The Importance of Regular Industrial Roof Maintenance

The Importance of Regular Industrial Roof Maintenance

April 03, 2023

Maintaining a roof is an important part of looking after a building, keeping it safe and fully functional. In an industrial environment, safety is of the utmost importance; in addition, repairs to large industrial buildings can become very expensive if they fall into disrepair.

These are some of the key reasons to undertake regular industrial roof maintenance:

1. Insurance. When roofs are damaged or unsafe, you may no longer be covered by your property’s insurance policy. Most policies will outline regular maintenance that needs to take place – check your policy in detail to ensure you can meet your obligations in full. If you don’t abide by the conditions of your insurance policy, you will not be able to make a claim, which could affect your whole property and not just the roof.
2. Safety. Any maintenance issue can pose a serious safety problem in an industrial environment. The roof is of particular concern due to the danger of falling debris, or the risk of the roof collapsing if problems persist and become serious.
3. Cost-effectiveness. Roofs are often expensive to look after as access can be challenging, with scaffolding required in many situations. However, maintaining an industrial roof and keeping it in good condition is going to be far more cost effective than fixing a major problem that develops due to lack of maintenance. As discussed, if the roof has not been properly maintained, it may not be possible to make insurance claims, resulting in an even more costly process. It always pays to keep roofs in good condition through regular maintenance.
4. Insulation. Roof damage can have a bearing on the whole building’s insulation, affecting energy efficiency and making it more expensive to heat. In a large industrial unit, costs can quickly add up when insulation is poor.
5. Property maintenance. The condition of the roof can have important implications for the whole building. For example, roof damage could lead to water ingress, structural damage or damp problems, particularly if roof debris is blocking drains and gutters.

Regular roof maintenance will be much cheaper than fixing major structural damage – in the worst case scenario, the building may end up needing maintenance work as well as a full roof replacement. Inspections will identify any issues early on, allowing you to intervene before serious problems develop.

Talk to the experts at Durasteel roofing if you would like any support with industrial roof maintenance. We have specialist knowledge of industrial roofs and can assess their condition quickly and cost effectively, advising on any maintenance that’s required. Call 0845 8807 007 or send us a message.