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Roof Maintenance

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Commercial Roof Maintenance

Commercial properties require experienced roof maintenance companies to help prolong the life and reliability of their roofing systems. This is essential to provide a safe and comfortable environment for both staff and customers, with a leak-free roof that doesn’t disrupt your operations.

ZCI General Contracting offers comprehensive commercial roof maintenance and repair as the smarter, more cost-effective approach that avoids commercial roof leaks and the necessity for high-cost repair bills. By addressing little issues twice a year, you save money and time for complete peace of mind.

OUR COMMERCIAL ROOF Maintenance Plans

Regular maintenance is essential to prolong the life of your commercial roof. We provide comprehensive maintenance services, including roof cleaning, debris removal, and repairs.

This might not sound like much, but these simple steps go a long way in preventing:

Serious damage that leads to leaks
Water damage in the interior of your business
Expensive issues related to water damage, including mold that can make customers and employees sick
Serious structural issues that can increase the risk of structural damage and roof collapse

Commercial Roofing

Commercial Flat Roof Maintenance Tips

The most important tip is to invest in regular inspections twice a year to find signs of degradation and take care of them promptly.

However, other tips include:

Clearing away debris regularly to prevent clogs and water accumulation
Addressing leaks and water pooling right away
Applying regular roof coating and waterproofing materials to improve durability
Arranging for snow and ice removal to reduce weight and strain on your roof structure
Maintaining a record of your maintenance activities for insurance purposes and to ensure you don’t miss critical deadlines
Maintaining the trees and bushes on your property
Applying UV-protective coatings or membranes to protect against the damaging rays of the sun
Limiting access to your roof to reduce damaging foot traffic
Inspections following extreme weather events
Including roof maintenance in your budget

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Frequently Asked Questions

Although you can perform your own maintenance tasks, it can be dangerous to climb up on larger buildings, even if they are only a story or two. It is also possible you can cause more harm than good, such as removing protective coatings by cleaning or dragging debris across the surface. We say it is something best left to professionals to maintain the integrity of your roof and avoid costly accidents that can lead to liabilities.

Maintenance neglect can lead to a whole list of woes that can cost you money over time, including:

Slow leaks that cause mold growth
Algae and vegetation growth related to debris and water on the roof
Structural damage related to water-damaged beams
Premature roof failure causing serious injury and damage
Decreasing the value of your commercial property
Possibly keeping customers and skilled employees away who feel your building is unpresentable or unsafe

There are several signs that indicate your roof needs maintenance, including:

Visible damage, such as lifting metal or blistering and peeling of a flat roof
Water stains on your ceiling that indicate roof leaks
Pooling water on the roof
Increased energy bills that could indicate water damage to insulation
Moldy smells
Discoloration in interior walls, such as rust
Damaged eavestroughs
Icicles in the winter

Regular commercial roof maintenance extends your roof's lifespan, prevents serious leaks that can lead to structural damage, and saves money on costly repairs both to the exterior and interior of your building. Although it might seem you are wasting money with maintenance twice a year, it will save money in the long run. You can protect the value of your commercial property and your business assets.

Ohio weather takes its toll on your commercial roof, from the UV rays and heat of the sun in the summer to extreme rainstorms and heavy winds in the spring and from heavy snowfalls in the winter to fluctuating temperatures all year round. The older your roof and the less effort invested in repairs and maintenance, the more vulnerable your roof is to weather related damage. Other weather-related factors include having mature trees with loose branches on the property that can fall on your roof in high winds and having full sun exposure.