Steps to Create a Roof Asset Management Program

Part 1: The Importance of Roof Maintenance

Part 2: Collect Written Roof Documentation

Part 3: Maintain Roof Data Electronically

Part 4: Survey All Roofs

Part 5: Prepare Roof Condition Report and Priorities

Part 6: Implement Scheduled Roof Repairs

Part 7: Perform Semi-annual Roof Inspection

Perform Semi-annual Roof Inspection

By Edis T. Oliver - July 2008

The National Roofing Contractors Association recommends inspecting all roofs twice each year, once after the hottest weather and again after the coldest weather. It is these weather cycles that induce the most thermal stresses on roofs and manifest the greatest damage. Roofs should also be inspected after any major weather event, such as high winds or hail. The inspection report should classify distresses as follows:

1. Damage caused by storms
2. Warranty repairs
3. Housekeeping and cleaning
4. Repairs to be paid for by owner

Routine maintenance should be performed regularly, thereby correcting deficiencies disclosed by the inspections. All maintenance and repair work orders and payments should be entered into the client’s database.

Edis T. Oliver, P.E., is a principal with Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, and has 35 years experience in the roofing industry. He is past president of the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas and the Central Texas Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors.

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