Signs your Flat Roof May Need to be Replaced

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Signs your Flat Roof May Need to be Replaced
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• In certain situations, flat roofs are more
  advantageous than sloped roofs (i.e. when used on
  commercial buildings). Of course, like any roof,
  flat roofs may be prone to certain issues,
  including leaks and long periods of water
  retention, known as pooling. Pooling can damage
  and/or destroy a buildings structure as well as
  shorten the life of a roof, if its not
  addressed. Fortunately, your commercial roof will
  always give you signs when its having issues and
  needs to be replaced.

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The Roof is Old

• Generally, if a flat commercial roof and/or
  its material is nearing the end of its life, the
  roof should be replaced. Repairs are
  counterproductive and may lead to more problems
  for an old roof. Besides that, on an old roof,
  repair costs often exceed the cost of a
  replacement. If the cost of repair exceeds 20 of
  the cost of a replacement roof, the roof should
  definitely be replaced.

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• Additionally, if the age of your flat roof is
  more than half the projected age of the material
  its made of, it should also be replaced.
  Commercial roofing pros, such as Crest Roofing
  Co. will assess your roof and weigh its age
  against your repair or replacement options.

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Rips and Tears

• Flat roofs are sometimes made of materials
  that are prone to ripping and tearing. This often
  happens along seams in the roof or where two
  pieces of material meet. Slight tears are
  repairable, but extensive tears or rips call for
  a replacement. Numerous rips or tears can also
  indicate possible extensive damage in multiple
  areas. An inspection by a commercial roof repair
  company will show the full extent of the damage
  by uncovering all damaged areas.

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Extensive Water Pooling

• Water pooling is the biggest problem with flat
  roofs. However, excessive and/or regular pooling
  is a sign that your roof needs to be replaced. If
  this happens to your roof, call a roofing expert
  for an immediate replacement. Pooling can lead to
  leakage and massive amounts of water damage. Once
  your roof is replaced, invest in products that
  can heighten your roofs pitch and prevent water
  pooling.

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• If you suspect that there are issues with
  your flat roof, give us a call and well let you
  know whether a repair is all thats needed or if
  a full replacement is required.