Ways To Prepare Your Commercial Roofing For Winter By Application

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WINTER PREPARATION FOR YOUR COMMERCIAL ROOFING

• Winter can be brutal on a commercial flat roof if
  it is not adequately prepared. Roof problems
  that arise during the winter can impact the rest
  of your building. To safeguard your investment,
  have an experienced commercial roofing
  professional clean and inspect your roof in the
  fall, or at the very least before the snowfalls.
  In the fall, gather stakeholders, develop a snow
  removal strategy, and approve any roof repairs.
• While you should hire a professional roofer to
  prepare your roof for winter, you and the other
  building stakeholders should also take the time
  to understand the steps that a professional
  should take to protect your roof. You must be
  able to evaluate professional quotes and ask
  pertinent questions about your specific roofs
  requirements.

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IS YOUR ROOF READY FOR WINTER?
Months of the hot summer sun, stormy weather,
ponding water, temperature extremes, and rooftop
foot traffic can all harm your buildings roof
system. In addition to the usual suspects Was
there any recent rooftop HVAC repair or
maintenance? After HVAC work, the flashing and
surfaces around that equipment must be inspected
to ensure no damage on the roof near the units
during repairs. Have you recently had any
renovations to your building, such as adding or
other structural changes? These changes can
compromise the integrity of your roofing system,
so those transition areas should be inspected
to ensure they remain weathertight. Is your roof
getting old and needs a general inspection to
avoid the effects of weather and aging with
timely repairs? Everything exposed to weather and
sun deteriorates, especially roof surfaces
exposed to UV radiation, temperature changes,
and weather conditions. Appropriate maintenance
can extend the life of a roof system by several
years, allowing a capital portion to be invested
in business applications rather than the
roofing. Fall and early winter are ideal times to
inspect your commercial roof for any damage or
weathering that may be present and to ensure
that minor issues do not become major ones.
Examining now, before severe weather arrives,
makes potential problems easier to identify and
correct.
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BEST ROOF FOR SNOW AND HIGH
WINDS?
Asphalt shingles Can withstand high
winds. Strong enough to withstand heavy rains,
hailstorms, and hurricanes. Metal Protects
against wind and debris. Slate Prevents the
roof from blowing off in high winds.
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TOP 5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR COMMERCIAL ROOFING
WINTER-PROOF

• How would you ensure that your roof has been
  properly cleaned? What exactly is a proper roof
  inspection?
• We will answer your questions and explain every
  aspect of commercial roof winterization in this
  guide so that you are prepared for conversations
  with your roofer and are more informed about the
  steps they should take to protect your roof.

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Clean Your Commercial Roof
Before your roof inspection, request that your
roofing professional clean the roof. Debris
removal allows the professional to inspect every
part of the roof. Furthermore, cleaning the top
prevents rot, mold, moss, blocked drainage, and
other problems from developing on the roof during
the winter and early spring. Your roofing
professional should look for signs of animal
infestation while cleaning. If animals are
already familiar with your roof, they may try to
take shelter from the cold and cause damage. Your
roofer or an animal/pest removal expert can
advise you on keeping animals off the roof. They
may recommend the following steps Unless the
animal is legally protected, remove any nesting
materials. Fill in any gaps that allow animals
to enter the building through the roof. Remove
any food or nesting materials that have fallen
from a nearby tree, such as nuts or leaves. Trim
nearby trees that provide a haven for squirrels
and raccoons to climb onto the roof. Repair
ponding and slow drainage so that animals dont
have access to water on the top. The roofing
professional should look for signs of tree damage
to the roof while cleaning it. Branches ripped
from trees can cause damage to roofing membranes.
Trees that are too close to the structure could
fall on it. They might also dump extra snow on
your roof. To avoid roof damage from trees, have
a professional remove or trim the trees on your
property.
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Commercial Roof Inspection In The Fall
The fall season is ideal for having your
professional roofer complete your yearly
inspection. Finding and fixing problems before
winter will help ensure that your roofs problems
do not worsen over the winter. As melted snow
refreezes and expands, small cracks in membranes
and gaps in flashing can widen further.
Commercial roofing drainage systems may also be
jeopardized if water refreezes in them. Finding
problems before they cause further damage is an
excellent way to reduce the overall cost of roof
maintenance. Downspouts and gutters must be clean
and in good working order. Internally draining
downspouts should be kept free of debris as well.
Debris, particularly leaf litter, should be
removed from drainage points. Roof penetration
seals and flashing should be in good
condition. Punctures, dips, and ponding should be
avoided in membranes. Roof ventilation should be
debris-free. All roof areas should be inspected
for deterioration, weakness, and damage.
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Repair Your Roof Before Winter
Is it possible to repair a flat roof in the
winter? Yes. However, postponing repairs until
then is not ideal. Winter repairs are less than
ideal for a variety of reasons, including For
building users and occupants, winter repairs are
more inconvenient. Roofers face additional
challenges due to the cold and snow. Many roofing
materials must be kept warm before or during
installation. Snow can hide hazards on the roof,
so roofers must mark the locations of skylights,
equipment, and other roof features. Because of
the additional work, roofers may need to charge
more to perform repairs during the
winter. Another reason to get your roof repairs
done now is that winter can exacerbate any
problems with your roof. Leaks, for example, can
be exacerbated by melting snow on the top. If
that water refreezes, it can cause cracks in
roofing membranes to expand. It is prudent to
repair roof dips or low points that cause ponding
before melted snow accumulates in them and
exacerbates the problem in spring. Any drainage
issues will be exacerbated in the spring. In
short, the best time to repair a roof problem is
when you discover it.
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Inspect For Any Damage Caused By Pests
Caulk is another area that a roofing professional
should inspect. Caulk is an outstanding way to
help prevent leaks, but it must be replaced
regularly. If the caulk is wrinkled, crumbling,
or missing, its time to re-caulk. This would
help if you took care of this as soon as
possible. Weather changes can also bring about
different types of pests. Chipmunks, rodents,
squirrels, and even birds seek safe and warm
havens. If you notice any nesting materials,
feces, or food, you must contact someone
immediately to have the animals removed. You must
also close any entry points into your building,
trim trees, and repair any slow draining or
ponding areas.
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Inspect The Flashing
Flashing is a material that forms a moisture
barrier between your roof and anything on top of
the roof, such as skylights, vents, HVAC units,
or vents. These areas are more vulnerable to
snow and rain damage because they are not a
natural part of the roof and have had to be
installed. Some people believe that flashing is
unnecessary because caulk or other sealants can
be used instead. The issue with the other two
options is that caulks and sealants may crack and
no longer keep moisture out. Failure to use
flashing and having it properly inspected can
lead to roof problems and the need to replace it.
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