A damaged roof can be costly, and not just the repairs after the fact — it can disrupt business hours and lead to lost revenue, as well as damaged equipment. As a commercial property owner or manager, knowing risks that your roof faces can help you take a proactive approach to roof care. In today’s post, local roofing contractor Quality One Roofing Inc. takes a look at the most common causes of commercial roofing damage.
- Installation errors. First up is the most common cause, which also happens to be the one that’s most preventable. Roofs are complex systems that have to be installed under strict specifications. When left in the hands of a careless or inexperienced installer, it could cause a number of issues that could ultimately lead to roofing failure. Even something as small as fasteners, when installed using the wrong pattern, can lead to leaks. Working with an experienced roofing contractor with a workmanship warranty can help reduce the likelihood of roofing failure due to installation errors.
- Lack of maintenance. Roofs are constantly exposed to the elements, which makes failure from wear and tear inevitable. This underlines the importance of roofing maintenance: it gives you the opportunity to address small problems before they develop into big ones. In addition to preventing potential leaks, it also helps keep roof repair costs to a minimum. To make sure that you don’t miss your annual maintenance appointment, we recommend signing up for a maintenance or service agreement with your roofer.
- Poor drainage. Flat roofs, particularly single-ply systems, are at a higher risk of damage caused by standing water, which can cause deterioration at the roofing seams. This is why roofers need to make sure that the roof is sloped towards the gutters, and that the roof substrate does not have divots or indentations on it. A quick visual inspection about an hour after it rains should reveal if your roof has such problems. The sooner you have such issues fixed, the lower the risk of damage.
- Extreme weather. It goes without saying that extreme weather can inflict damage to your roof, but just as important is what is done during and after the fact. Many roofers offer emergency services, such as installing temporary roofing, that can help mitigate the impact of weather-related events. Such emergency measures can ultimately keep the scope of repairs — and its associated costs and disruptions — to a minimum.
Need help with commercial roofing restoration and repairs? Give Quality One Roofing Inc. a call at (888) 301-7663. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.