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Prep Your Commercial Roofing the Right Way Before Winter

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Your roof goes through different weather conditions yearly. Keeping it in tip-top shape is necessary to keep your establishment safe and provide optimum comfort for the people inside your building. A roof's membrane can expand in hot temperatures and shrink in the cold. These fluctuations in your roof's membrane are crucial to maintaining yours properly.         Even the regular temperature changes between daytime highs and nighttime lows can be complex on your roof's surface. Ice dams can develop at the transition points in warm and cold roof surfaces, and ponded water anywhere on your top can damage membranes or other roofing materials as it freezes, thaws, and refreezes . If you need any help winterizing your roof , keep on reading!       1. Discover Your Roof's History       How old is your roof? Do you have it regularly maintained? When did you last conduct an inspection? It is vital to identify your roof's maintenance history ...

Common Commercial Roofing Issues You Should Expect

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Almost every property owner has had to deal with roofing failures or issues at a particular time. Materials and even the most robust roofs degrade as time passes. Roofs suffer from various problems, ranging from minor leaks to serious cracks requiring quick repair.      These are some typical roofing issues that you should expect to find:     Roof Leaks     It's arguably the most typical roofing issue that property owners face. There are almost as many reasons as roofs, ranging from damaged flashing and thin weatherproofed bits of metal aimed at keeping water out to broken tiles, slate, or shingles. If you see evidence of a leak, such as discolored ceilings or moist walls, call a business roof repair company for an assessment. Leaking could indicate a more severe problem.     Poor Maintenance     A large percentage of roof issues are simple to remedy if identified early. Neglecting essential maintenance is the most common cause of ...