Problems with Industrial Roofing: 8 Common Reasons Why You May Need to Have Yours Repaired
Are you facing issues with your industrial roof? If you know that there’s a problem, but aren’t sure what exactly is going on or if it’s worth calling in the professionals, you’ll want to continue reading. Roof issues, if not repaired properly, can lead to more significant problems down the road.
It’s important to keep up the maintenance with both commercial and industrial roofing. But, sometimes the problem stems from something that cannot be fixed with proper maintenance. Additionally, taking up the job yourself might not always be the best solution.
You’ll want the repair to be done correctly to eliminate future problems. Look out for these 8 common industrial roofing problems that’ll have you dialing the professionals!
1. Gutters and Drains
With regular inspections and the proper maintenance, a roof’s gutters and drains won’t cause much of a problem. However, if they are not kept up with, then serious roof damage may occur. It starts out as a small problem, but if not taken care of quickly enough, it leads into a bigger one, such as leaking.
But, it’s no impossible task for the professionals. Call the professionals to have the gutters cleaned and to fix any blockage that may be occurring. Gutters and drains may also need to be tightened, and open joints may need sealing.
2. Ponding Water
Ponding water is water that rests on a roof for more than 48 hours at a time. If there is ponding water on your industrial roof, then it may be time to look into the roof’s draining system. If the water is not able to drain off the roof, that’s a problem.
This can cause the roof’s material to break down and can even cause leaks. It’s important to have a professional come out and assess the cause of the ponding water whether it be the draining system or perhaps the overall design of the roof. Once the root of the issue is addressed, the proper steps to correcting the problem can then be fixed.
3. Weather-Related Problems
Although there is sometimes nothing that you can do to prevent weather damage to your roof, having regular inspections helps keep your roof in the best shape possible. This will aid in standing strong against severe weather conditions. Weather-related problems may include leaks, loosening of the roof, overflows, and much more.
After enduring any type of severe weather, it’s a good idea to check on the condition of the roof to ensure no damage has occurred.
4. Roof Cracking
Roof cracking can be due to poor installation of the roof, but more frequently, it’s due to a thermal shock. Over time, the sun’s UV rays break down the roof’s materials. If your industrial roof is a dark color, then it will be more susceptible to this.
When the sun is it’s strongest, such as in the summertime, the roof expands. In cooler months when the sun is not as strong, the roof contracts. These two extremes cause several types of damage.
5. Blown-Off Roofs
A roof that is blown off is possibly due to extreme weather conditions or poor roof quality. If a good-quality roof is installed properly, then it’s at less risk of being blown off. Even if the roof only suffered minor damage (only a small portion of it’s blown off) it’s still essential to have professionals come out and repair it.
If it’s not repaired, you’ll soon experience moisture damage and ultimately signs of leaking.
6. Surface Erosion
Surface erosion on a roof comes in the form of splitting, blistering, and more. If it’s not taken care of in a timely manner, surface erosion leads to even bigger problems. The roof begins to break down and age much faster than it should.
This is normally caused by bad weather conditions, but it’s also possible to be the cause of poor quality. So, don’t check for surface erosion only after a storm. This is something that should be checked regularly.
7. Bird-Related Problems
No matter what the quality of your roof is, there is always the chance that it’ll experience bird-related problems. Birds will sometimes break off pieces of a roof’s materials, add debris onto it, and other pesky things. If a bird has found your roof as a good home base, there may be potential water damage and other damage.
If they’re not breaking the roof apart, they’re building their nests, and this means that water won’t be able to escape the roof and drain correctly. Hiring a professional will ensure that the roof is restored.
8. Poor Installation
When all is said and done, if a roof is installed poorly, then there’s a better chance of it having problems in the future. This is one of the most common issues with roofing. Not having a high-quality contractor come in may result in the roof aging faster, leaking frequently, losing battles to extreme weather, and much more.
The best way to ensure that your industrial roof is installed well and meets its potential is to only hire the best!
Don’t Settle When it Comes to Installing Your Industrial Roofing
If you’re planning on installing or repairing industrial roofing, you won’t want to settle for just any roofing contractor. Here at Central Roofing, we provide nothing but the absolute best roofing services. Don’t let mother nature or poor roof quality stop you from getting the most out of your industrial roof.
Contact us today to request your own roofing estimate. And don’t hesitate to call us with your roofing emergencies. Roofing emergencies are usually addressed within 24 hours!
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