Many commercial building owners choose flat roofs to stand guard atop their facilities. Flat roofs have their pros and cons, with the cons typically requiring the flat roof repair services of an expert roofing contractor.
When flat roof troubles arise, building owners in the Columbus, OH, area can count on the topnotch services of Five Star Commercial Roofing. Give us a call today at 888-740-2070 to schedule a free, no-obligation professional roofing assessment! One of our expert roofing technicians will visit your building free of charge and meticulously inspect your roofing asset, pinpointing any problems and providing you with information on the best solutions to address them.
Flat Roof Pros/Cons
Various factors make flat roofs an appealing option for building owners. One of the standout assets of a flat roof is its relatively low cost compared to other roof types, and for most building owners, money talks. A flat roof is also much easier to access and maintain, due to its very low pitch. Installing and servicing equipment like solar panels and HVAC systems, cleaning gutters, and repairing the roof are much easier because of this. An added bonus is that facilities like storage units, lounge areas and even gardens can be located on a flat roof, as the relative flatness of the roof makes it essentially an extra usable floor on the building.
For all of these benefits, flat roofs are also susceptible to certain problems, including:
- Drainage issues: Flat roofs do not drain as efficiently as pitched roofs, and this can lead to the development of ponding water (water that remains on a roof for 48 hours of longer) and can ultimately cause the roofing materials to break down.
- Leaks: Flat roofs are no strangers to developing leaks, and leaking can occur most particularly along the roof seams.
- Stability issues: For an expansive flat roof especially, stability problems can become a factor. Following heavy rainfall or snowfall, the weight of the precipitation can cause a flat roof to buckle.
Your Roof Is in Expert Hands!
No matter what type of roof you have or what kinds of problems it has developed, the team of professionals at Five Star Commercial Roofing is here to set things right again! We service all commercial roof types and bring outstanding expertise to each and every job.
Give us a call today at (888) 740-2070 to schedule a free, no-obligation roofing assessment, and experience the Five Star difference for yourself!