Single-Ply Roofing Protection

How to best protect your single-ply roofing:

Your roofing system is composed of high-quality materials and comes with a comprehensive warranty. Both aid in the protection of your building's investment, but they also rely on your dedication to proper upkeep. Knowing when and why to evaluate your roof for maximum performance is crucial to ensuring a long-lasting roof.

 Do…

•  Perform inspections at least twice a year or as required by the guarantee. It’s best to inspect your roof at the end of winter and the end of summer, when it has gone through the most thermal stress.

•  Conduct inspections immediately after unusual occurrences such as heavy rains, high winds, hail, nearby fires, explosions, etc.

•  Watch your roof for trouble spots, and clear away any debris or contaminants on a regular basis. This includes unclogging drains in the spring and fall.

•  Establish a rooftop control policy, and keep any access doors or hatches locked.

•  Keep a file of all records, inspection reports and activity related to your roof.

•  Advise equipment service personnel to be careful handling tools and heavy equipment on your roof. 


Don’t…

•  Allow unqualified personnel to access or maintain your roof.

•  Permit equipment service personnel to make penetrations into your roof. These should be handled by an approved roofing contractor.

•  Power wash your roof, as it may cause unintended damage.

•  Move heavy equipment across your roof.

• Puncture the membrane.

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Rodd's Roofing would like to thank their supplier Johns Manville for the content provided in this blog. You can explore more at https://www.jm.com/

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