A healthy commercial building starts with a healthy roof. It is your building’s first line of defense from the elements - wind, rain, fire, hail, ice, snow, and extreme heat. Each day it is exposed to these dangerous elements, and over time, it is inevitable that deterioration and damage will take their toll. That’s why regular roof inspection and maintenance is so vital to protecting and reclaiming your building’s roof health and safety.
LOOK FOR the RED FLAGS of ROOF PROBLEMS:
Interior Signs like water stains or unexplained interior mold or odors often signal a leak caused by a crack or hole in the roof. Even the smallest leak can be a sign of big trouble.
Tears in the Roof Cover or worn or cracking seams allow water to enter beneath the cover.
Standing Water - Pooling water that lasts over a period of time is a major sign of trouble. The prolonged presence of water can lead to premature aging and deterioration of the roof cover, which leads to leaks. Undetected leaks slowly:
- Rust steel roof decks
- Rot wood decks
- Break down insulating concrete and gypsum decks, turning them into a thick paste like substance
- Increase weight burden, which can weaken the roof deck
Bubbled Spots - Sometimes caused by the release of gasses from insulation board trapped beneath the cover. Bubbles may indicate trapped moisture within the roof cover, which can:
- Lead to leaks
- Reduce the lifespan of the cover
- Speed up premature aging of the deck
- Reduce the roof cover system’s effectiveness against high winds (uplift forces)
Gaps in Roof flashing - greatly increase the potential for roof cover failure during:
- High winds
- Water intrusion
- Mold outbreak
TWO MORE THINGS...
Lightning Rods - check to see if the system is loose or detached. A loose system can lead to a tear or puncture in the roof covering. Also, a system that has disconnected cables or aerials is not properly providing protection for the building and it’s occupants.
Skylights - check to ensure they are well sealed and secured around the frame’s edge. Also, check for cracks in the plastic domed panels as they can become brittle over time. Dislodged skylights can allow leaking, with the entrance of wind driven rain and debris.
CONTACT TLC PRO ROOFING TODAY!
Don’t wait to check out or repair your commercial building roof any longer. Time matters. At TLC Pro Roofing, we know how to stop roof leaks - and we’re just a call away! Not only do we quickly fix leaks, we make repairs without interrupting your day-to-day business activities, and we provide the documentation necessary for filing insurance claims. TLC Pro Roofing is a family owned and operated company serving the Greater Nashville area. We are committed to bringing integrity to roofing repair, installation, and maintenance, every single day. Call or click for your free estimate or inspection today at (615) 378-5174. We look forward to hearing from you!
For emergency repair of roof leaks, call TLC Pro Roofing at (615) 378-5174.
TLC Pro Roofing |1427 Neelys Bend Rd, Madison, TN 37115
http://www.nashville-commercial-roofing.com/
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