{"id":1628,"date":"2024-03-24T13:15:17","date_gmt":"2024-03-24T20:15:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sdshail.com\/?p=1628"},"modified":"2024-03-27T14:41:56","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T21:41:56","slug":"top-causes-of-flat-roof-damage-in-tucson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sdshail.com\/top-causes-of-flat-roof-damage-in-tucson\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Causes of Flat Roof Damage in Tucson"},"content":{"rendered":"
The Tucson and Pima County area has a lot to boast about. Being local residents ourselves, our team at Storm Damage Specialists (SDS) is particularly fond of our little slice of desert. However, residents and business owners know this area also comes with its share of challenges, and flat roofs are no exception!<\/p>\n
If you are experiencing flat roof issues, there could be a number of causes. SDS is here to break down potential sources of damage so you can get it addressed quickly with minimal impact on your operations and your wallet.<\/p>\n
As a business owner, you know the importance of a sturdy and reliable roof over your head. However, you may not be aware that one of the most powerful forces of nature, the sun, can wreak havoc on your commercial flat roof. The extremely powerful infrared radiation (IR) and ultraviolet light (UV) emitted by the sun are the primary culprits behind this damage.<\/p>\n
Infrared radiation has the potential to cause significant shifts in the temperature of your roof. It\u2019s not uncommon for the sun\u2019s IR radiation to heat the surface of your roof to over 150\u00b0 F during the scorching summer days, only to plummet to under 90\u00b0 within 8 to 12 hours when night falls. This temperature roller coaster forces your roof to expand with the heat and contract with the coolness. The constant strain of expansion and contraction can result in the failure of the membrane, flashings, and fasteners if they loosen or crack due to this repeated stress.<\/p>\n
Ultraviolet light is another solar offender. UV light can sap the moisture out of your commercial roof, which may lead to cracks and, if left unaddressed, larger issues down the line. Commercial roofing systems, such as asphalt roofs or built-up (BUR) roofs, are especially vulnerable to UV light oxidation. In some cases, the BUR system may even melt and thin. If the asphalt begins to break down, the rest of the roof system is at risk.<\/p>\n
The severe storms we see in Arizona can cause significant damage to flat roofs made from TPO, PVC, EPDM, modified bitumen, and others. When hail, whether pea-sized or as large as a baseball, strikes, it can leave divots. These divots can stretch and cause leaks during heavy rainfall if left unchecked.<\/p>\n