If inadequate slope is the culprit, there are products designed to correct the problem. One of the best is RoofSlope, a revolutionary product that provides auxiliary sloping for commercial cap-sheet roof installations and rehabilitation. This is a common problem with all flat roofs. Damage from foot traffic can cause scrapes or cuts in the membrane and damage to the underlying substrate.
Beside the risk of causing leaks, damage to the membrane caused by tradespeople can also void the warranty. Besides foot traffic, the addition of new equipment and penetrations can also cause problems. Using materials that were never intended for use on a specific type of flat roof is one of the most common causes of damage to flat roofs. This happens frequently on metal roofs where people try to make repairs with things like caulking and plastic roof cement.
The same problem occurs when repairs on a single ply membrane are attempted using plastic roof cement. Flat roofs are known to experience leaking and other problems and regularly checking the health of your roof is your first line of defense against costly repairs. Further, if you live in a storm prone area or suspect hail damage to your roof, schedule an inspection with your Scottsdale flat roof roofer to ensure all is well. And should flat roof repair be necessary, he can help with that as well.
While green roofs are all the hype, having random patches of vegetation on your flat roof is not really a good thing. To ensure that your roof will keep going strong, have them removed and the roof evaluated. This is a biggie!
Ponding water is a common problem with flat roofs and they often lead to costly flat roof repairs. However, proper maintenance and un-clogged drainage systems work great in preventing ponding water issues. Oftentimes caused by regular weathering or poor material, cracks in the sheathing lead to leaks and should be repaired professionally and as fast as possible.
Another cause for flat roof leaks. Flashing can corrode over time, become loose or fall victim to fungus growth. All of the above are cause for concern and leaks. If you suspect flashing damage on your Arizona flat roof, contact your local roofing expert for inspection and repair services. This is an issue we see a lot of.
Blistering happens when air or moisture is trapped between the membranes of the flat roof. It is important to know that this is a problem that is only going to get worse. Blisters stretch your roof and it will not shrink back to its original form allowing for more air and moisture to get trapped.
If a shingle or two is blown off a conventional roof, though this is not ideal, the rest of the shingles are designed to hold in all but the windiest conditions. Since flat roofs are one sheet of material, a little wind damage can turn into a lot of wind damage with just a few additional gusts. The whole roof can fail and necessitate immediate replacement. Ponding water, alligatoring, buckling, and the natural elements can all contribute to a leaking flat roof.
However, leaks can still develop without these issues. For example, damaged flashing can cause leaks as easily on a flat roof as on a sloped roof. Poor installation, substandard materials, or simple age can also factor into flat roof leaks. After expert installation, a flat roof should last a minimum of 15 years, and perhaps as many as 30 years. In general, that is a shorter lifespan than an asphalt shingle roof, and far less time than cedar and metal roofs.
To get the most out of your flat roof, these are seven common problems to bear in mind: 1.
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