Signs Your Flat Roof Needs Repair

As a business owner, you never want to see something go wrong with your building. But when it does, the last thing you want to do is ignore it. So, if your roof begins to leak, or if you see any other indicators of flat roof damage, you can’t afford to wait! While skilled commercial roofing work isn’t cheap, it’s nowhere near as expensive as ignoring a damaged roof.

The team at National First Roofing is the Phoenix area’s all-around expert commercial roofing contractors. Read on the most common indicators of flat roof deterioration, as well as how to spot them for yourself.

How to Determine Whether a Flat Roof Requires Replacement

You don’t have to be a professional roofer to recognize when your roof has seen better days. But if you’d rather rely on a professional, National First Roofing always provides free roof inspections to new customers. Your building’s interior plus the roof itself are the two key places to check to discover if your flat roof needs to be replaced. Here is what to look for…

If you notice these indicators of flat roof damage within your building, the leak could be pretty serious.

Look out for these four red flags:

• Water Spots – Discolored spots on the ceiling aren’t accidental; they’re a sure sign of water damage. Start looking for more significant issues if you observe this sign.
• Bubbling Interior Walls – Bubbling interior walls, like ceiling water spots, signal a significant water leak, which usually begins on the roof.
• Mold Growth – Mold requires water to grow, so look for water if you find mold. Mold growth in attics is most commonly caused by a roof leak.
• Dripping Water – This is the most visible indicator. If water is actively dripping from the ceiling, your roof is leaking and you need help right away.

While not everyone feels comfortable climbing up on their roof, if you do, you can discover a lot about the state of your building. If you see any of these problems, call us for a professional roof inspection:

• Rips in the Membrane – If you have an EPDM roof, a rip in the black membrane itself is one of the symptoms of damage to look for. We can patch or seal tiny areas of damage, but a major rip will necessitate a more complete remedy.
• Ponding Water – One way to know if a flat roof needs to be rebuilt is to look for pools of water. A few hours after a downpour, you’ll want to climb up on your roof. If you notice several puddles on your roof, it’s a sign that the drainage systems have failed. If a lot of water is left on the roof, it will eventually permeate through the membrane and cause leaks.
• TPO Coating Cracks – TPO roofing is one of the most widely used materials today. Cracking is the key issue that limits the longevity of these energy-saving roofs. Keep an eye out on the roof surface for cracks in the white roof surface.
• Loose Flashings – Flashings are used to guard the susceptible seams on flat roofs and do a good job in most cases. If the flashings have gotten dislodged, your roof is at risk of leaks around the seams. Any damaged flashing can be repaired and reinforced to protect your seams and prevent leaks.

A Broad Range of Roofing Options

National First Roofing is a full-service commercial roofer, and we can handle any work on any roof, from small repairs to large-scale roof restoration or replacement. We deliver the cutting-edge roof restoration services that are you need to get on with business confidently.

Learn more about our roof restoration services and how they can save you money if you’re a business owner.

From single-day repairs to full restoration jobs, our crews have experience working on the following types of flat roofs:

• EPDM
• TPO
• PVC
• Tar and Gravel
• Modified Bitumen
• And more!

Diagnose Signs of Flat Roof Damage with a Free Inspection

You now know some basics to help you determine if your roof needs to be replaced. Your best bet, though, is to always trust the professionals. Repairing a leaking roof before it becomes a major problem can save you tens of thousands of dollars! At National First Roofing, we provide a free expert roof inspection to new potential customers in order to assess flat roof deterioration—and we always offer the right solution. Get in touch today to schedule your roof inspection!