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Why is it Important to Maintain My Commercial Roof?

As a commercial property owner, you probably have a lot on your plate each day to think about. Something that may slip your mind is having regular inspections and maintenance done on your commercial roof.

It may seem easier to wait until something big happens but getting ahead of problems saves you the time and money needed to think about your other investments. It is important to maintain your commercial roof because these fall under the building owner’s responsibility. Regular maintenance shows that you are a responsible property owner and that keeping your tenants safe is your number one priority.

The benefits of regular commercial roof maintenance cannot be overstated.

Commercial roofing experts, such as MacDermott Roofing, know exactly what to look for in the event of structural damage on your commercial property. So, let’s look at some reasons why it is important to maintain your commercial roof.

It Saves You Money

One of the primary reasons to get commercial roofing and maintenance done is to save money. A good roof protects the interior from moisture and the elements. An exposed roof is not going to do its job and will continue to drive up HVAC costs until something is done. The money that you have now could be going to other business ventures and duct-taping your way with temporary solutions does not ultimately help you.

A Bad Roof is a Liability

Holes and perforations in the roof’s material allow for things like mold to fester in the building’s walls. When this becomes too abundant, people can get very sick, and mold remediation may have to be done to assess the full scope of the problem. There could be some people sensitive to mold, and you don’t want to be held responsible for their reaction to it–especially if there is a strong case for it.

Maintenance Extends the Lifespan of the Commercial Roof

There are a wide variety of maintenance procedures that you can have done on your commercial property that would extend the lifespan of your roof. Some of these include flashing repairs, recoating, and even seeing if you could use an upgrade! When you maintain your roof on a consistent basis, there is less “out-of-sight-out-of-mind” guessing on whether or not it is currently functioning at its best. Why not call the experts to see how you could benefit from one of our many personalized services?

An Inspection Could Catch Any Design Flaws

Do you notice that your roof has been constantly having problems since the beginning? It could be that your roof was installed improperly, or it is not the right type for your environment. Our commercial roofing team is trained to see flaws like these and offer affordable solutions depending on your budget.

Our dedicated roofing team at MacDermott Roofing comes with years of collective experience performing both complex and simple commercial roofing repairs in the Detroit metro area. Even in the worst seasons of winter, we impress property owners with our skillset and overall positive attitude toward our work. If you need a roof replacement or roof repair, we are ready to assist you. Call us to schedule a roof inspection or by fill out a free consultation form on our website.

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Austin Akers

Austin oversees commercial roofing projects across Southeast Michigan for MacDermott Roofing. He is passionate about building strong client relationships, leading successful projects, and delivering high-quality roofing solutions. His commitment to hard work, communication, and customer service helps ensure every project is completed to the highest standard.

Julia Hicks

Julia has 15+ years experience in various professional capacities and industries focused on process improvement, people management, customer service and project management. She began her career at MacDermott as a Service Coordinator and Human Resource Manager. She is now our Operations Manager focusing on overseeing all aspects of our installation and service departments.

David Chene

David has been with MacDermott Roofing for more than 25 years. He is our chief estimator, dedicated to serving our customer’s needs and managing existing accounts for the benefit of our customers. He has experience with new construction and existing projects, private customer, and general contractors.

David M. Wilson

David has 35 Years of experience in the Metro Detroit construction industry, including 20 years with a mid-sized general contractor as Executive Vice President. 7 yrs as the owner of a land development company specializing in Urban infill mid-rise developments. 10 yrs as an independent construction consultant focused on Strategic Planning, Project Management, Dispute resolution, and Claims management.