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8 Commercial Roof Maintenance Tips For Your Jacksonville Building

Maintaining your commercial roof is vital in ensuring the longevity of its service life. Even the best-maintained commercial roofs will need to be replaced every 20 to 50 years, but by regularly practicing general maintenance, you’ll significantly extend its lifespan.

Through routine inspections, cleaning, and a few other steps, you can keep your roof in excellent condition to protect your building and the people inside. After all, the roof on your commercial building has to withstand all kinds of weather. And, in Jacksonville, inclement weather is a serious concern. From humidity to severe storms, your roof must be secure enough to withstand damage and keep everyone safe.

Keep reading to learn some straightforward commercial roof maintenance tips from the contractors at Floridian Roofing and Solar.

General Notes on Roof Maintenance Tips

Most commercial rooftops are flat, but not all of them. Still, most parts of a commercial roof are comparable, even with different materials and designs. While most of the tips in this guide relate to flat commercial rooftops, much of this advice is adjustable for the type of roofing material on your building.

If you have further questions on how to maintain your Jacksonville commercial roof, reach out to Floridian Roofing and Solar. We’re happy to help! Here are the top commercial roof maintenance tips.

Roof Maintenance Tips

Now, let’s get into some of the best tips for taking care of your commercial roof and keeping it in good condition for as long as possible.

Tip 1: Install Walk Pads Or Avoid Walking On the Roof

While most commercial roofs are flat, walking on them too much is not advisable. Walking around can increase the pressure on the roof and wear down the materials. While you may occasionally need to check something on the roof, try to avoid it as much as possible.

If you do need to be on the roof more often, consider installing walk pads that offer increased support to the roofing system.

Tip 2: Check The Roof After Storms

After a heavy storm, inspect your roof for signs of damage. While you don’t want to spend excess time on the roof, you should check for issues like water or hail damage.

If you do notice any issues, contact a roofing contractor for repairs before the problems worsen. Looking over your roof after a major rainstorm or hurricane conditions is especially crucial in a place like Jacksonville.

Tip 3: Keep the Roof Clear Of Debris

When you do routine checks of your rooftop, ensure that the area is mostly clean. As debris builds up, it can accumulate on the roof and scratch the materials. Plus, objects like twigs and leaves can clog the drainage systems.

Overall, it’s best to keep things clean, especially after wind or rain.

Tip 4: Clear Off Snowfall

It’s important to clear snow from a flat roof. However, snowfall isn’t much of an issue in most parts of Florida. If you do ever own a building in a place that gets snow storms, ensure that it doesn’t build up, as this can add extra weight to the roofing system and lead to water damage.

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Tip 5: Inspect Equipment On The Roof

Don’t forget to inspect any equipment on top of the roof. It’s imperative to look over any heating or cooling units, especially in places like Florida where air conditioning is used often. Make sure to inspect the AC for signs of water leaks or other issues.

Tip 6: Get Twice Yearly Roofing Inspections

Of all the roof maintenance tips to follow, the most crucial is requesting roofing inspection from roofing professionals twice per year. While it’s still necessary to check your roof on your own, roofing experts have extensive experience with commercial roofing systems and materials.

An experienced contractor knows exactly what to look for when assessing the condition of the roof and any possible damage. These inspections ensure your roof lasts as long as possible and that you don’t end up spending more money on costly replacements.

While once-yearly inspections are usually sufficient for residential rooftops, commercial roofs benefit from more frequent inspections, especially because the safety requirements for commercial buildings are much steeper.

Tip 7: Work With A Trusted Roofing Contractor

While one of the most critical commercial roof maintenance tips is getting roofing inspections, the second part of that equation is working with certified, licensed, and experienced contractors.

You want the person inspecting your roof to know what they’re doing, so ensure they have the proper certifications. You can also ask if they have worked with the type of roofing material you have in the past. It never hurts to ask about their level of expertise!

Tip 8: Request Repairs Immediately

Don’t hesitate to contact a roofing professional if you suspect roof damage. The sooner you have these issues fixed, the better it will be for your roof.

At Floridian Roofing and Solar, we offer both repair options and commercial roof maintenance services. With commercial roof maintenance, we’ll make sure your roof is inspected and taken care of so you don’t have to add these tasks to your busy schedule.

 With spring right around the corner, now is a great time to schedule commercial roof maintenance. Check out how getting ahead early in the year can benefit your surface with these spring commercial roof maintenance tips.

Preparing for Spring Roof Maintenance

Request A Commercial Roofing Inspection With Floridian Today

When was the last time you had your commercial roof inspected? If it’s been over a year, it’s definitely time to request roofing services. The Floridian Roofing and Solar experts will thoroughly evaluate your roof. We can also assist you with ongoing maintenance through our affordable plans.

Contact us today to get started or to book a free inspection.

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