When is it Time To Repair Your Commercial Roof?

If you own or help manage multi-family residential, multi-use and/or condo properties, it’s imperative to schedule regular roof inspections to protect your investments. By detecting a roofing problem early through preventive maintenance, your cost of a potential commercial roof repair will be substantially less than a roofing replacement.

Roofing troubles can, however, be quite difficult to detect. This is especially true for multi-family residential properties with different roof types, designs and slopes. By the time you notice a problem, such as a water leak, there could be other underlying systems suffering damage as well. Read on to learn some of the telltale signs of when you may need a commercial roof repair.

Telltale Signs You Need a Commercial Roof Repair

One of the most obvious signs of commercial roofing troubles is an interior water leak. Water leaks can stain ceilings, walls and flooring. Also, water often lends to mold and mildew development, can damage insulation and cause extensive damage to drywall, paint, and wallpaper.

Other common telltale signs you may need a commercial roof repair may only be detectable from a higher vantage point — on your roof. For safety reasons, only allow roofing professionals to inspect your commercial roofs. Following are some of the more common signs your roofing professional looks for:

Bubbles: Raised portions on commercial roofs indicate trapped moisture, which make roofing materials more susceptible to wind damage.
Flashing: Faulty installation and weather are common causes of damaged flashing, which allows water to seep into your property.
Shingles: Missing or torn shingles should be repaired immediately. If you notice granules in the gutter system, your shingle roof may need to be replaced.
Ponding: Water accumulation on your roof lends to early deterioration.

Roof Repair Vs. Roof Replacement

If a substantial commercial roof repair is needed, ask your contractor for a cost analysis of repairing vs. roof replacement. If your roof is in generally good condition except for requiring common repairs, it’s probably in your best financial interest to opt for repairing. On the other hand, you may also reduce long-term operation costs through energy savings and fewer repairs with a new warrantied roof.

To help you make the best decisions regarding commercial roof repair or roof replacement, contact the experts at Adams Roofing Professionals for an appointment. Since 1978, our third-generation company has built its stellar reputation by putting our Chicagoland commercial and residential customers’ best interests first!

I wanted to let you know about an experience I had with one of your employees. I live at 1200 Knottingham Court in Kingsport Estates and apparently, your company is servicing our condo association. My building has had a leak in the entryway for several months and Eddie was dispatched out to have me show him the source of the leak inside. I met him on Friday, September 21st and just wanted to tell you how impressed I was with his friendliness and professionalism. He immediately found the source of the leak and even went up on the roof to show me. He assured me that someone would take care of it as soon as possible and told me he would give the report priority to avoid any further damage. As someone who used to be in Customer Service, I always value a company that hires people that are not only skilled at their trade, but also skilled at interacting with people. Eddie is a great example of that and I wanted you to know so you could tell him what a great job he does! I am so glad that Alma Management chose Adams Roofing to be our roofing contractor!... [more]

Jeremy Q, CMCA, AMS

Adams Roofing has a great team to work perfectly with condo and townhome Associations. We are currently in the middle of a 6 year, 49 building tear-off project. Adams works hand in hand with the engineers, delivers according to the specifications, and provides great customer service to the homeowners and management team.... [more]

Sue T.

Good Afternoon, I am writing to you on behalf of the Mission Hills M-8 Association. I would like to tell you how happy we are with the work that you completed for our Association. Your supervisor Eddie was great. We liked his professionalism and his work ethic. He kept us informed, and delivered on all his promises. Please make sure that any other jobs you do for us include him. Best regards, Joey Mission Hills Management... [more]

Brett K.

Charlie, Thanks very much for replacing the gutter! No one has been out to do it, at least before I left for work this morning. But I will definitely let you know whether it’s done correctly. I am very satisfied with your roofing job. It looks great, and more importantly, there were no leaks when it rained (even though we haven’t gotten really hard rains yet). So, I have been very pleased with my experience with Adams, especially with the professionalism and responsiveness of you and Dan. Thanks.... [more]

Keith M.

I wanted to take a moment to comment on your technician, Eddie. Eddie was assigned to inspect a roof leak I am having in my home in Cobblestone Circle. He was prompt, professional, courteous and informative; everything a customer could ask for when inviting a contractor into their home. Eddie represents Adams Roofing Well; and clearly he is an asset to your company. Kudos to him! Thank you.... [more]

Rick H.