Batten down the hatches - there are storms a-brewing!

‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ is the title of a 1960’s fantasy novel by Ray Bradbury. It also may well be a prediction of the upcoming storm season this summer according to many of the leading national weather services and meteorologists. The currently strong El Nino weather pattern, in combination with climate change, is predicted to provoke dangerous weather events throughout North America that are more intense and frequent. Dangerous summer storms producing tornadoes in the Midwest and Southeast, extreme heat and drought in the West and an amped-up hurricane season along the Atlantic coast are all major concerns for this Summer and into early Fall.

What can a facility manager do to minimize or prevent any potential damage to their building’s first line of defense - the roof? Preparedness is the operative word. Being proactive now before the next storm season approaches may help to prevent downtime to business operations due to storm related roof damage. Scheduling a detailed roof inspection before the upcoming storm season may help discover defects that could become potentially catastrophic if not corrected.

Items you should inspect include:

• ✔ All Metal edge details to ensure everything is properly secured, fastened and caulked
• ✔ The roof’s drainage system to ensure drains, gutters and downspouts are free and clear from any debris
• ✔ All rooftop projections and skylights, making sure they are properly secured and sealed
• ✔ The entire roof system to determine if it is in good condition, properly attached in all places and ready to withstand rough weather conditions
• ✔ Making sure the overall roof is free and clear from any potential projectiles

Any areas of concern discovered during the inspection, if not properly remedied, could become a water intrusion which could cause extensive damage to the building’s interior. After completing the inspection, CentiMark will provide a detailed written assessment of the roof along with photographs documenting any areas of concern as well as estimates for any of the recommendations. If the defects noted are extensive, CentiMark can provide both repair and replacement solutions.

Having a pre-storm roof inspection and getting any needed repairs completed prior to this Summer’s storm season will help ensure your roof is ready to perform its primary function, protecting your business, its assets and employees! 

Weather is unpredictable. In the event nature’s fury still wreaks havoc on your roof, partnering with CentiMark will ensure roof emergencies are handled 24/7 and temporary repairs are completed to get your building watertight as quickly as possible before a permanent solution can be accomplished. 

Contact us today for your pre-storm inspection: https://www.centimark.com/contact