Your commercial roofing in St. Louis takes the brunt of wear and tear from the elements. Gradually that protection starts to break down, and you can end up with problems. If your roof starts to leak, there are a few preliminary steps you can take to protect your investment.
Risk Assessment
First, you need to assess how much a risk to your business the leak will cause. If you have expensive equipment inside the building where the water is coming in, the risk can be high. You also need to identify any potential damage or safety concerns that might result from the leak. If it’s in a high-traffic area, it’s best to put out signs and cones to prevent accidents.
Locate the Source
Secondly, find the source of the leak. The water coming in is not always from rain or snow on the roof; it can be a pipe or your AC unit leaking. Explore the possibilities before assuming the problem is with the roofing system.
Call In Your Roofer
Finally, if the issue is your roof and you’ve determined the location and mitigated risk, call your commercial roofer. They’ll be able to assess the situation and suggest a solution.
