At many manufacturing facilities, roofs are often one of the most overlooked areas when it comes to maintenance. Since a new roof generally lasts for decades, many people simply don’t feel the need to periodically inspect their roof for damage or signs of potential problems. Along with this, many facilities start using their flat roofs to store various supplies such as lumber, signage, HVAC repair parts, or other items, which is not recommended. Rather than wait until a major problem develops, here are some reasons why roof maintenance is so crucial for industrial buildings.
Proper Drainage
By inspecting your facility’s roof at least twice per year during the spring and fall, you can make sure proper drainage is taking place. When performing a maintenance check, this can ensure leaves, dirt, or other materials are not blocking guttering, drains, and scuppers.
Ventilation Systems
Along with making sure proper drainage is occurring on your building’s roof, an inspection can also determine if the building’s ventilation systems are not contributing to any unexpected roofing problems. For example, HVAC systems that may be in need of repair can often have condensation draining onto the roof, which could ultimately result in damaged areas that lead to leaks inside the building. In addition to condensation, vents should be checked to ensure no harmful chemicals are being vented onto the roof’s surface, since this can also lead to significant problems.
Roof is a Major Investment
As you know, having a new roof installed on your facility was not cheap. Therefore, since it is a major investment for your company and adds thousands of dollars of value to the building, inspecting the roof and making preventive maintenance a top priority will guarantee the money spent on a new roof was well worth the effort.
Since a problem that goes undetected for even a short period of time can sometimes cause extensive roof damage, contact the professionals at Foam Roofing Experts to schedule a roof inspection at your earliest convenience. By doing so, you can gain peace of mind, knowing any problems found will be quickly assessed and solved.
