4 MAIN THREATS TO THE LONGEVITY OF YOUR COMMERCIAL ROOF

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4 MAIN THREATS TO THE LONGEVITY OF YOUR
COMMERCIAL ROOF
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• Your commercial building is only ever as well
  protected as the roof covering it, and so its
  essential that you keep it well maintained and
  address any repair issues as soon as they arise.
• How you control the external factors that affect
  your commercial roof, can determine how long it
  lasts, and below are 4 of the most common factors
  to affect a commercial roofs longevity

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• 1.The weather
• All types of weather conditions can have a
  different impact on a roof, and both extreme cold
  and relentless sunshine can make a commercial
  roofs membrane brittle, causing it to both
  shrink and crack. Snow and rain can then
  infiltrate any cracks in the roof, leading to
  mold and rot. High winds often have the ability
  to rip tiles or entire sections of a roof, off of
  the building.

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• Its often more than just the roof that can be
  affected by weather conditions too, as many
  commercial buildings store important equipment on
  their roofs, such as HVAC systems and cables, to
  name but a few. Should water begin to pool on the
  roof, or snow start to build up, cables and
  piping can quickly become damaged, but investing
  in cable tray supports and roof pipe support
  systems, can help with this issue.

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• 2.People
• If a roof isnt designed or constructed
  professionally from the outset, its longevity
  could already be affected. To prevent this, you
  should try to be involved in the design process
  and personally approve and inspect the materials
  that will be used for the roof. That said, if you
  work with an experienced roofing contractor, you
  shouldnt have to worry about any of these
  aspects.

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• 3.Rooftop equipment
• If you store HVAC, piping, solar panels,
  generators, or any other heavy equipment on your
  commercial roof, you may find that over time,
  these will place stress on the roof and cause
  damage later on. As the weight presses down on
  the roof, its quite possible that membranes can
  become torn, insulation crushed, and depressions
  may be created where water can pool and
  accumulate. Over time, this can cause a
  commercial roof to leak, rot and even collapse
  entirely.
• To prevent this from happening, you can use
  platforms to store equipment on, and equipment
  support structures to enable your roof to last
  longer.

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• 4.Neglect
• Ignoring any issues with your commercial roof, or
  even failing to have it professionally inspected
  and maintained on a regular basis, can mean that
  any existing problems can quickly get worse. Some
  business owners opt to create a dedicated
  maintenance plan to ensure that their commercial
  roof remains in tip top condition, and can carry
  on doing its job, for longer.
• With regular inspections and maintenance from a
  professional roofing company, and the swift
  repair of any problems or damage, you can help
  your commercial roof live a long, healthy life!

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  2016, we have been the premier roof installation
  and repair experts in the Miami, Broward and West
  Palm Beach area. We take pride in the
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  residential or commercial roofing services in
  Miami, or as minor as a gutter installation on
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