Think a clogged sink drain is a problem, wait until you get a clogged roof drain. Better yet, do not wait! Clogged roof drains can be catastrophic to your commercial flat roof’s health because they create persistent ponding. These water ponds exploit voids in membrane roof seams and membrane punctures:
The resulting voids and punctures enable water to intrude into the layers beneath your roof. This water intrusion damages the roof deck, insulation, and interior walls, resulting in business disruptions and costly repairs.
No. A flat roof is sloped to drain not retain water. A convenience store’s flat roof demonstrates the simplest design. Water flows down a slightly higher side to drains located on the roof’s opposite side. Most warehouse roofs have one or more ridges that channel water to drains located in their valleys. Figure 1 shows an industrial warehouse roof having one center ridge. Drains are located along the perimeter of the two sides parallel to the ridge. Figure 2 shows a more complex warehouse store roof having three ridges and two valleys. Your roof’s size and topology determine how many drains it has and where they are located.
Twice-a-year roof inspections and required maintenance are critical elements of a Roof Asset Management program. A roof inspection service includes identifying and reporting observable voids, punctures, and clogged drains. A roof maintenance service includes removing rooftop debris and cleaning clogged roof drains. A Roof Asset Management program proactively schedules both services.
The good news is that Spokane Roofing Company can repair 80-90% of problems very quickly after an inspection. We review the results of the inspection with you and explain any repairs we recommend. Experience has taught us that a simple, efficient process gives our customers the best value.
Our inspection and maintenance teams handle every job the same way, from start to finish. Our goals are to achieve as little variation as possible and to create a one-call fits all approach. A consistent approach makes it easy for our clients to know what to expect and when to expect it.
Division of labor means that the person who inspects your drains, for example, will not be the person who maintains or repairs your roof. Different employees have different job functions and specialties. We employ roof reporters, inspectors, estimators, schedulers, maintenance technicians, repair technicians, and quality-control managers to perform the final inspection. Each team member contributes to a healthier roof and your satisfaction.
Semiannual roof inspections and maintenance are two keys to keeping your roof drains flowing. Spokane Roofing Company has served Greater Spokane’s commercial roofing needs for more than 110 years. We know the best ways to take care of your flat roof. I can say with confidence that our system is the simplest and most efficient you will find. Nobody else is close. Call us today at (509) 838-8633 to repair a commercial roof leak, schedule a Spring roof inspection, or clean clogged roof drains.
