Contact Your Commercial Roofing Company Right Away After a Storm

Your commercial roof provides your building with shelter from the storms that come your way. And if it’s been installed properly, it should last for years, through all kinds of weather events. But severe storms that can cause damage  warrant a close roof inspection after the bad weather has passed. Here’s why:

Potential Leaks

When a storm hits your area, whether it is a severe thunderstorm, hailstorm, blizzard, ice storm or hurricane, a great deal of damage can be done to your commercial roof. And that can lead to leaks, some of which may not be readily apparent to someone who is not a roofing professional and doesn’t know how to properly inspect the roof. Any leak, no matter how small, can lead to bigger leaks, rust, rot, mold growth and further problems quickly.

Wind Damage

It is surprising how much wind can damage a roof, especially around the perimeter of a commercial building where winds are stronger and problems often appear first. Edge termination details and membrane seams are particularly susceptible.

Debris Damage

Strong winds can not only cause direct damage to your roof, they can drop damaging debris onto it and drag it, scraping it across the surface. Limbs from adjacent trees, sharp metal flashings that have come free, fasteners and other items can poke holes in the membrane during a wind event. Note: if you’re in the market for a new roofing system, invest in one that has passed rigorous puncture testing.

Known problems with your roof are one thing, but hidden types of problems that storms can cause can’t be predicted. Your commercial roofing company should complete an inspection of your roof so they can identify all the potential problems that result from a storm. Your roof will then continue to provide you with years of solid coverage, come rain or shine.