Not all roofs are made equal, and this is particularly true when compared to the type of sloped or pitched roofs found in residential roofing. In industrial and commercial buildings, a flat roof is the most prevalent type of commercial roofing in OKC. Even if you understand all about how a sloped residential roof operates, a flat roof is essentially different and has distinct requirements. Flat roofs usually use either tar and gravel or protective membranes instead of asphalt shingles to avoid water and air infiltration.
Lack of Maintenance
Perhaps the most predictable reason for a business roof is harm. A commercial flat roof can be virtually indestructible if properly preserved. This is particularly true when periodic seasonal checks and maintenance are scheduled by a company.
However, the lack of maintenance is one of the most prevalent causes of business flat roof harm. This is particularly common with gravel roofs where, due to the elements, the roofing materials are often displaced and cannot safeguard the roofing material below.
Impact Damage
In Oklahoma, heavy winds and summer storms can hit hard to your commercial roofing in OKC. On a business flat roof over time, the effect of falling trees and debris can take a toll. Using our infrared inspection, we can recognize regions of interest where there may be water or air infiltration due to prior effects.
Weak Spots Around Chimney
In keeping the exhaust and plumbing of a building, the pipes and vents on a business flat ceiling serve a significant purpose. They are also weak places in a ceiling, though. They need to be inspected annually for business flat roofs that use tar sealant rather than a membrane.
Aging
They are practically indestructible when flat roofs have a protective membrane such as TPO covering them. However, the natural aging process is subject to flat gravel roofs. It may be time to upgrade to a durable membrane alternative if your roof has an aging tar and gravel.
Ice Damage
Were you aware that snow and ice can cause a lot of difficulty for the lifetime of a roof? Small particles of water can settle under the shingles as ice and snow thaw on the surface of your rooftop. As the water is refreezing, the shingles can be lifted and flashed, making room for even higher water damage. It is known that this method causes corrosion and deterioration of the ceiling. If you live in a winter freezing region, checking your roof every spring is a great idea.
Wind Damage
Known to weaken shingles, nails, and other roofing materials that presently hold your roof together, mild daily wind gusts often have the authority to threaten the stability of your roof. 90% of the elevated wind and hail claims lead in some type of building ownership expenditure. Regular inspections of this sort of harm to the ceiling are of great importance to avoid further harm.
Other Weather Conditions
Mother Nature is known to be both nurturing and often harmful when it comes to roofing. The sunlight UV radiation can lead gradually to the decay of the roof, particularly in the case of asphalt shingles. Once this happens, little can be done to protect the sheathing of the interior and therefore the roof is further exposed to the raw elements.
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