Hard Work & Innovation: The Job of a Roofer

Winter can take a toll on your commercial building. Thankfully, most roofing materials are designed to withstand cold temperatures and keep clients and employees happy and warm. However, as things begin warming up, it's important to prepare your roof for a different season — summer. Lack of preparation may cause you to have a leaky covering that may affect your company's operations and jeopardize your normal activities. Thankfully, commercial roofing contractors know what to do to prepare your covering for the extreme heat. Keep reading to learn three ways these roofing contractors will do that.

Inspection

Your roof needs to be assessed for any damage after winter. Many elements such as hail, wind, and snow could have taken a toll on it, damaging the shingles or causing the wood to rot. The high winds may have also caused some trims to fall off. The good news is that noticing these damages is quite easy during summer. Roofers only need to grab a ladder and inspect your roof. If they find that some shingles are missing, they'll replace them to protect your structure's integrity and keep your customers and employees safe. But if they discover that a greater part of your roof is worn out and you need to use it as a base to hold up appliances such as outdoor ACs, they may recommend replacing the entire system. 

Leak Checks

The water that freezes on the roof during winter is likely to defrost during summer. If your covering isn't sealed well, water may penetrate the building and cause discoloration on your walls. It may also encourage mildew and mold growth and damage your furniture and sealing. 

Roofing contractors are experienced in noticing leaking areas even if the assessment is done days after the water has dried. They'll apply new sealants on the leaking regions to save your roof and building from extensive destruction.

Cleaning Out Dirt

The water melting on your roof could cause the leaves accumulated on top of it to pile up in the gutter. The cold winter winds could have also broken some branches which could be laying idly on your roof. If not eliminated, these branches can attract birds to come and make nests on your covering. Roofers can clear out all the debris on your covering to prepare it for rain. They'll clean the gutters, eliminate all branches, and fix the damaged downspouts to promote drainage. 

The summer season is a time that most businesses can make more profit. It's important to keep your roof in excellent condition to protect all the occupants within your building from the harsh heat. Luckily, commercial roofing contractors can handle this task effectively, enabling you to focus on running your company.  

For more information, Davis Roofing, Inc.