Expensive equipment and tools. Shelves of inventory. Building titles and insurance documents. These are among the many things commercial roofing systems help protect. Like any roof, commercial systems exhibit numerous warning signs when they need replacing to keep your tenants or employees safe and maintain the health of your business. Familiarize yourself with these signs so you can consider the benefits of roof replacement prior to serious damage.

Top 5 Signs Your Commercial Roofing System Needs Replacing Now

1. Leaks

While the occasional leak is an easy fix with timely roof repair services, chronic leaks tell you the system is wearing out. If your commercial roof is more than 20 years old and leaks have become constant, the membrane or the underlayment has sustained serious damage and needs replacing.

2. Excessive Moisture

Deteriorating insulation or no insulation at all allows rainwater and melting ice to infiltrate your commercial roofing system and increase humidity. Too much moisture encourages quick roof breakdown due to soaked underlayments and mold and mildew formation. 

3. Sagging

A sagging commercial roofing system is more than unsightly—it’s also dangerous. It could signal a broken roof deck joist or another issue such as ponding, in which unwanted water pools on the roof and hastens the deterioration process. If this is has been a problem for a while, schedule a replacement to prevent a partial or full collapse.

4. Damaged Membrane

Commercial roof membranes eventually lift following years of exposure to high winds and other elements. You may notice bald spots on the membrane as well. Bubbles can also form on this exterior layer, indicating moisture underneath and the possibility of mold and mildew growth.

5. High Energy Bills

Failing commercial roofing systems frequently contribute to high energy bills because the insulation has worn out or there are other issues, such as cracks and holes, that allow outside air in. If your building is otherwise energy-efficient, look to your roof.

Don’t wait to get your roof system replaced—rely on Marty Robbins Roofing Co. to do the job right the first time. The Dothan, AL-based residential and commercial roofing company offers over 40 years of experience and provides a range of services that exceed client expectations, including metal roofing work and gutter installations. Call (334) 794-8120 today to schedule an estimate or review their portfolio online.