![]() Residential and Commercial Roofing Services to Protect Your Building
Damaged roofs can allow water into a building, causing a lot more damage over time. It’s best to keep an eye on the roof to spot any potential damage so it can be repaired before it gets a lot worse. Whether it’s a commercial building or home, understanding the signs of damage, how to tell if a replacement is needed, and who to call for help is crucial. Always speak with a professional at the first sign of damage to help prevent water intrusion and significant damage to the whole structure. Signs of Damage to a Roof Inside the Building Inside the building, it may be possible to spot signs of damage to the roof. If there is water getting inside and damaging the ceiling or walls, the roof has already suffered damage and will need to be repaired or replaced. In homes or buildings with attics, it’s best to inspect the attic regularly to look for any signs that water is getting into the building through the roof. When there is no attic, inspect the ceiling regularly for any signs that water is entering the building. Another sign of damage is sagging decking or rafters in the attic. The wood used for these should not sag, but can if they become damaged and softened by water or if there is too much weight on them. Excess weight that causes them to sag could be because of water or snow pooling on the roof. If the decking or rafters are sagging, a call to a professional right away is crucial. When checking the attic or roofing, look for any light that’s entering the building through the roof. There should not be any visible light entering. If there is, it could be a sign of missing shingles or other damage to the roof. This is commonly seen with rotting of the roof due to water or because of a puncture, such as from debris in a storm or hail. The areas where light is able to enter are going to allow water in the roof, which could lead to further damage. Signs of Damage to a Roof Outside the Building Outside the building, it may be possible to see many different signs that there is damage to a roof. Knowing what the signs are can help building owners know when to call a pro for help, but it is important to do inspections safely and carefully. For flat roofs, if there is access to the roof, it may be necessary to go on the roof to look for signs of damage. For sloped roofs, it’s best to look for the following signs from the ground.
A roof is made up of various components that may need to be repaired at some point. The extent of the repair will depend on what is wrong and how much is needed to repair the roof. Some of the most common repairs for a roof will include the following.
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