Having a business alone can be expensive and business owners have to learn of ways to save money on inventory, products and everything else that goes along with running a business. But do you think about how to save money on having an expensive expenditure for your roof? Here are some times that can help save money when having to get a new roofing system for your flat roof.
Maintenance
The best way to save money on getting a new roofing system is to maintain your current roof and its system. Without a good maintenance plan in place the roof can begin to fall apart very quickly with less attention than it needs. You can talk to a roofing contractor and they can help you implement a plan based on your roof. The next thing you know you can have a big repair that needs attending or worse the roof is in need of a tear off.
Repairs
When your roof develops a problem it is important that you contact a roofing contractor to evaluate the issue sand come up with a solution. The longer a repair that needs attending doesn’t get fixed the worse and more problems it can cause until it is too late and the damage is so bad a total tear off is required. Once the insulation and decking gets ruined the cost of replacing goes up. That is why it is important to check your roof more often and have a maintenance plan in place.
Inspection
It is generally a good idea to at least have an annual inspection by a professional roofing contractor with lots of experience on commercial flat roofs. They can see where there may be possible problems that building owners do not realize. The best time to have an inspection is in the spring time right after all the snow/ice is gone and temperatures are warmer near 70’s.
Right Roofing System
There are many roofing systems out there for flat roofs. The best that we most commonly install for customers is Duro-Last. Why is that? Because with Duro-Last roofing system can be applied overtop of the existing roof. So to save on some money there is no tear off costs. This can lower the amount you will pay for a new roofing system. Another reason is that this roofing system has money savings in it as a cool roof system plus there are rebates with Energizing Indiana. The system is easy to install and unless your roof is in need of a tear off the cost is lower.
Everyone is looking for ways to save money these days and these tips can help you to save money on your next commercial roofing system and enjoy the system for 20+ years. Fall is coming quickly if you have not had your roof inspected yet this year, it’s a good idea to get it done now before the winter catches you off guard. Give us a call to schedule your roof inspection.
