Do you think your flat membrane roof is in need of repair or replacement? Despite possessing many advantages over sloped roofs, flat membrane roofs are more vulnerable to water pooling, water leakage, and rips or tears in the materials, such as, PVC. Because of this, it is important to routinely check on your flat roof for any signs of wear or tear. If neglected, you could be subjecting your home and it’s residents to water damage or mold growth! Here are the top signs that you need to repair or replace your flat membrane roof!
1. Water Ponding
If you see any pools of water sitting on your flat membrane roof for more than a day, it can become a problem sooner than you think. Water ponding is a direct cause of leaks that can lead to wet insulation and/or structural damage to your home. If you think you’re off the hook because you maintain your flat membrane roof very often, you are wrong. Maintenance is extremely important, but if there are actual key complications to your flat roof, it is imperative that you replace or repair it.
2. Rips or Tears in the Materials or Seams
Like sloped roofs, flat membrane roofs are just as susceptible to damage by debris, animals, or weather. If flat membrane roof material is significantly affected by any of the listed, it can turn into a large rip or tear. This leaves your home vulnerable to water leaks, mold growth, and structural damage.
3. “Alligatoring”
If you notice that your flat membrane roof has little bumps and bubbles on its surface, it is most likely “alligatoring.” This means that not only is your flat membrane roof old, but it has lost it’s elasticity and needs a complete replacement.
