How To Maintain a Commercial Roof

5/5/2020 (Permalink)

Commercial building owners or maintenance supervisors should schedule inspections and perform upkeep. The maintenance required may vary depending on the type of roof on a structure in Elk Grove, CA. Cleaning and repairing a roof can prolong its life and resolve wear or wind damage before a roof leak causes a major problem.

Schedule Regular Inspections

Inspections should take place at least twice a year, ideally in the spring and fall. This can help owners and maintenance supervisors ensure that winter weather or summer storms have not damaged the roof. Each inspection should involve looking for defects while checking the condition of

• Drainage systems
• Flashing
• Penetrations
• Edges
• Expansion joints
• Parapets
• Seams
• Sealing around vents and equipment
• Surface area
• Terminations
• Wear

Unless the owner or maintenance supervisor has experience working on roofing, these inspections should be performed by qualified professionals. A roofing expert that specializes in the style of roof on a commercial property may be better able to point out when repairs are necessary.

Follow a Maintenance Plan

In addition to inspections, a building owner or maintenance supervisor can also take measures to maintain the condition of a roof and prevent a roof leak. On a regular basis, a property owner or maintenance supervisor should

• Check for signs of storm or wind damage
• Clean drainage systems
• Eliminate standing water on flat roofs
• Fix lifted seams
• Have overhanging trees trimmed
• Reattach or replace flashing
• Tighten or replace mechanical fasteners

All of these measures may prevent a leak, limit the extent of repairs, and prolong the life of a roof.

Work with a roofing company or have an owner or maintenance supervisor perform regular maintenance or inspections. Be sure to call a roofer or perform repairs as soon as any signs of damage become apparent.

If a roof leak leads to interior water damage, contact SERVPRO of Elk Grove / Laguna at 916-525-1241.