Maintenance Division
The key goals of rooftop maintenance are to maximize the roof’s lifespan for the lowest possible price and to allow the roof to do what it is designed to do, which is protect the interior of the building and to conserve energy.
Consider this scenario: You buy a new car and plan to drive it everyday for the next 10 years. This is reasonable expectation. However, how would the scenario change if you never thought to check or change the oil in the car? Chances are you would have to replace your car far sooner then 10 years. The same concept applies to your roof. Neither your car nor your roof will operate properly without proper preventive maintenance.
These are some of the causes of roof problems:
- Exposure to extreme weather, such as high winds, lightening, hail, and flooding rains
- Exposure to pollutants and chemicals
- Structural movement of the building
- Unintended biological growth
- Neglect of chronic problems
- Improperly added equipment such as vents, hatches and HVAC units
There are simple measures you can take to prevent problems that could result in costly repairs or replacement. Studies have shown that addressing roofing problems after they occur may cost three times as much as proactive, routine maintenance. Windward can design a Maintenance program, which is tailored to meet your roof’s needs.
A Windward Roofing Maintenance program offers you a choice of either annual or bi-annual visits and includes the following services:
- Clearing all debris from the roof surface
- Checking the drains, penetrations, and wall flashings
- Performing minor repairs
- Addressing any active leaks
- Observing and noting the overall condition of the roof
