Almost every roof has at least one plumbing pipe, flashing and a change in plane. Many have skylights. And if there’s a problem, it will usually involve one or more of these four elements.
Our Commercial Roofing Division is trained and experienced in every aspect of roof construction, from re-roofing to new construction; with special attention given to ensuring your roof investment meets its manufacturer’s life expectancy.
• The leak – A roof can look good, but leak. Or, it can look bad, but not leak. Also, roofs can be frustrating because leaks don’t always come straight through. Often water will penetrate at one place, run along felt paper until it finds an opening; turn and run along the plywood until it finds another opening. The leak is not necessarily above a stain. What looks like a roof leak can be a gutter or siding issue.
Residential Roof Repair
Is your roof leaking? Don’t let that leak become a need for a new roof – call us today for your emergency roof repair needs. We’ll come out and inspect your roof, then let you know what you can expect in terms of time and cost.
Residential Roof Replacement/Installation
Often old flashing can be re-used (depending on condition) without failure, but it is wise to inspect reused flashing carefully and to warn the customer of the potential for failure. Copper can develop pinholes, but typically outlasts an asphalt shingle roof. The downside is that it may have been reused for several roof installations. Heavy roof cement around flashing indicates previous leaking. A roof cement patch will typically last three to four years. Remember, roof cement is not a substitute for flashing.
Commercial Roof Repair
RC Roofing is a full service Commercial Roofing Contractor with the ability to design and install any type of professional roofing system for your building.
Commercial Roof Replacement/Installation
Commercial Roofing is a major investment. Our team is ready to help you choose the right roofing system and materials so your company will gain the greatest life expectancy from your investment.
Residential Roof Inspection
All roofs in San Diego need repair or replacement sooner or later. Regular maintenance such as cleaning eaves and drains can help prolong the life of your roof. Periodic roof inspections will help you spot developing problems before they cause costly damage to your home. The extent of the problem and age of the roof are key factors that can help you decide whether to do repairs or replace the roof.
Roof Flashings
The roof drainage system is clearly one of the most under-rated components on the average flat roof. Next to roof flashings, they are also the most vulnerable. Leaks that develop at drain locations can be catastrophic for the roof system.
• Loose flashing or cracked/missing caulk – Sidewall flashing installed on the outside of siding is a short cut, and it requires close monitoring. Sidewall masonry should have a two part-flashing as described in the section on chimneys. The bottom of the flashing must cover the top of the shingles, even on roof over jobs.
Caulking
Shingled roofs are usually easy to repair. At the marked leak point, we look for damaged, curled, or missing shingles. At every place where two surfaces meet and around every chimney or vent, we look for breaks in the flashing or caulking or for gaps in the lines of roof cement.