Repairing An Old Roof - How To Spot Problems

07 Apr

A roof in bad condition will certainly lead to expensive and troublesome problems for the rest of your building, whether it is your home, or a large commercial property. So keeping a close eye on the condition of your roof, particularly an old roof, should be an essential part of your building maintenance routine.

Most roof repairs will require the services of professionals, and Access Maintenance Solutions has the necessary experience and equipment to carry out safe and efficient roof repairs. To check whether you need to call in the experts, follow these few simple steps to spot early signs that your roof may be in need of repair.

Firstly, safety should be your prime consideration, so give your roof a visual health check from the ground, using binoculars if possible. Check for signs of missing or damaged tiles, areas of discolouration, or lifting or damaged roof fabrics. This could indicate that the surface of your roof has suffered some weather damage, and could already be leaking. Check the ground around the building for signs that pieces of tile, or other roofing materials have become dislodged.

Secondly, where possible, look at the underside of your roof, from inside the building. Any signs of water ingress should immediately prompt a call to the experts. Even if no leaks have occurred, visible signs of damage to roof coverings should be acted on promptly, to prevent further, more expensive damage at a later date. If they are visible, look at the condition of roofing timbers. Any signs of damage should be attended to without delay, as damaged timbers are likely to weaken your roof. If you can see daylight through your roof, this is a sign that something is very wrong, and you will almost certainly need to think about roof repairs.

A roof problem will never improve with age, and an unexpected storm may turn a small issue into a major incident. Access Maintenance Solutions Ltd has a wide experience of carrying out roof repairs and maintenance to buildings ranging from a simple home, to a large commercial building, so if in doubt about the condition of your roof, give the experts at Access Maintenance Solutions Ltd a call.