Document visible trouble spots and establish who reports a leak or drainage issue. Keep the roof access contact and prior maintenance notes available.
Put the roof access contact and earlier repair records in one place. Tell tenants or staff who should receive reports and what details to collect if they notice new water inside.
Contact Dekoven Roofing to discuss a commercial roof assessment. Include the building address and the name of the person who can arrange access.
Property managers can reduce winter risk with routine checks.
Set up a response contact and a process for reporting leaks.
Flat roofs hold snow, and drains can freeze. Meltwater that cannot reach a drain may stand and refreeze. Plan who responds if drains block and how roof access is made safe.
Avoid using sharp tools on the roof surface, since they can damage the membrane.
Log observations so repeated issues stand out.
Ask a qualified contractor.
At the first sign of leaks.
For some buildings. Ask.
Related: Request a commercial roof assessment
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