Developing A Roof Maintenance Program
To reduce the risk of roof leaks, Benchmark and EMC loss control experts recommend you adopt an aggressive maintenance program. This program should include the following:
- Every roof should be inspected in the spring and fall of each year to identify deficiencies.
- Inspections should concentrate on high-risk areas such as around roof hatches, drains, mechanical equipment and high-traffic areas.
- Reviews should be accomplished after severe storms, repairs or alterations to the rooftop equipment or reroofing of adjacent roof areas.
- Once deficiencies have been identified, a qualified roofing contractor should perform repairs in a timely manner.
A properly executed roof maintenance program should not only reduce leaks, thereby minimizing mold development, but also increase roof longevity.
