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Maintenance Programs

| Roof Maintenance in Cambridge

What Affects the Longevity of a Roof?

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  • Exposure to the elements and pollutants
  • Plant and algae growth: animal invasions
  • Structural settlement and expansion/contraction
  • Inadequate building design, eg. poor drainage or flashing deficiencies
  • Manufacture defects
  • Delaying in the fixing of minor problem
  • Changing the use of the building
  • Not getting around to doing the roof maintenance

| Cost Efficient Maintenance Programs

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Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. offers a range of services to maintain your roof and extend the lifespan of the roof. We work all year round to install or repair roofs in Cambridge, Brantford and the surrounding area. In fact, some roofs are  better to install in cold weather.   The   shield   on  the  left   symbolizes    our  

commitment   to   our  customers,both in terms of protecting their roofs but also in protecting their investments. Simply put, maintenance programs reap returns for our customers both in money saved and in adding to the life span of the roof.

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Please Contact Us to learn more about our roof maintenance in Cambridge.

| Commercial Roof Maintenance 

Damage to your roof can cause disruptions to your business and even lead to liabilities. Routine maintenance services will nip any issues in the bud, and make your commercial roof last long. It will reduce roof issues such as moisture damage, drainage problems, or leaking protrusions. A well-maintained roof will also leave a positive impression on your clients and customers, helping you avoid unnecessary downtime and costly repairs. 

 

Would you like to know more about our commercial roof maintenance in Cambridge? Please Reach Out to us. We also offer Roof Repairs.  

| Residential Flat Roof Maintenance 

Your roof is a crucial support for your home's structure. Our roof maintenance services will help you keep your flat roof in top condition all year round. We will take care of the early signs of any problems, such as structural damage, and help you get the most out of your flat roof. 

 

Please Contact Us if you require residential flat roof maintenance in Cambridge.  

| Expert and Reliable Roofing Services

Sometimes it starts with a drip. Or maybe it starts with debris littering your and/or your neighbour's yard. Maybe you get asked, "When was the last time someone checked out the roof?". Whatever the reason, owners come to realize that they need to have repairs done to their building's roof or projections such as cones or curbs. Want to have your repair last, not have to repeatedly call to have repairs done again or simply want to have a cost-efficient maintenance service? The answer is simple. Give Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. a Phone Call.

| Our Roof Maintenance Programs 

We provide roof maintenance on several levels. These include: 

| Level 1: GVRoofing's Basic Preventative Maintenance Program

Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. provides digital images of areas of concern and the existing roof condition (up to 100 000 sq. ft.). For larger building call for a quote. Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. includes the following areas in their basic inspection list to which items can be added or removed:

  • Inspect entire roof for major blisters, membrane ridges, punctures and bare felt areas

  • Re-pour all bare felt areas (up to 100 sq. ft.)

  • Inspect all expansion joints and/or control joints and reseal any open-end laps with mesh and mastic

  • Refill all plastic boxes (pitch pans) with mastic

  • Clean all debris around scuppers and drains

  • Correct ballast displacement on single ply and insulated roof membranes (maximum 150 sq. ft.)
  • Caulk all storm collar details.
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Failure to maintain drains can lead to flooding and premature roof failure.

Building inspections are carried out by our trained and experienced professional roofers. Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. works with the client to generate a list of elements to be checked on and around the roof and inside the building. A comprehensive report is provided profiling the state of the roof, future repair estimates and recommendations. While twice a year evaluations are recommended, they should also be considered after major weather events such as heavy rains, major winds and storms.

| Level 2: GVRoofing's Better Preventative Maintenance Program

Every roof and roofing system is different. Therefore, every Maintenance Program Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. creates is designed for a specific roof. Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. begins with a list  of  common  elements  to which  items  are  added  and removed to reflect that specific roof. Common items on the list may include:

  • All the services found in Level 1  Program, plus
  • Inspect roof edges, metal work, parapets, adjoining walls and curbs
  • Inspect and locate damaged gas line supports (maximum of 8)
  • Inspect and caulk and/or refasten all metal counter flashing details
  • Check and repair minor issues with equipment pads and supports and roof penetrations (pipes and cones) 
  • cones) Make small repairs to control and/or expansion joints
  • Make small repairs to control and/or expansion joints
  • Make small repairs to blisters, cracked membrane, crocodiling and punctures
  • Report any issues to building management.
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It takes experience and training to be able to find leaks.

Grand Valley Roofing has produced a collection of various roofing videos. You are welcome to look through them by using the link below. This will take you to YouTube in a seperate window.

| Level 3: GVRoofing's Best Preventative Maintenance Program

Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. believes in a find and repair early approach to increasing the life of a roof, thus reducing the need for emergency repairs. Hidden leaks produce hidden damage. While Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. can make repairs to the roofing surfaces, maintenance programs cannot restore a neglected roof to new condition. Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. provides qualified roofing repairs authorized by the roofing system manufactures that include:

  • Our Best Program includes all the services in Level 1 and Level 2 Program, plus

  • Install patio stones, with protective pads, in corners to reduce damage from wind scouring (maximum 4)

  • Inspect roof walkways for good functioning padding systems and structural integrity

  • Examine any rooftop spills for corrosion of roof membrane and report possible corrective action needed (Provide information of clean-up costs.)

  • Examine roof hatches for structural integrity

  • Investigate water pooling and provide possible corrective action (Additional costs may apply.)

  • Provide a digital pictures of work done and work that needs to be done with projected costs.

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Repairing a roof membrane to prevent leaking.

 

Over 90% of premature roof system failures and leaks occur at the roof details such as parapets, drains, protrusions and metal edging. An inspection can help locate these possible problems before they lead to premature roof failures.

| For Roofs That Last the Longest

With decades of experience in the roofing industry in Cambridge, Grand Valley Roofing & Coatings Inc. stands as a paragon of excellence. Our dedicated staff is driven by a passion to deliver exceptional services. Would you like our experts to work on our roof? Please reach out to us today.

Choose our roof maintenance services in Cambridge to extend your roof's lifespan.

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