Moisture mapping can help you with the insurance claims process, locate difficult leaks, determine if a roof is still serviceable or should be considered for repair, replacement, a roof over or coating, help comply with warranty requirements, and more.
Client Challenge The roofing contractor needed to identify and repair leaks in a roof comprised of a Modified Bitumen membrane over lightweight insulating concrete, layered on a built-up roof with gravel, perlite insulation, and a concrete deck. The primary goal was...
Commercial roofs, with their various forms and constructions, play a critical role in safeguarding buildings from the elements. However, over time, moisture can silently undermine their integrity. To mitigate this risk, we rely on specific tools to detect moisture. In...
Strategies to Overcome Worker Scarcity and Optimize Roofing Operations Roofing worker shortages have been a challenge for quite some time and according to current research, there's no end in sight. The impact of this labor shortage forces roofing contractors to...
Once a low sloped or flat roof ages, difficult leaks and maintenance problems become a nightmare to track down and properly repair. Traditional methods of finding a leak involves studying where the leak is coming through to the inside of the building and then walking...
I received a phone call about a building in Melbourne, Florida. The building maintenance engineer expressed concern for major leaks experienced in the main entrance of the building. I was told they think they had multiple problems that contributed to the leaks, but...
Thermal imaging is one step in the process of inspecting and understanding the condition of a roof. The concept is simple in the sense that we are only identifying where we suspect moisture to be. Once the anomalies are identified and highlighted, the physical...
Advise clients to use drones and cameras to capture post-storm roof conditions. Providing thermal images along with traditional photos helps in documenting hidden damage and supporting insurance claims.
Assist clients in securing rooftop equipment such as HVAC units, solar panels, and exhaust vents. Offering this as a last-minute service can prevent additional storm damage and protect their property.
Assist clients in creating a detailed emergency communication plan. This adds value by keeping building managers informed about the roof’s status. You can also offer pre- and post-storm roof inspection services to enhance their preparedness.
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