Industrial roofs often last for decades and provide shelter for many workers. When these roofs require inspection and upkeep, everything must be done safely. Failure to inspect industrial roofing can result in increased safety risks, water damage to the building, and expensive repairs over time.
Proper inspection of industrial roofing is not all that complicated or time-consuming. We at North Can Roofing offer tips that any roofer can use to ensure that they maintain the roof properly and keep everyone on the premises safe.
Inspecting Flat Roof Maintenance Joints
First, it is important to look at the different areas where joints occur. These are the most common places for water damage or leaks to occur. Many industrial roofs feature overlapping seams that are taped and sealed to prevent water infiltration when there are severe weather conditions.
Many flat roofs also feature metal flashing or tubing that screws into the roofing. These parts help prevent water infiltration, but they are not waterproof. Water penetration can occur when severe weather conditions and these parts start to deteriorate. It can lead to major safety risks on the premises.
When inspecting flat roofs, it is important to look at all areas where joints occur or where metal flashing or tubing has been installed. That includes looking at the downspouts, gutters, and other areas where water can potentially infiltrate the roof. If possible, use a paintbrush to remove sediment and debris from the inspected area.
Inspecting Pitched Roof Maintenance Joints
When inspecting a pitched roof, there is a lot to look for. In some cases, the area containing the joint will have an exposed seam. These are areas where water penetration can occur. It is important to inspect these areas because water penetration can lead to major safety risks on the premises.
It is also important to inspect all other areas where joints occur, and metal flashing or tubing has been installed on the roofing material. Flat roofing also features areas where the seams can be exposed. These are areas where water penetration can occur, too. It is important to inspect these seams closely and ensure that water has not infiltrated the roofing material.
Inspecting Water Damaged Roofs
Water-damaged industrial roofing is often difficult to notice. That is often because they are filled with tons of sediment and debris that block any signs of damage that occurred while water was on the roof. However, some signs can give away the damage.
Some of these signs include:
Fungus and moss growth on the roofing material. Increased mold and mildew count within a building. Leaks from anywhere in the building, especially when no rain or storms have recently occurred. They have ice dams on flat roofs that prevent melting snow from draining off the roofing material.
Conclusion:
We at North Can Roofing understand that the most important thing is to protect the workers, themselves, and the property from water damage. That is why flat roof Maintenance and pitched roof maintenance are so important. To know more, you can talk to us at 416-456-0777.
