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Commercial roofing maintenance is critical for protecting your facility and keeping your property safe from the elements. For flat roofs in need of replacement, there are a few telltale signs that you should call your roofing contractor to upgrade your building. Consider five signs it’s time for a commercial roofing replacement.

5 Ways to Know You Need a New Commercial Roof

1. Cracking or Bubbling

Typically, cracking, bubbling, or blistering occurs when moisture is trapped beneath roofing materials and begins to evaporate. In some cases, a blistered roof can lead to water seeping inside your building. The only way to find out you have a bubble problem is regular roofing inspections. If your commercial roofing has a large number of bubbles, cracks, and blisters, don’t delay calling for help.

2. Pooling Water

commercial roofingAfter a rain or snow storm, water may collect on a flat roof. If your roofing system has a drainage or structural issue, this precipitation will have nowhere to go, and eventually the pooling water will cause issues such as leaks, moss and mold, insects, and in severe cases, a roof collapse. A roofing contractor will install a replacement that corrects the subtle slopes necessary for good drainage on a flat roof.

3. Damaged Flashing

Flashings are critical to the performance of your roof, and a deteriorated or compromised flashing requires a call to a roofing contractor. This component is typically necessary for sealing areas between the roof and other parts of the structure, creating a tight design to keep joints and angles together. Without it, the roofing system fails.

4. Sagging

Commercial roofing that is sagging usually points to a structure bearing too much weight. This excessive load can be caused by moisture, too many roofing layers overlapping, or damage to materials underneath the top layer. Sagging roofs are unsafe and should be fixed immediately.

5. Seam Tears

Anything from UV rays and water to poor installation will affect seams. In some cases, the fastenings fail, and if opened, your roof is vulnerable to water. Besides noticeable damage to these areas, you may also see seams pulling away from each other and leaving gaps between sections.

 

Don’t wait to have your commercial roofing inspected, repaired, or replaced. Contact A&M Contractors, Inc. for quality industrial roofing and flat roof repairs. Located in Lincoln and serving the entire state of Nebraska, these roofing contractors utilize Duro-Last® materials and Spray Polyurethane Foam to ensure top-notch results the first time. Call (402) 890-2343 or visit their website to learn more.

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