2 Steps for Protecting Your Roof

11/11/2021 (Permalink)

Roof inspection to a commercial building in Kansas City, MO.

How To Maintain a Healthy Roof

The roof on your commercial property may not get much attention, especially when the weather is great. However, when storm season hits Kansas City, MO, you may wish you'd pay a little more attention to the protective structure at the top of your buildings. Regular wind and rain throughout the year could lead to minor damages to the roof and if those issues aren't addressed, they could lead to much more expensive and harmful problems when a storm hits. How can you maintain a healthy roof and avoid roof damage when storms come?

1. Schedule Routine Roof Inspections

Did you know that you should have your business roof inspected twice a year, at least? Appropriate officials should thoroughly inspect the area. These experts could be your building engineer or a trained member of the maintenance team, or you may hire an expert from a commercial remediation company. The expert will probably look for cracks, broken areas, peeling edges, or damaged flashing. Any blockages in drain pipes or drainage systems will be flagged and trees that overhang the roof will prompt a recommendation for repairs. Remember that minor roof damage is easier to resolve than major damages.

2. Complete Repairs and Maintenance as Suggested

These expert inspections won't do you any good unless you put the advice to good use. Clean out the gutters along the eaves of your building and cut back the trees. Although they are a good source of cooling shade, they could also provide a way for moisture and pests to get into the tiny openings on your building. Some professionals may recommend that you take steps to waterproof the roof of your building. Storm, rain, sun, and wind damage could lead to major repairs, but a bit of preventative waterproofing could resolve many of those issues.

If it's been a while since you've seen your roof, it may be time to climb up. It's best to tackle inspections, repairs, and a complete roof rebuild before storms hit or damage becomes extensive.