Commercial roofing is what literally holds your business premises together and creates a safe shelter for employees to work. With it being such an essential component of your building structure, if a problem is detected it is important that it is fixed quickly.
As the roof is generally out of reach, it can be difficult to tell when repairs are required. Regular maintenance checks for your building should also include roof checks. To get you started, here are a few signs that your commercial roofing might need repairing.
Leaks
If you notice drips of water leaking from above, you most likely have a damaged roof. With commercial roofing often sheltering electronics or customer products, a temporary solution until it can be professionally repaired is crucial. As well as protecting your stock, repairing leaks is also important for preventing health and safety hazards.
Breakage
Checking for breakage on your commercial roofing should be a priority during your building maintenance checks. Flat commercial roofing is more likely to start cracking, as it tends to be under a lot more pressure. This can seriously compromise your roofing structure and cause leaks.
Blistering
It’s not just cracks in the foundation you should be looking for. Raised bubble-like bumps can be caused by a lack of adhesion. If left without repair, this can worsen and potentially lead to the entire roof needing repair.
Unpleasant Odours
If you cannot find the source of an unpleasant smell, always check your roof. This lingering odour may be as a result of mould growing. As well as being unpleasant, this could be a potential health and safety hazard for your employees if not attended to.
Gutter System
Your gutter system is essential for directing rainfall and debris away from your property, to prevent water damage. If you notice that your gutters are damaged or worn down, it may be time to replace them. Following this you should check your commercial roofing in case the broken gutter has been ineffective for a while and caused any other damage.
Commercial Roofing Repair Enquiries
At Universal Contracting we provide a range of commercial roofing services, from surveys to a full strip and re-roof on industrial properties. With expertise in project management, quality solutions and customer service, our team are here to help.
Our commercial roofing services include waterproof coatings for flat roofs, repair and renovations of tiled roofs, restoration on period building roofs and entire roof strip and re-sheets. For more information browse our services or call 01794 330 830.
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