Henderson's distinctive climate and weather characteristics demand that various kinds of commercial roof repairs might be needed to keep your building sound. It doesn't matter if your roof is flat, sloped, metal, or covered in asphalt shingles—as a simple matter of physics, the specific type of roof repair you need will hinge on the extent of the damage, the age of the roof, and the materials used. Ponding water, for instance, is a common situation in our part of the world, eliminating any warranty coverage you might have and necessitating a kind of repair that scarcely a qualified local contractor could guarantee. And yet, for such an obviously vulnerable part of the roof to be neglected or inadequately addressed could lead to real trouble not only for the roof itself but also for the building's structure.
A leaky roof can sometimes be traced back to faulty flashing. Flashing, which is usually made of metal, is installed around the edges and penetrations of a roof—like chimneys and vents—to keep water from getting in. Over time, the flashing may corrode, may be damaged by wind, or simply may not have been installed properly. When flashing fails, it can be patch repaired or replaced, but it usually needs a pro to come out and find where the problem originated (because it’s not always obvious). Once the pro finds the problem, you can choose whether to patch repair (which is a short-term fix) or replace the flashing (which is better in the long run).
When contemplating repairs, businesses in Henderson must take into account the sort of commercial roofing material they have. Different materials need distinct and specialized repair processes, with expertise that some contractors may not possess. For example, a business with a metal roof might be replacing panels, treating rust, or doing a re-coat; meanwhile, a single-ply roof might be having punctures fixed or seams re-sealed—doing what the manufacturer means for the roof to do. Growing popularity of “green” roofs (partially or completely covered with vegetation) doesn’t mean you can ignore limited lifespan issues (a living roof might need repair for drainage problems or vegetation maintenance) or that you can skip required codes and inspections (serious business, roofing is). Again, with knowledge comes power. By understanding the different materials, what isn’t working really well (or at all), and the basic repair strategies on the upslope side of the half-pipe, savvy property managers can save their businesses money.
