There is a lot of work that goes into maintaining and managing a commercial building. Unfortunately, one of the most neglected and overlooked components of any commercial building is the roof. Most businesses have flat roofs and far too many do not know how to properly care for their roofing system and end up doing things that do more harm than good. This is why commercial flat roof care is an important part of what we do here at Stay Dry Roofing!
Taking Care of the Roof
Here at Stay Dry Roofing, we specialize in all types of roof repair and maintenance, including commercial flat roof care. Our team of experts can help make taking care of a flat roof easy by educating our customers on the following things to avoid with their roof care plans:
Stay Off the Roof
Some building owners look at the roof of their business as something they are the sole owner of. While it is true that you need to take care of the roof, just as you would any other piece of property like your car. However, if you mess around with your car without fully knowing what you are doing or messing around for the sake of tinkering with it, chances are you are going to do something wrong or cause damage. A roof is the same. The roof may be a tempting piece of your property that you just feel like you need to get up there and check out on a regular basis, but this is not always best. Yes, you need to inspect your roof and be on the lookout for problems but inspections should only be done once or twice a year. The less time you spend on the roof, the safer you are and the less likely it is that something will go wrong while you are up there. Leave the inspections and checks to the roofing professionals like our team here at Stay Dry Roofing. We have the crews, the experience, the equipment, the skills, and the training needed to navigate on your commercial flat roofing safely.
Avoid Procrastination
Another big mistake many business owners and building managers fall victim to is giving into the temptation of procrastination. Ignoring the early wanting signs of a potential leak or other roofing issues only increases your eventual repair cost. Small repairs will quickly become bigger problems and the bigger the issue the more involved and costly it will be to repair. You also stand to lose a lot more when there are problems with a commercial flat roofing system that are ignored. In a residential setting, a leaky roof can damage furniture and personal possessions. In a business setting a leaky roof can damage product, equipment, materials, furniture, and can also cost in lost hours and profits due to lack of working hours. If your commercial property has shown you any warning signs or indications of possible problems, get that small repair made soon, before it gets out of hand. A small quick repair will save you money in the long term. For help with your commercial flat roof care routine, let the experts handle every aspect of taking care of a flat roof system for you and put your mind at ease!
Absolutely No DIY Projects
Some people think they are skilled enough to handle roof repairs and maintenance on their own. Maybe they are skilled or talented enough to take care of their home’s roofing system, but it is not advisable to try a DIY project on commercial flat roofs. You need the help of a professional roofer in order to:
– Differentiate between the different materials that are commonly used on roofs
– Know the right products to use on the roof that will not damage various components
– Ensure amateurs mistakes are not made that can weaken or damage the roofing system even more
– Make sure any warranties on the roofing system are not voided out
No matter how skilled you may be, it is always best to leave roofing work to the professionals. Professional commercial flat roof care will always be better and to a higher level than what a non-contractor can provide, no matter what their skill set or experience may be. When you need help taking care of a flat roof on your commercial building, call in the experts and get the work done right the first time.
Expert Roofing Help
Now that you know the way to take care of your commercial flat roofing system and what you should not do, turn to Stay Dry Roofing for the professional touch you deserve. Contact us today to learn more about the amazing services we offer including inspection, maintenance, monitoring, repair, new installation, and re-roofing. Whatever your needs are, we can help, so contact us today to get started!