Articles tagged flat roof issues. Sellers Roofing installs and repairs commercial flat roof systems (TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen) across Saint Paul, MN — GAF certified, union crews (Local 96 Roofers).
Yes. 50 mph winds can damage a commercial roof, especially if the roof is older, loose at the edges, or already weakened by leaks, wet insulation, or failed seams. On flat and low-slope systems, wind often lifts corners, edge metal, and membrane seams first. Even when damage looks minor, water can get in and turn…
Storm damage to a roof refers to sudden, weather-related impacts that affect how the roof performs or protects the building. On commercial roofing systems, this can include hail damage (bruising or punctures), lifted seams, torn flashing, wind uplift, debris impact, and new leaks after rainfall. Damage caused by age, lack of maintenance, or normal wear…
Yes, infrared scans can often find likely wet insulation on EPDM roofs by showing temperature differences between damp and dry areas, usually after sunset. Still, a scan is not final proof. The best practice is to confirm suspicious spots with a roof inspection, moisture testing, and a few small core samples. That distinction matters to…
Bathroom fan roof vent leaks usually show up as ceiling stains, drips at the fan grille, wet insulation, or rust around the roof cap. In Minnesota, snow, ice, and freeze-thaw cycles often crack flashing or sealant around the vent, so a small drip can point to a bigger roof issue fast. When This Applies This…
You detect a built-up roof leak without core cuts by layering built-up roof leak detection methods, not by guessing. Start with interior leak mapping, inspect the roof surface, scan for trapped moisture with infrared, confirm wet areas with a moisture meter, and use electronic leak detection when the roof surface allows it. That usually narrows…
To detect a modified bitumen roof leak, inspect seams, flashings, blisters, splits, drains, and ponding areas, then confirm hidden moisture with infrared scanning, electronic testing, or small test cuts. Don’t trust the interior drip alone, because water often travels under the membrane before it shows inside. A ceiling stain is like smoke, not the fire….
Yes, in many cases you can detect a commercial roof leak detection issue without shutting down the building. The safest approach is to map interior signs, inspect the roof surface, use infrared moisture scanning, and confirm problem areas with low-voltage electronic testing. That keeps disruption low and helps crews target the real leak, not just…
Good flat roof leak detection starts inside the building, then moves to the roof surface, moisture mapping, and final confirmation testing. White coatings can hide small cracks, failed seams, and wet insulation under a clean-looking surface, so visual checks alone often miss the source. Infrared scans, electronic testing, and moisture probes usually give the clearest…
Usually, a yellow ceiling stain means moisture got in at some point, but it isn’t always an active roof leak. If the stain is growing, feels damp, or shows up after rain or snowmelt, treat it as a current leak until proven otherwise. If it’s dry, crisp-edged, and hasn’t changed in months, it may be…
Short answer: To detect a TPO roof leak at termination bars, start by tracing interior stains to the nearest roof edge or parapet. Then inspect the termination line for cracked sealant, loose fasteners, membrane shrinkage, and wall gaps. Confirm hidden moisture with infrared or electronic testing, because water often travels inside the roof assembly before…
To detect a commercial roof scupper leak, trace water from the inside out, then confirm the source at the roof edge. Start by mapping interior stains, inspect the scupper opening and roof flashing, and check the roof membrane upslope where water feeds the scupper. Finish with a controlled water test or professional moisture testing to…
A professional roof inspection and roof leak detection report for insurance should be performed by a licensed, insured commercial roofing professional (or an independent roof consultant) who can document cause, location, and extent of damage with photos, test results, and clear repair scope. Avoid relying on maintenance staff or a general handyman. Insurers want credible…
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