What You Need to Know About Summer Heat And Your Commercial Roof

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COMMERCIAL ROOF DAMAGE FROM EXTREME HEAT

California summer and the extreme heat it can bring is just around the corner and it can be damaging to your Los Angeles County commercial roof. Most Southern California commercial roofs are hit hard by summer heat waves and if you are not prepared, it could cause serious damage to your roofing system. From damage from UV rays, to water and humidity damage, extreme heat can wreak havoc on your roofing system. As extreme heat may force you to need a new roof replacement sooner than anticipated, especially if it’s not well taken care of, ignoring the problem can be dangerous for your property and also a costly, unnecessary expense you may not have budgeted for.

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CALIFORNIA COMMERCIAL ROOF FOR SUMMER HEAT

The best way to avoid a problem with your commercial roofing system is to be prepared. Full roof inspections internally and externally will help you prepare for the hot summer heat. Typically, roof exposure over a period can weaken your roof system and its ability to serve as a barrier.

Working with an experienced, trusted, certified roof contractor will help identify potential roof issues.

A professional Commercial Roofing Inspection can identify potential issues:

  • Cracks, blisters, or punctures in the roof membrane

  • Discolored or water-stained walls and ceilings

  • Cracks in walls and parapets

  • Raised or deteriorated areas on the walls below the roof deck

  • Nails or screws coming through the membrane

  • Loose, damaged, or buckled flashing

  • Damaged or missing caulking along masonry panel joints

  • Gaps in caulking around any units on the roof (chimney or HVAC)

  • Bald or bare spots where UV reflective granules are missing

Don’t Let Extreme Summer Heat Destroy Your Commercial Roof

While your commercial roof can survive many summers without trouble, without proper maintenance and roof repairs, your roof’s condition and longevity may not live up to your expectations.

If your commercial roof is due for professional service, check us out at Stone Roofing Company. With over 80 year’s experience and know-how, our roofing specialists understand the importance of proper roof maintenance as well as provide exceptional services to achieve it. Anyone interested can feel free to request our services to strengthen and maintain their roofs with roofers you can trust!

BOOK YOUR FREE ROOFING INSPECTION BEFORE THE HEAT OF SUMMER IS IN FULL FORCE

Regular roof inspections before the heat of summer will allow you to identify any of these problems before the heat arrives. You have time to get roof damage repaired to make sure that your roof will be able to withstand summer heat. Roofing inspection and regular roof maintenance is also the best way to extend the life of your commercial roofing, so you get the most from your investment. When you are looking for a roofing company for an inspection or repair, be sure to choose a qualified, licensed and experienced commercial roofing contractor to ensure all potential problems are identified and fixed correctly.

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GET YOUR LOS ANGELES COUNTY COMMERCIAL ROOF SUMMER-READY!

Call Stone Roofing Company today to schedule a roofing inspection and we will get your commercial roof summer-ready before it is too late.

1-800-31-STONE

Can a “Cool Roofing” Material help combat Summer Heat?

Yes! By reducing the heat absorbed, a “cool roof” system will work more efficiently cutting down on energy costs. 

As shown in photo below, highly reflective Rock-It Adhesive can be used as a cold applied aggregate surfacing adhesive with white marble aggregate embedded to ensure a strong, fully reflective surfacing. Bright white gravel surfacing combines the durability and weatherproofing aspects of gravel-surfaced roof systems with the benefits of a “Cool Roof” system, such as lower energy costs, reduced carbon output and less strain on a building’s HVAC system. 

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