Summer might sound great because there’s no destructive snow to contend with. Unfortunately, the heat is the next problem you’ll face. High temperatures that go beyond the usual can cause your roofing material to expand and contract.
EPDM and single-ply roofs are more susceptible to heat expansions and seam leaks. To maintain your roof’s integrity, you’ll need reliable roof inspections and servicing where needed. We’ll help you know about the usual commercial roofing problems during summer.
Roof Leaks or Moisture
Summer comes with rains – often storms in some cases. Roofs that aren’t prepared for storms, namely ones with the issues listed below, can have expensive, long-term problems due to leaks and moisture. Once your ceiling fills with water, it can turn the material brittle and structurally weaker.
Poorly Installed Flashing
One way to avoid roof leaks during summer rainfall is proper flashing installation. While the sun won’t cause harm to a loose flashing, the weather can quickly change in a single day. Ensure this doesn’t happen by enlisting a roofing expert to inspect your roof and ensure it’s in perfect shape before summer and the rains even start.
Blistering
Hotter roofs mean material expansion. When materials contract and expand, they loosen the adhesive joints joining the seams. This can cause splitting and blistering on your roof material. While there is no preventative measure for blistering (roof coatings can’t guarantee blister-free roofs), having aging and blistered seams removed and replaced by professional roofers prepares the entire system before a storm even arrives.
Installation Problems
Roofing installation problems might seem safe after your roofer installed it, but most of its symptoms appear when strong rains occur. Stop this from happening by asking your local roofer for an inspection. They can reveal various problems that can turn into bigger issues over time.
If you need help with your commercial roof repair, installation, and maintenance, trust a roofing contractor that has in-depth experience. Turn to us at Roper Roofing & Solar. Call us today or visit our social media page to get started.