Roof Inspection as the First Step of Your Phoenix Foam Roof Maintenance
Foam roofing continues to be one of the best roofing options available. Though its popularity is on the rise, there are still many people who do not know very much about foam roof maintenance. There is also a lot of misinformation out there. Foam roof maintenance is actually easier than people think, but it’s also an important step for making sure your foam roof lasts as long as possible. Our technicians at Foam Experts Roofing will work with you on your foam roof inspections so that we can make sure it looks great, works perfectly, and lasts a reasonable amount of time.
The Basics
Many people don’t realize how durable foam roofing can be, but the fact is that one of these roofs can last 25 to 30 years, so long as there is appropriate foam roof repair and maintenance. The most important thing you must maintain is the elastomeric coating. The foam itself will suffer damage and degrade if it gets too much ultraviolet light, but the coating protects it from the sun and other elements. This coating will wear down over time, so it’s very important that you do regular foam roof maintenance. Typically, you will want to replace the coating after the first five years, and then every five or ten years after that. Foam roof inspection is an important part of proper maintenance. You must regularly check that your coating is not wearing thin.
How to Do a Foam Roof Inspection
Inspecting your roof is rather simple, but before you do so, you should make sure you can safely get on your roof and walk across it. If you are not physically able to do so, you will be much better off calling a professional. It isn’t worth risking injury or death when a technician can quickly come and do routine foam roof inspections for you.
When you are walking along a foam roof, walk carefully just as you would atop any other type of roof. Some believe that foam roofs are easy to dent or damage when walking on top of them, but this isn’t true. They can withstand as much as 40 pounds per square inch, so walking is completely fine. Just be careful if you have any sharp objects, because these can create holes and would require foam roof repair.
What to Look For
When doing a foam roof inspection, look for any debris or detritus on the roof. Things like branches, bird nests, and anything else should be removed. If these decompose on the roof, they could deteriorate the coating or the foam material.
You will also want to inspect the roof itself. The texture should be like that of a basketball. Any holes or loose sections are a sign of deterioration. If you see that the liner has been completely worn away, you will want to call a professional immediately, so that they can handle the foam roof repair. At Foam Experts Roofing, we can help you with every step of your foam roof maintenance. Please let us know how we can help.
