You can say a lot of things about roofs, and most of them might be true. But one thing that nobody can argue with is that roofs are tops. This statement can be taken in several ways. A roof does for the top of your home. It can also act like a "top" or lid for your home, keeping the rain out. Then, there's the third meaning, which is the one we happen to like the most: roofs are the best. (People say things are "tops" when they really like them.) Since we like roofs so much, we've decided to write about them, and you've discovered the blog where we do that.
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How Can You Identify Roof Leaks? Knowing Where To Look Is Key To Fixing Them
Brian Riley
There are very few things more dangerous to a structure than a roof leak. A roof leak can lead to anything from a simple build-up of mildew to a catastrophic collapse. When you keep your roofs properly maintained, you will help ensure their structural integrity and protection from leaks. If you find that your building has problems from under-performing seals or any leaks, you want to read the following information:
Commercial Roofing Leak Causes
Identifying roof leaks is really important to perform roof repair in the early stages. That's because if you catch a leak early, you will be better able to do the estimate of the damage and choose the appropriate repair method. Common causes for commercial roof leaks include:
- Improper installations—The most common cause of commercial roof leaks are due to improper installation. If the roof was poorly constructed or installed, you will have to have it redone.
- Broken flashing seals—If you have any type of moisture or water seeping through your ceiling, it's possible that you have a leak in the flashing. If there were no leaks prior to this, it is likely that the flashing has deteriorated over time or was not properly installed originally.
- Damaged and DIY leak repairs—Another common cause of commercial roof leaks is due to improper repairs after the damage has occurred. It's very easy for DIY repairs to end up costing you more money because they're not done the first time properly. Even if there is no visible damage when you first noticed a leak, there might have been an issue with your roofing which causes it to begin to deteriorate before it even had visible damage.
- Impact and storm damage—The last common cause of commercial roof leaks is due to impact damage. If anything falls on top of or hits your roof, it can leave holes or cracks, which then begin leaking into your building structure.
When you notice issues with leaks due to these causes, timely roofing repairs will help reduce costs and prevent further damage to your business.
Commercial Roofing Leak Detection
Leak detection is a major concern for commercial roofing systems. Commercial roofs are exposed to extreme weather conditions and high winds. It's not uncommon to find leaks on commercial roofs, especially after a storm or heavy rain.
A broken sealant joint, worn-out boot flashing, cracked tiles, and defective gutters can cause water damage and other issues that negatively affect the longevity of your commercial roof.
One of the best ways to prevent leaks is by performing regular inspections on your commercial roof.
Prevention is key when thinking of commercial roofing systems and how to fix leaks. Contact a roof repair service to get your roof repaired to protect your business.
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