Metal roofing systems are relatively low maintenance when installed by a qualified roof specialist and a well cared for metal roof has a life expectance of 50+ years when properly maintained.
Problem areas we look for and address during roof maintenance:
- Leaking
- Denting
- Scuffs and scratches
- Corrosion
- Degradation
- Improper installation – lapping, excessive sealants, excessive screw penetrations
Your metal roof is installed using fasteners to attach the panels to the substrate. These fasteners (hidden or exposed) are engineered to withstand years on a metal roof but it is important with an exposed fastener system, to have them checked yearly to ensure they are not loose, crooked, angled or missing. Expansion and contraction pose a risk to fasteners which can cause them to back out over time. Another area of concern is with gasket head fasteners which come with a neoprene washer that will corrode overtime from UV exposure. The deterioration of this washer could lead to a potential leak.
What do we address during annual roof maintenance?
- Remove debris
- Tighten/Replace fasteners
- Inspect joints and penetrations and replacing sealants to any areas that appear worn, damaged or lacking
- Clean gutters & valleys
- Written visual inspection report of potential hazards
- Low hanging branches from trees
- Signs of pests (rodents, bird nests etc.)
- Deterioration of the Chimney stack
- Wooden fascia rot
- Drain blockage of hidden gutter system
