The team at Weather understands that your commercial building is likely one of the most significant investments you have made in your business. In addition, the function of your commercial roof is vital to protecting the property’s value and the structure’s contents. To assist you in protecting your investment and business, our expert staff has compiled a few maintenance tips that will lengthen the life expectancy of the roof and work to maintain or even increase the value of the property.
Invest The Time In Quarterly Roof Inspections
The weather conditions and hazards a commercial roof faces can change drastically in three months. Those temperature and moisture alterations might have little impact if your roof is in perfect condition. However, even a tiny imperfection or crack can result in severe damage to the support structure and interior of the building over 90 days. The experts at Weather recommend quarterly roof inspections to ensure a small issue does not have time to turn into a larger and more costly problem. `
What To Look For When Inspecting A Commercial Roof
Before heading out to the roof’s surface, tour the inside of the structure to look for the telltale signs of a leak and water damage, including discoloration on walls or ceilings, mold, or drooping of the ceiling. Next, move out to the roof to inspect the surface of the roof for:
- Tears or cracks in a membrane surface
- Splits or blisters in an asphalt roof
- Any open or damaged seams
- The seal around any object that is mounted to the roof or penetrates the roof, such as pipes or HVAC equipment
- Check around the walls, scuppers, and vents for any sign of damage or leaks.
- Clean debris from the roof and any drains
- Inspect the fascia, coping, and edges for damage or standing water
- In addition, not the condition of all equipment that is roof mounted to protect your overall investment in your property
- If the structure has lower entry-level roofing at doors, take a look at those surfaces from above to ensure their integrity
Never Wait For Roof Repairs
If you discover a small amount of damage or a questionable area on the roof as you inspect it, please contact Weather immediately for a professional evaluation of the damage. Our team will quickly assess any imperfections in the roof or its components and provide you with reliable resolutions. The sooner you contact our expert team and have the damage or wear corrected, the more affordable the repair options will be and the less likely there will be added damage to the inside of your commercial structure.
Be Proactive About Property Maintenance
The durability and longevity of your roof can be significantly increased when other parts of the property get a little attention. Keep trees trimmed to prevent debris from falling onto or blowing onto the roof surface. Limit access and foot traffic on the roof to prevent damage. Place walking mats around any roof-mounted equipment that requires attention and regular care to limit the potential of puncturing the roof membrane. Provide all recommended maintenance for roof-mounted HVAC equipment and other devices that could leak fluid, become unstable and vibrate, or harm the roof when they are not functioning at their peak.
For more helpful information or a professional roof inspection, please reach out to the dedicated team at Weather to get the most value and longevity from your commercial roof.
