These buildings usually do not require the same amount or type of roof maintenance as retail or industrial properties. Typically, the roof area will be populated with a few HVAC units, some skylights and a few other types of equipment. As a result, foot traffic on the roof is more limited than with industrial and retail roof areas.
This approach is normally used in new construction. To comply with the Energy Standards, all energy related aspects of the building are considered (roofs, walls, windows, doors, etc.). Under this approach, complicated formulas must be used to calculate the overall energy efficiency of the building. Because of the difficult nature of this approach, these calculations are normally done by professional engineers, architects or consultants. The calculations are then submitted to the Building Department for approval. Fortunately, there is a simpler way to comply with the Energy Standards. This easier method is called the Prescriptive Approach.
Our experts look out for your best interests. If a problem roof can be nursed along with roof repairs and roof maintenance, we will let you know. If it’s more cost effective in the long run to re-roof, we will also let you know. And we’ll help you to plan for it in advance. We are always available to talk. If you have questions or concerns about any building, we provide honest and accurate input.
Residential Roof Replacement/Installation
As a whole, industrial tenants seem to report fewer leaks. That often means that problematic conditions are allowed to become worse before the managers and owners are alerted. This can be a real concern because roof replacement can be more costly per square foot on Industrial Buildings. The higher cost is usually related to the density and type of equipment that populates the roof deck.
Commercial Roof Repair
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Commercial Roof Replacement/Installation
Residential Roof Inspection
To achieve the full service life on a Commercial Roof, it is important to conduct roof inspections and perform roof maintenance at least once a year. One of the objectives for this is to remove leaves and other debris from the roof. It does not take very long for dirt and debris to accumulate on the roof. Drains can easily become clogged. Also, roof penetrations caused by tenant improvements are sometimes installed without the owner or manager’s knowledge. Keeping drains cleared and being aware of tenant improvements will put the owners and managers ahead of problems before damages occur.
I’ve heard that in California you must now install roof insulation when you replace an existing roof. Is this true?
Caulking
DYER BLDG, SANTA ANA Without roof maintenance, roof drains can become plugged and cause roofs to cave in. Caulking can crack and cause leakage. Roof mounted equipment can spill contaminants onto the roof. Tenants can improperly install improvements that penetrate the roof. Every year numerous buildings are re-roofed prematurely, simply because they did not have an effective roof maintenance program. A properly designed roof maintenance program can detect problems before they cause damage and can help to extend the life of the roof.