Water - One of the Most Destructive Forces on Earth
In the long history of our planet, few natural phenomena have changed the landscape or caused more tragedy than water. Life couldn’t exist without it but the destruction it can create is boundless.
Water is your building’s worse enemy. When it freezes it can cause pipes to burst, lift asphalt or concrete in parking lots, and deteriorate building components. It can create indoor air quality issues which impact the health of the building and its occupants. Since the beginning of time people have been trying to control water. Whether it was finding a dry place to live, moving it to irrigate crops, or in more modern times using water to create electricity, managing water is an ever-evolving science.
Your roof is the building’s first line of defense against water intrusion. From the days of mud and thatch to the more robust roofing systems of today there’s always been just one goal, keep water out.
Water can cause many problems for your roof, not just leaks. Most of us do not realize how heavy the element is. For example, consider a 5,000 square foot roof that is covered in just one inch of water. The water weighs 5.2 pounds per inch per square foot, which means just one inch of water on a 5,000 square foot roof would way an incredible 26,000 pounds! Buildings are not engineered to tolerate this extra weight.
Leaks can also compromise insulation, cause wood decks to rot and metal decks to rust. When you first see a leak is time to act. Quick and proper repairs can stop further damage. Infrared scans can locate wet areas so they can be removed, protecting your investment. The infrared cameras will identify exactly which portions of the roof are wet, so that you only have to remove the damaged areas and can save the rest of the roof.
Annual inspections can help prevent leaks and prolong the life of your roof. The most cost-effective roof system you will ever own is the one you have protecting your building right now. All things wear out over time. The best-case scenario is to extend the life of your roof for as long as possible so you control it, rather than the roof controlling you. Proper management allows for better planning and budgeting to make sure you don’t run into any costly surprises.
TeamCraft Roofing provides the resources you need to protect your roof. We conduct timely inspections, proper repairs, aerial infrared surveys by qualified drone pilots, aerial mapping of large facilities, quality roof installations, and more. We have the tools to help you manage your valuable roofing asset.
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