How To Prevent Common Flat Roof Problems

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While not all the problems that affect flat roofs can be avoided – there is not much that anyone can do about strong hail and tornadoes –, there are many issues that can be prevented – here are some:

  • Ponding water – flat roofs do not drain as efficiently as sloping roofs, ponding water (water that accumulates and stays on the roof for more than 48 hours) being among the most common issues that affect flat structures. Ponding water can be very harmful for your roof, but it can be prevented by ensuring the roof is installed by an experienced professional, by making sure that the drainage system attached to the roof is correctly sized and installed and by regularly maintaining the roof and the gutter system as well;
  • Alligatoring – when the roof is exposed to rain, harsh sunshine or debris for too long, its surface might crack and become similar to the alligator’s skin. Some of the best roofers Pensacola FL has say that the problem can be prevented by treating the roof with the right type of protective coating and by reapplying the coating at the intervals specified in the product manual;
  • Blistering – blisters are caused by air or moisture becoming trapped under the roofing membrane. The best way to prevent the problem is with regular cleaning to remove the moss or other debris that does not let the roof surface dry and breathe properly.

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