by Conach Marketing GroupSpotting Early Signs of Roof Damage
As a property owner or manager, it’s likely that your building’s efficiency and longevity are top concerns. Your roofing system plays a major role in the overall integrity of your entire building, and spotting potential damages early helps to minimize costly repairs or replacements while allowing you to proactively address any maintenance needs.
Interior Damage
Often roofing damages first present themselves on the interior of your building. Visible water stains, for example, may be an indication that your roofing system or shingles are experiencing a leak. Similarly, mold and mildew, particularly in upper portions of the ceiling, can be a sign that your roof is not properly insulated against outdoor elements or rain. It’s important to investigate interior damage as quickly as possible to identify whether or not there is a larger maintenance issue at play.
Weather Conditions
Many instances of roof damage are caused by external weather conditions like heavy rain, snow, ice, hail or wind. Doing a sweep of your roofing system following any severe weather can help you to identify any potential concerns soon after they occur. Be on the lookout for issues such as ponding water, membrane punctures, loose debris or ice dams that could cause water to seep through the roof.
Roof Access Points
Doors or hatches leading to your roof are often vulnerable areas for leaks or damages. Early signs include wet insulation, sagging beams or ceilings, or sunlight coming through penetrations on your roof. Inspecting these roof access points regularly can help you to discover these problems early and take preventative action to ensure they don’t worsen.
Routine Inspections
One of the surest ways to spot early signs of roof damage is to invest in regular roof inspections. A qualified roofing professional may be able to identify problem areas or necessary fixes before they cause significant harm to your building. Detecting these maintenance needs early as opposed to putting off routine inspections allows you to minimize costs that may result from having to make major repairs or replacements.
Taking care of your roofing system starts by spotting damages early and taking swift and thorough action to make necessary repairs. Monitoring the interior and exterior of your building and keeping up to date on regular inspections helps to minimize costly repairs while maintaining the integrity and safety of your building as a whole. Building Technology Associates’ team of trusted roofing professionals is committed to helping you maintain peak efficiency throughout your roof’s service life, including helping to spot problem areas early and rectify them in a timely and cost-effective manner.