Roof leaks can develop for many reasons such as improper installation, design and maintenance. No matter the cause, roof leaks can be destructive and costly. Moisture and water that enters a flat roof system can often times remain and rarely dries. The trapped moisture causes the roof materials to degrade and the roof to fail prematurely.
It is recommended that an infrared scan, a non-destructive detection of moisture, be conducted within the first year after completion of installation to determine how well the system is performing. This first year inspection can help determine if moisture was built into the roof system during installation. This timeframe would allow repairs to be done and taken care of within the warranty period provided by the roofer.
Infrared scans should be part of your roof maintenance management system and conducted periodically depending on the age of the roof. Such inspections can pickup moisture problems while still manageable, prevent costly repairs and maintain the thermal value of the roofing system.
Infrared scanning is just one of the many preventative services offered by Jottan. For more information, visit www.jottan.com or call (800) 364-4234.