How To Tell If Your Building Needs Commercial Roof Repair

The last thing any business wants is a problem with their commercial roof. That’s why it’s important to perform regular roof repair. But how do you know that your building needs repairing? ABR Construction has put together this list of signs that your commercial roof might need repair.

Bubbles

This sign can only be seen on the roof of the building. You want to look for small bumps anywhere along the surface of your roof. These occur when moisture builds up under the top layer. The more bubbles you see, the sooner you need to call ABR Construction for a roof repair. Likewise, if you find bubbling or staining in your ceiling, it’s likely that moisture has made its way indoors and the point of ingress could be your roof.

Sagging

Another sign you can see while on the roof of the building is sagging. These low spots are an indication that there is a problem below the surface. They can also cause puddles to gather which can increase the rate of roof deterioration. If you see sagging, you want to try and get it repaired as soon as possible.

Seam or Flashing Gaps

If you check along the seams of the roof and see gaps that means water has a way in. If your seams seem to have become unsealed or if the flashing has become loose or dislodged, you want to call for professional roof repair.

Clogged Gutters

When it rains, you want to check your exterior downspouts. If less water flows out of them then is coming down from the sky, you might have a clogged drain. You will want to try and get that cleared up as soon as possible as a clogged gutter can cause water to pool under the roof. We always suggest that you get a roof inspection after your gutters have been cleared just to make sure there isn’t any lasting damage.

Signs of Moisture

This is the most obvious sign you need a roof repair and can be seen from inside the building. Water stains or bubbling on the ceilings or increased humidity in the building are both signs that water is entering your building. A noticeable increase in insect and rodent activity in your building is also a sign that there is also likely moisture leaking somewhere.

Increased Energy Bill

If your cooling system seems to be working overtime to maintain the same temperature and your energy usage has increased, your roof might be to blame. Commercial roofing is designed to reflect the suns light to help maintain cooler internal temperatures. An increased energy bill is a sign that some of that reflectivity has been lost and you should get your roof repaired.

Contact Us

The next time you are looking to repair the roof of your commercial building, add gutters or construct something completely new, reach out to ABR Construction. You can contact us through our website or give us a call at 859-490-8313 to sign up for a free consultation. We would love to have our certified team lend a hand with your next construction project. ABR Construction is a family-owned company located in Nicholasville, Kentucky. We are proud to serve the surrounding area, including Danville, Richmond, Mount Sterling, Georgetown, Hazard, Pikeville, Somerset, Liberty, and London.