How to Extend the Life of your Commercial Roof

PRACTICAL TIPS

Create a Roof File
Keep photos, inspection reports, repair invoices, and warranty docs in one place.

Budget for Mid-Life Upgrades
Re-coat SPF, restore metal panels with acrylic/silicone, or overlay single-ply with a cover board + new membrane before leaks multiply.

Control Roof Traffic
Install walk pads and designate service paths; 40 % of punctures trace back to HVAC techs.

Stay Warranty-Compliant
Most manufacturers require at least annual inspections performed by certified contractors.

Plan a 2-Year Horizon
Once a roof passes 80 % of its statistical life, commission a life-cycle cost study comparing repair vs. recover vs. replacement.