Many months of the hot summer sun compiled with wind, storms, and ponding water can take a toll on commercial roofing systems. Fall and winter are great times of the year to perform roofing inspections to find any weathering or damage that may have occurred. Regular inspections are also a good way to ensure that small repairs don’t turn into larger, more costly repairs over time. A professional commercial roofing company can inspect the roof before extreme winter temperatures hit to identify areas of concern.
Roofing Inspections
During an inspection, a qualified commercial roofer will physically get up onto the roof to make a visual inspection. They will look for unsecured objects that need to be removed before they blow around and cause damage. They will also check drains for potential clogs. A clogged drain can be a dangerous hazard as ponding water weight can cause damage to the roof and building structure. Additionally, they will make note of any loose membrane roofing or other unsecured roofing components that need to be repaired before heavy winter snows arrive.
Debris Clean Up
Fall is a wonderful time of year with cooler weather and beautiful colors. But fall also means lots of leaves blowing around everywhere. Once winter sets in, it’s imperative to remove leaves from commercial roofing drains.
It is also a good idea to trim overhanging trees that could cause limbs to fall onto the roof itself.
Contingency Plan
Another great idea during wintertime is to have a contingency plan if roofing or water damage should occur. A significant leak could interrupt the working day and business itself. Have a plan in place to alert staff and visitors and protect equipment and supplies should something like that happen.
Furthermore, know who to call when an emergency happens. Expert commercial roofing companies can come and make needed roofing repairs quickly and efficiently so business can resume as normal as soon as possible.
Now is a great time to schedule commercial roof inspections, and Certified Commercial Roofing can help. Call us today to get on the schedule.
