Friday, August 14, 2015

Commercial Roofs Need Winter Preparation Too

We’ve covered getting your home’s roof ready for winter but today we’re going to talk about getting your commercial building roof ready for winter. Commercial buildings should have regular professional inspections 2 to 3 times a year to stay on top of any potential problems.

But just in case that inspector missed something, or something has happened since the last one, getting the roof inspected before winter is recommended. Correcting any possible problems and winterizing the roof now shouldn’t be underestimated. If there is any problem or weak areas, once the ice, rain and snow start, the real problems begin.

Cold Temps Increase Risks

A premature roof problem’s biggest risk is neglect. Neglecting to look for and make repairs as needed. These defects are with the flashing, sealant that protects penetration from the ice, rain and snow. Once there is a leak and the membrane splits, the seams will separate and then there are blisters, deterioration and ridges to look for and get addressed as soon as possible.

Protection with Roof Coating

As single-ply membranes get old, they become brittle and are prone to leaks. Simply patching that membrane is risky, but inexpensive for most businesses to do. If your roof membrane has been repaired, have it coated with a sealant before winter.

Make A Snow Plan For The Roof

When the roof has excessive snow on it, collapsing is always a risk. Create a plan for snow removal before the snow hits and adds as much as 20 pounds of weight per cf. And if it is wet snow, it can add as much as 60 pounds per cf. A prevention plan now can save you headaches and money later.

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