Inspecting your flat roof can help you find issues before they become big problems for you. A thorough inspection can often identify areas that are in need of repair before they start leaking. This can save the interior of the building from future damage.
There are several main areas to check on a flat roof. You should always check for flashing and roofing material that has pulled away from chimneys, vents, skylights or other rooftop accessories. Finding these areas and repairing them before the leaks begin can save a lot of money. You can prevent the building from receiving water damage and the repair may be easy and cheaper to make before the problem has become very large.
Any exposed nails should also be inspected, as well as areas around roof drains, scuppers, gutters and downspouts or other drainage systems. Special attention should be paid to areas with roofing seams or areas that meet up with another type of roofing.
Small discolored spots on the roof may indicate areas where water puddles. Another indication of possible problems are blistered areas on the roof. In these areas the roofing has pulled away from the roof decking.
If you want more information about inspecting a flat roof or have any questions, please visit our website at www.apextx.com, call us 817-239-8744 or view our YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/ApexRoofingInc.
