Commercial Roof Repair

Oct 8

One of the more expensive aspects of replacing or repairing the roof of commercial buildings is repair. In extreme environments such as the Southwest U.S., it is essential to know which steps should be taken in repairing the roof.

Knowing what to expect from a commercial roof contractor can make or break the effectiveness of your roof maintenance project. Let's look at some of the most crucial things to consider when choosing a roofing contractor!

Requesting Estimates for Commercial Property

If you are requesting estimates, be sure to supply your contractors with all the necessary information in order to give exact estimates. There is always the chance that unexpected problems could arise during repairs, causing disruptions and additional costs. Consider, for instance:

1.) Provide specific details about what is required to be repaired, instead of merely describing it as "broken" or "not working";

2.) Be sure to be clear about when certain areas must be accessible (ex. not at night) and the length of time each repair will take (hours/days).

3) If you can you should try to cut down on time to work so that multiple tasks can be completed in one day, if feasible;

4.). Accessibility must be provided to the entire project.

Know what should be included in an estimate

Reputable roofers will give you an in-depth review of the job and the costs involved in addition to the labor cost. The typical estimates comprise:

The timeline of your project. Be sure that your expectations are in line to this crucial timeframe.

Payment due dates and the deadlines and policies for termination. In writing these in advance can prevent disagreements or miscommunications later.

Commercial Methods for Roofing

Roof coatings:

Roof coatings are intended to shield the roofing material from UV Rays, water damage and winds. These are able to be added to existing roof systems that are experiencing the potential for wear and tear over time on them in order to prolong their life. Commercial roof coats are available for many types of roofs if they meet certain criteria such as being flat with no underlying water issues. Before deciding if this is the right alternative for you, a commercial roofing contractor will assess your roof.

Roof coatings help prevent weather related damages like the effects of UV and rainwater penetration which can reduce the life of an existing system by preventing further degradation over time while increasing its market value when sold later down the road at resale because it is unlikely to require repairs after the addition of these.

Protect your roof with walk-pads

Walk pads are designed to keep rodents and pests away, and help to prevent weather-related damages like hail. They can be put over any type of commercial rooftop surface that you currently have installed on your building!

High-Quality Materials:

Begin strong to extend the life of your roof, and to avoid roof replacement. Pick durable, high-quality materials that are put in place by experienced professionals at the beginning of any construction or remodeling project. Roofs of high-quality are readily available, but affordable roofs aren't. Selecting a high-quality roof from the beginning will allow you to save money on repairs down the road.

Contractors need to be evaluated to ensure that they are able to provide warranty coverage, workmanship and insurance coverage.