exposure and other weather damage. They are easy to install without the need for major exterior remodeling.

Why Consider Roof Risers?

Roof risers are a simple solution to unexpected problems caused by traditional patio covers. When debris and water collect on flat surfaces, they can cause wood rot or vinyl warping and sagging. If the patio cover is on the same level as your roof, the water could spread to your shingles, causing premature deterioration. Giving this fixture a slope and raising it above your roof line helps avoid that. 

In addition, flat patio covers absorb additional sunlight and retain heat, making your outdoor living space seem even hotter during the warmer months. Since roof risers lift patio covers over an existing roof, allowing for a gap between the two surfaces, they encourage proper heat circulation and air ventilation to keep your family feeling cooler. 

Lifting the ceiling also enables you to accommodate taller outdoor furniture. Should homeowners choose to sell their properties in the future, this home improvement can increase their resale value.

If you’re interested in installing roof risers for your patio, reach out to the experts at ST Evans Inc., serving Greater St. Louis. With over 25 years in the home improvement industry, this team of licensed and insured contractors prides itself on satisfying customers. Visit them online to learn more about their capabilities and see some pictures of their work. Schedule a consultation by contacting them at (314) 267-4064.