by Conach Marketing GroupCommercial Roof Assessments Prior to Purchase
Roof consultants aren’t just valuable when your roofing system needs repair or replacement, but also prior to purchasing your commercial building. Before buying, it’s natural to want a comprehensive, accurate, and in-depth understanding of the current state of a building’s roof, and a qualified and trusted roofing consultant will be able to give you unbiased insight prior to purchase.
Longevity
One of your chief concerns before purchasing a commercial building is likely how long your roof’s service life is before you’ll have to budget for a complete replacement. Depending on the size, shape, and complexity of your roof, a replacement can be a costly undertaking that must be budgeted for well in advance. A roofing consultant will be able to identify where the current roof is at in its service life and identify other pressing structural concerns that may impact the overall integrity of the building. These concerns might be unseen to the naked eye or missed by contractors, but a consultant with your best interests in mind is able to provide impartial insight about the roof’s condition and its likely longevity.
Repairs/Maintenance
Longevity isn’t the only concern when inspecting a commercial roof. It’s also important to identify what regular maintenance has been performed on the building’s roofing system, and what repairs will be necessary sooner rather than later. Even if a replacement is far in the future, these short-term repairs can still have hefty price tags. Having in-depth knowledge of when repairs will be needed, and how extensive they will be, can be massively beneficial prior to purchasing a building. Roofing consultants are able to utilize superior technology to identify underlying concerns that may exist, thus providing you the most accurate insight into what work will need to be performed after purchase.
Warranty Specifications
Like any other aspect of a commercial building, the warranty on the roof is a critical consideration before purchase. A qualified roofing consultant will be able to provide a thorough analysis of whether the roof is in compliance with its pre-existing warranty, whether inspections are up to date, and how many years remain on the warranty. These can be important factors to consider before purchase, as they can greatly impact your budget in the coming years.
Purchasing a commercial building is not only a huge decision, but also a major investment. A trusted roofing consultant will ensure that you have all the tools, information, and insight necessary to make sure that investment is a solid one.
As an independent owner-advocate, BTA analyzes and manages your roof asset to reduce costs, lower disruptions to operations, improve safety, and prolong roof life. Contact us to discuss your roof management needs at https://www.btaworldwide.com/.