Massachusetts Housing Authority Roofing Services
As a housing authority manager, an apartment roof replacement will be necessary at some point. However, knowing what to expect when seeking out a commercial roofing company specializing in Massachusetts housing authority roofing services can make all the difference.
As with all safe and efficient housing, apartment complex roofs need proper maintenance and repair from time to time. Just as single-family home roofs do. However, given the sheer size of apartments and other commercial roofs, apartment roof replacements are clearly much larger projects.
As a property manager, if you notice damage on the roof or signs of leaks and other problems, then it is almost certainly time for an apartment roof replacement.
Working with a commercial roofing company, like CMR, that you can trust with proven experience can save you a lot of money and time in the long run.
Why Apartment Roof Replacement and Repair is Important
As a housing authority, your primary priority are the residents who live at your property. You want to ensure that they are safe and that their living space is well maintained.
To ensure that your commercial roof lasts as long as possible, and to know when to call in the Massachusetts housing authority roofing services professionals, here are four suggestions we recommend you follow:
1 – Have the roof surfaces cleaned yearly
By cleaning out roof surfaces and clearing out debris, you help water drainage remain constant, without clogging. You want to ensure water flow is normal and cleaning regularly ensures there is no blockage or hindrance on water drainage. This one task alone can easily extend the life of your roof. CMR can assist you with regular cleaning.
2 – Be sure to repair damaged roof flashing
Any time there is damage roof flashing, this almost always spells trouble. The reason is that this is often when water leakage begins.
The metal strips that seal around chimneys and roof edges are also vital in maintaining a strong and functioning roof. CMR will monitor these to help you avoid a complete apartment roof replacement. Taking care of minor repairs is one of the best things you can do as a property manager or apartment complex owner.
Hailstorms and strong winds are some of the biggest culprits when it comes to damaged roof flashing. Please see below about calling CMR after one of these storms.
3 – Be aware of wear and tear
This one is pretty simple, but no less important. If you see a curled shingle or worse, missing shingles, you know you have a roof problem. These are clear signs that your apartment roof needs immediate attention.
But sometimes, the signs are not always so clear. A good rule of thumb is that if you suspect there may be some damage, have it checked out by a professional. There is no sense in letting a potential problem get worse.
Having regular roof inspections is a great way to avoid unforeseen roof problems that could cost you big down the road.
4 – Be quick to have a roof inspection after a damaging storm
This ties in to our second point, but whenever you have severe weather, the potential for roof damage exists. Being that the case, you’ll want to have your apartment roof inspected as soon as possible any time there is hail or winds that accompany strong storms.
Leaks after a rainstorm are obvious signs of roof damage, but not all signs are always so obvious. Having a roofing professional evaluate your roof is really the only way to know for sure the type of damage your roof may have sustained after a storm.
The key is to not wait too long. If so, you might end up with even more damage to your roof after the next storm comes by. And that’s a situation no property manager wants to be in.
Call CMR today to discuss your housing authority’s multifamily housing complexes and their roofs. Arrange for us to inspect your building and provide a rapid response quote outlining a cost efficient plant of action.