The goal of a warranty is to ensure a quality roof installation that provides long-term performance. But a warranty alone has never kept a building dry.
The best way to guarantee long-term performance once a roof is in place is to develop a comprehensive roof management plan. An effective plan includes periodic inspections, maintenance/repairs, and it promotes a proactive approach to guarantee long-term performance.
Consider this: Roof systems with no maintenance last 9 to 12 years on average, according to the National Roofing Contractors Association. A properly maintained roof system will provide service life that is more than double the time of a one that is not.
Roof management programs should include establishing a historical record, performing regular roof inspections, establishing routine maintenance programs, and developing policies and procedures to implement the program.
Managers should know the location of their warranty documents and refer to them periodically. Many manufacturers figure that 50 percent of managers either lose or forget about written warranties, which only benefits them. With RAMCON, we always keep a file on hand, so if you ever need it, it’s available immediately.
Regular roof inspections can identify small problems before they develop into leaks or become catastrophes. Manufacturers often recommend inspecting roofs at least twice annually, with corrective action taken on the deficiencies that exist.
A warranty includes both limitations and benefits, but it is not a substitute for proper roof design, quality installation, and a proactive roof management program. Give us a call and we’ll do a complimentary inspection and provide a comprehensive analysis of your roof with one of our signature roof maintenance programs; showing you the ‘math’ on the savings that exists in reduced leak expenses and extended roof service life. When it comes to the best proactive roof management, Florida’s top building owners and managers consistently turn to our pros at RAMCON.
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