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1.0 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................1
1.1 General .............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Definitions ........................................................................................................................1
1.3 Manufacturer’s Warranty .................................................................................................1
1.4 Service Agreements ..........................................................................................................2
1.5 Membrane Identification..................................................................................................2
1.6 Rooftop Access .................................................................................................................2
1.7 Roof System Access..........................................................................................................3

2.0 ROOFING SYSTEM HISTORICAL RECORD ...........................................................................3

3.0 CAUSES OF ROOF PROBLEMS ...........................................................................................4

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3.1 Natural Causes .................................................................................................................4

3.2 Man-Made Causes ...........................................................................................................4
3.3 Other Causes ...................................................................................................................5

4.0 ROOF INSPECTIONS...........................................................................................................5

4.1 Regular Periodic Inspections ............................................................................................5
4.2 Special Inspections............................................................................................................6
4.3 Inspection Procedure .......................................................................................................6

5.0 OWNER PERFORMED MAINTENANCE ..............................................................................10

6.0 EMERGENCY REPAIR ......................................................................................................12

6.1 General ..........................................................................................................................12
6.2 Leak Repair Procedures..................................................................................................12
6.3 Wind Damage Repair Procedures .................................................................................14
6.4 Permanent Repair Requirements .................................................................................16

7.0 INSTALLATION OF NEW PENETRATIONS AND EQUIPMENT...............................................17

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8.0 CONCLUSION ..................................................................................................................18

9.0 APPENDIX ......................................................................................................................19

Historial Record ............................................................................................................19
Roof Plan Grid ..............................................................................................................20
Owner Maintenance Inspection ....................................................................................21
 1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 General
Maintenance has always been a con·
cern to owners of buildings, but
previously it has been associated only
with equipment and the processes the
buildings house. It is only recently,
however, that owners have recognized
the need for ongoing inspection,
maintenance, and repair of the roof·
ing systems that protect these
buildings and their contents. Even
though manufacturers' warranties may
be provided for the roofing systems,
they generally do not relieve the
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owner of the responsibility for proper
maintenance.
Periodic roof inspection and mainten·
ance programs are now being routine·
ly implemented with increasing
frequency. Designers, contractors and
manufacturers can be a valuable re·
source to building owners regarding
the necessary aspects of roof
maintenance.
This manual offers some basic recom·
mendations for building owners and
their representatives that will assist in
keeping roofs watertight and performing.
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1.2 Definitions
Inspection is defined as a critical ex·
amination of the components of the
roof system. Maintenance is defined as
the work of keeping a building,
machinery, roof, etc., in a state of
good repair. Some examples of roof
maintenance include cleaning drains
and removing debris.
Repair is defined as returning to good
condition after damage, decay, etc.;
mend; fix. Some examples of roof
repairs include patching a puncture in
the membrane or flashing, or replac·
ing components damaged by high
winds.
I. 3 Manufacturer's Warranty
One of the most important things a
building o·wner with a manufacturer's
warranty can do is to read and
understand the warranty for the roof .
ing system installed on his building.
A manufacturer's warranty is a legal
contract between the owner and the
manufacturer. It can be voided like
any other contract, whether knowingly
With the support of
professional roofing
contractors and roof­
ing material manufac­
turers, owners should
develop ongoing
maintenance pro­
grams to optimize
roof service life.
 or inadvertently. Common occurrences
can arise after the warranty has been
issued which may result in a voided
warranty. These occurrences may in·
elude, but are not limited to:
• Neglect of the roofing system by not
performing inspections, repairs and
routine maintenance in a timely
manner;
• Failure by the owner to notify the
membrane manufacturer of leaks in
the roofing system in a timely man­
ner (most warranties will explicitly
state a time limit);
• Failure by the owner to notify the
membrane manufacturer of work re·
quired to repair damage or to add
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rooftop equipment;
• Failure to have permanent repairs
or maintenance performed in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, such as:
-use of material not manufactured
by the warranting manufacturer,
or the use of an incompatible
material for a repair;
-work performed by a contractor
not approved or authorized by
the membrane manufacturer to
perform such work.
• A change in the use of the building;
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• A change of ownership of the
building; many warranties are non·
transferable.
1.4 Service Agreements
A service agreement is generally in the
form of a maintenance or service con·
tract between the building owner and
the professional roofing contractor for
a specific time period, with a possible
option for renewal. Typically covered
are periodic inspections and the per·
formance of specific routine mainte·
nance. A report of the general roof
condition is usuaJly submitted to the
building owner after each inspection,
with recommendations for immediate
and future action.
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The best time to establish a service
agreement is when the roofing system
is installed. A building owner should
contact his professional roofing con·
tractor for recommendations concern·
ing the type of service or maintenance
contract that would be appropriate for
his roof(s).
1. 5 Membrane Identification
Although many single-ply roofing
membranes look alike, they may re·
quire different materials for repair.
The type of single-ply roofing material
used should be noted on the mem·
brane warranty, its related paperwork,
or in the historical record (see Section
2.0) for the roofing system. If, how·
ever, these sources do not identify the
membrane, contact your professional
roofing contractor or other roofing
professional to aid in the identifica·
tion of the roofing material. It is im·
portant to identify the roofing material
in question so the correct materials
and repair method may be selected.
1. 6 Rooftop Access
The building owner, or the owner's
representative at the building site, is
responsible for controlling access to
the roof. Generally, roofing systems
are not designed for traffic other than
that required for maintenance as per·
formed by trained personnel. In order
to limit access to approved personnel,
the roof hatches or access doors
should be kept secured. A sign should
be posted at the point of access to the
roof stating that only authorized per­
sonnel are allowed onto the roof. In
addition, a log should be kept of all
individual visits to the roof and the
corresponding reasons for such visits.
Prior to accessing the roof in cold
weather, check with the membrane
manufacturer to see if there are cold
weather precautions or limitations.
Note: When the roof membrane is
identified as unreinforced PVC, roof·
top traffic should be avoided when
the ambient temperature is below
approximately 50 ° F. The individual
manufacturer of a product should be
consulted for a specific recommenda·
tion regarding minimal temperature.

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1.7 Roof System Access
Some single-ply roofing systems have
aggregate or concrete paver surfacing.
Additionally, protected membrane
roof systems have an insulation layer
above the waterproofing membrane.
These systems make accessibility to the
2.0 ROOFING SYSTEM HISTORICAL RECORD
The building owner should maintain a
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historical record of the roofing system.
This historical record will provide the
owner · with data concerning the
original roofing installation such as
membrane type, the contractor that in·
stalled the roof system and the mem·
brane manufacturer. The owner
should also use the historical record
Access to the roof
should be limited to
authorized, trained
personnel.
roofing membrane for inspection or
repair difficult. Should one of these
roofing systems be encountered, and if
removal and reinstallation of the
material covering the membrane is re·
quired, it should be performed by a
professional roofing contractor.
to document all subsequent inspec·
tions, maintenance and repairs per­
formed on the roof system since its
installation. This information should
minimize the cost of repair and
maintenance work. A sample
Historical Record form is included in
the Appendix.
Keeping complete
historical records
should help to
minimize the cost of
maintenance and
repair.
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 3.0 CAUSES OF ROOF PROBLEMS
All roofing systems have a finite
service life. Thjs service life can be
optimized by performing periodic in·
spections, routine maintenance, and
repairs. Similarly, this service life can
be reduced by a number of causes.
This section identifies some of the
causes of problems that affect roof
service life. Because of the potential
development of problems, routine
periodic inspections are recommended
for early detection.
Any of the following conditions may
result in decreased roof service life.
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3.1 Natural Causes
• Long-term exposure to the elements,
such as sun, water and freeze-thaw
cycles
• Exposure to air pollutants and
industrial atmospheres
• Extreme weather, such as hail,
lightning, high winds and drenching
rains (which raise the water level
above the flashing heights)
• Structural movement such as
building settlement, seismic
movement, and thermal expansion
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and contraction
• Animal intrusion, including insects
and birds
• Biological growth including
vegetation, fungus, and algae
3.2 Man-Made Causes
• Design deficiencies, including
improper or inadequate design of
elements of the roofing system such
as structure, details, drainage, and
loading
• Workmanship deficiencies,
including improper preparation of
the substrate, improper storage of
materials prior to installation,
inclement weather during applica·
tion, and failure to follow manufac·
turer's specifications and details
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• Manufacturing detects, such as errors
in formulation or in fabrication
• Use of products or components that
have exceeded their shelf lives
• Improper addition of roof penetra·
tions after the original installation
of the roofing system. A common
source of improper additions is
"tenant-finish" of the interior building
space, which typically includes
penetrations for HVAC (heating, ven­
tilation, and air conditioning) units,
antennae, and plumbing vent stacks.
• Lack of proper maintenance of
items such as pitch pockets at roof
penetrations, building joint sealants
(caulking), counterflashings, drains,
copings, embedded edge metal,
masonry walls, and rooftop units.
• Incorrect, or lack of, response to
problems can result in compound·
ing the original problem. Roof
problems should be corrected pro·
mptly to avoid time-consuming and
costly corrections at a later date.
• Changes in interior use of the
building, such as the change of an
office space to a laundry. The
original roofing system may not
have been designed for the subse·
quent high indoor relative humidity
generated by a laundry and may
consequently experience condensa­
tion problems.
• Contamination of the membrane by
substances which are not compatible
·with the roofing materials. These
contaminants may be spilled or ex·
hausted onto the roof, may be air·
borne, or may be mistakenly used
as repair materials on the roof.
• Abuse, vandalism, rooftop traffic,
other trades or any individual who
either does not belong on the roof
or who has little regard for the per·
formance requirements of the roof·
ing system. As stated previously (see
Section 1.6), only trained, author­
ized personnel with business on the
 roof should be allowed onto the
roof.
3.3 Other Causes
• Condensation, or moisture that may
be erroneously identified as a roof
leak, may adversely affect the roof­
ing system's performance.
• Water infiltration may be
erroneously attributed to defects in
the roofing system and may ad·
versely affect the roofing system.
Water may infiltrate through any of
the following building elements:
4.0 ROOF INSPECTIONS
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One of the key elements of any roof
maintenance program is regular roof
inspection. Another key element is
immediate attention to all identified
problems.
If the roofing system is currently
covered by a manufacturer's warranty,
both the roofing membrane manufac·
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turer and the roofing contractor
should be contacted if problems are
detected in the roofing system during
an inspection. In the absence of a
warranty, either a professional roof·
ing contractor or the membrane
manufacturer should be contacted to
obtain sound repair and maintenance
advice.
4.1 Regular Periodic Ins pections
Every spring and fall, the roof should
be inspected by a person who
-drainage system
-water piping and gas, electric, or
other utility lines
-louvers
-windows
-skylights/smoke hatches
-walls and sealant joints
• HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning) equipment, in addi·
tion to being a source of water en·
try, can also cause unacceptable
differential building air pressures
which may affect the wind perfor·
mance of the roofing system.
understands the design and basic
components of the roofing system.
Many professional roofing contractors
provide this service upon request for
a fee.
It is recommended that the spring in­
spection be performed by a roofing
professional; the owner or the owner's
Periodic inspection by
a knowledgeable
inspector is a key
element of a roof
maintenance
program.
representative should accompany the
roofing professional during this in·
spection if he/she is going to perform
the inspection in the fall. The spring
inspection should be done early
enough to allow for any maintenance
or repair required to take place in
the prime construction season.
Late in the fall an inspection by a
roofing professional, or the owner or
the owner's representative, should be
scheduled to assure the roof is ready
for the upcoming winter season.
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 4.2 Special Inspections
\.\'hen extraordinary situations occur
which may affect the roof, inspections
should be made as soon as possible by
a roofing professional. Special inspec­
tions are recommended when:
• construction affects the roof or
adjacent roof areas;
• new equipment is installed on the
roof;
• unusual weather conditions occur,
such as large hail, high winds,
unusually heavy snow loading, or
other extraordinary weather
phenomenon;
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unusual weather con­
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need for special,
unscheduled
inspections.
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• any maintenance, repair, or reroof­
ing on the roof or an adjacent area
is undertaken; (It is best to perform
a special inspection prior to and
after the completion of this type of
work.)
• there is a fire or other known
damage to an adjacent roof area.
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4. 3 Inspection Procedure
Each inspection should follow a
prescribed routine which enables the
inspector to examine each visible com·
ponent of the roofing system. A sam­
ple Owner Maintenance Inspection
form is included in the Appendix for
your use.
The starting point of an inspection
should be the interior of the building.
The interior should be checked for
leaks; check interior walls and ceilings
for signs of water and staining. A
floor plan/roof plan should be
developed from this interior inspec·
tion to indicate where there may be
problems at the roof level. After in·
specting the interior, check the ex­
terior walls and overhangs for cracks,
movement and signs of moisture.
The roof should then be inspected by
checking the roof components in the
following order.
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 In addition to check­
ing the condition of
penetrations, the
membrane should be
inspected closely for
damage, such as
punctures or tears,
caused by workers
maintaining rooftop
equipment.
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5.0 OWNER-PERFORMED MAINTENANCE

The life of a roofing system may be them until a professional roofing

optimized with regular, periodic
inspections and a few simple
maintenance procedures.
• Remove obstructions (such as leaves
The Owner Maintenance Inspection
form found in the Appendix notes
numerous items which are followed by
an "action needed" recommendation.
Items such as weathered sealants, loose
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contractor is available to repair the
membrane after their removal.
or dirt) from roof drains and/or
scuppers, and ensure that they are
flowing freely. If there is a possibili­
ty that a roof drain or scupper is
still obstructed after clearing the

base flashings, and protruding obstruction, it should be water tested

fasteners should be referred to the ap·
propriate professional as noted on the
inspection form.
There are several other items which
building maintenance personnel or a
professional roofing contractor should
perform after each inspection:
• Ballast should be continuously
• Gather debris such as paper, bottles,
broken glass, tree limbs, vegetation,
or any other foreign matter and
dispose of them properly.
Note: Remove any tree limbs or
other items that could fall onto the
roof and cause damage. If vegeta­
tion has roots extending into the
roof membrane, do not remove
with a hose for draining ability.
Note: If a roof drain or scupper is
blocked by ice, do not physically
break or chip away the ke. (Use of
heat tapes may avoid drain freezing
and the use of deicing salts.)
distributed (except for occasional
small bare spots, as previously
discussed). Ballast should be redistri­
buted with a push broom as neces­
sary to cover the membrane and
prevent uneven loading. ff ballast
redistribution is a recurring prob·
lem, consult the roofing contractor
or membrane manufacturer for recom­
mendations to correct this problem.

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 6.0 EMERGENCY REPAIR
6.1 General
Emergency repairs may be required
after severe weather because leakage
into a building can occur at any time
(nights, holidays, weekends, etc.).
Caution: It is generally not advisable
to attempt roof repairs until after the
severe weather has ceased, due to the
danger of high winds and the possi­
bility of a lightning strike. Caution
should be exercised when inspecting
a roof after there has been severe
weather, or when there is suspect
damage to the roofing assembly,
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because storm damage may have left
the roof in a hazardous condition. If
the roof condition is questionable,
have a professional roofing contractor
perform the inspection and necessary
repairs. In the event a professional
roofing contractor is not available,
and to minimize damage to the in·
terior building finishes and contents,
emergency repairs may be performed.
Emergency repair procedures should
be as simple as possible so they may
be performed safely by building
maintenance personnel or similar
nonroofing professionals. These
repairs should be considered tern·
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made by a professional roofing con·
tractor as soon as weather permits.
If the roofing membrane is under a
manufacturer's warranty, the roofing
membrane manufacturer should be
contacted as soon as possible.
Following are emergency repair
guidelines that may be performed by
building maintenance personnel,
similar nonroofing professionals, or by
professional roofing contractors.
6.2 Leak Repair Procedures
There are too many different types of
roofing membranes to tailor emergen·
cy repair procedures for each. Consult
the roofing membrane manufacturer's
literature for products and procedures
recommended for emergency repairs.
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If literature cannot be located or if
procedures are not detailed for
emergency repairs, the following
guidelines are suggested:
1) Protect the interior: Control the
spread of water in the interior by col­
lecting the water in containers or by
using plastic sheeting to protect the
building contents.
2) Remove excess water from the roof:
Check roof drains and scuppers to be
certain that they are open and func·
tional. A frequent cause of roof
leakage and roof collapse is excessive
ponding on the roof surface due to
clogged drains and/or scuppers.
Caution should be exercised when
clearing debris from drains. Signifi·
cant suction forces can be created by
draining water, which can suck tools,
hands, or arms placed within these
vortices quickly into the drain.
3) Locate the source of a leak: In at·
tempting to determine the source of a
leak, locate the point on the roof sur­
face above the area of leakage in the
building interior. From this point, first
check the condition of rooftop
mechanical equipment, then check all
flashings at terminations and penetra·
tions. Second, if the system is ballasted
remove ballast from the immediate
leak area, then check the membrane
surface for cuts or punctures. Finally,
check the seams (laps) in the roofing
membrane.
In many cases, it can be extremely dif·
ficult to locate the source of a leak on
a roof membrane that has been install·
ed over insulation placed on a struc·
tural concrete deck, or over an
existing membrane or vapor retarder.
If the source of a leak into the
building cannot be readily located, the
owner or building maintenance per­
sonnel may have no recourse except
to control the spread of water until a
professional roofing contractor can be
contacted and arrives at the site.
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 manufacturers, roofing materials
distributors, and roofing contractors.
Duct Tape
Make a patch for the roofing mem­
brane using common duct tape. (Note:
The sheet must be clean and dry in
order for the tape to stick. Cleaning
guidelines are described in the
"Sealant and Roof Tapes" section.)
Wood Block
If there is a puncture in the mem·
brane or a small seam problem where
the membrane is not totally adhered,
Punctures or small
seam problems can
be prevented from
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Place two of these wood blocks, one
on top of the other, through the hole.
Then staple or nail the edge of the
membrane to the wood blocking to
prevent the cut hole from enlarging
due to stress placed on the membrane.
This procedure will raise the hole
several inches above the roof surface,
out of any ponding or surface water,
and should immediately stop the leak.
Place a small metal cap, cone, or
bucket over the hole through which
the wood blocks were inserted and
secure the cover to stop additional
water entry. This procedure avoids
any contamination of the membrane
and should keep the building dry un·
ti! a permanent repair can be made.
When a permanent repair is made,
the wood blocks should be removed.

developing into a
significant leak b'f the Bentonite Clay
use of the temporary
''wood blocking''
technique. Spread bentonite clay granules ap·
proximately 1" thick in the area of the
leak. The bentonite clay will expand,
forming a water impermeable seal
which bonds to the membrane surface.
The hole is enlarged
and a small wood The bentonite product is a natural
block Is inserted to
clay which should not have a
elevate the opening
above the water line. deleterious effect on the membrane
surface. However, the seal is tern·
porary and should be replaced with a
permanent patch as soon as possible.
(Note: Bentonite clay should be kept
After the block is in away from all roof drains to avoid
place, a bucket is drain blockage.) Use of bentonite clay
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positioned. .
generally necessitates extensive clean·
up of the membrane surface prior to
permanent repair.

6. 3 Wind Damage Repair Procedures

and weighted to keep If roof damage is observed during a
it in place. storm, it is generally not advisable to
attempt repairs or damage control un·
til after the storm because of the
danger of high winds and the
possibility of a lightning strike.

In some instances, however, repairs

during a storm may prevent or
minimize further wind damage. For
example, if a loose metal edge flashing
make a small circular incision at the
is observed, securing it during a storm
puncture or seam. The incision should
may prevent subsequcm lifting, peel·
be large enough to allow a 2" x 4" x
ing, and blow-off of the membr,me. If
4" wood block through the hole,
work is performed during a storm it
under the membrane.
should be done by a professional roof·

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 temporary ballast around the perimeter
to achieve the 40 pound load will
depend on the weight of the ballast
being used.) Place the temporary
ballast on top of the remaining
lightweight pavers to provide tem·
porary protection against further wind
damage until permanent repairs are
made. ln conjunction with setting tem·
porary ballast of 40 pounds per linear
foot around the perimeter of a bare
area, also apply temporary ballast to
secure the membrane when the bare
area exceeds 50 square feet.
In some instances, insulation boards
below the membrane are displaced.
Displaced boards should be reposition·
ed prior to final redistribution of
ballast. If membrane cutting is re­
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quired to reposition the boards, it
should be performed by a professional
roofing contractor.
When bare areas exceed 50 square
feet or when ballast is blown off the
roof, consult the membrane manufac­
turer because, in either of these cases,
design enhancements may be advisable.
Mechanically Attached and Adhered
Systems: After high winds, the ex­
posed membrane should be inspected
for damage from flying debris. If
fasteners have backed out or popped
up and punctured the membrane, or
if debris has punctured or torn the
membrane, temporarily repair it as
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described in Section 6.2.
Mechanically attached membranes
should also be inspected tQ determine
if any batten bars or fastening plates
were uplifted, or if the membrane has
separated from them. Likewise, fully
adhered membranes should be in·
spected to see if they separated from
the substrate. If the membrane is unat·
tached from the substrate or fastening
system, and the area exceeds 50
square feet, temporary ballasting
should be performed as described
previously under "Ballasted Systems."
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If any of the above conditions are
observed, a professional roofing con­
tractor should make the permanent
repairs.
If a mechanically attached membrane
is observed billowing, consult the
membrane manufacturer. While some
billowing may be normal, an excessive
amount would indicate that design
enhancements may be advisable.
If all or a portion of the membrane is
peeled back, the building is vulnerable
to water infiltration. In some in­
stances, it is possible to reposition the
membrane to provide temporary pro·
tection. Repositioning should be per·
formed by a professional roofing
contractor if one ls available within a
reasonable time period. After reposi·
tioning, the membrane should be
fastened at the perimeter, the damage
repaired, and temporary ballast installed.
If membrane is too damaged to be
repositioned for temporary protection,
replacement material will be needed.
If a professional roofing contractor
cannot provide temporary or perma·
nent roofing service within a
reasonable time period, it may be
necessary to utilize large tarps or
sheets of polyethylene secured at the
perimeter and temporarily ballasted as
previously described.
6.4 Permanent Repair Requirements
The emergency repair procedures
described in the previous sections are
strictly temporary in nature and must
be replaced with permanent and com·
plete repairs by a professional roofing
contractor in a timely manner. If the
roofing system is covered by a mem·
brane warranty, notify the manufac·
turer of the roofing membrane as
soon as possible to obtain instructions
and recommendations to facilitate a
permanent repair.
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OR EQUIPMENT
One of the most common causes of
leakage is the improper installation of
new roof penetrations or equipment.
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To avoid roofing problems associated
with new penetrations or equipment,
notify the manufacturer of the roofing
membrane prior to the installation of
rooftop penetrations or equipment, in­
cluding items that may be set upon
the membrane. This would include
such items as TV antennae, sign or
equipment supports, skylights, plumb­
ing soil stacks, and HVAC equipment.
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The name and telephone number of
the roofing membrane manufacturer
should be written on your historical
record form. Notification prior to in
stallation will allow the manufacturer
to recommend how to incorporate the
new penetration or equipment and
Discussion with the
roofing manufacturer
prior to installation of
new penetrations or
equipment should en­
sure that proper pro­
cedures are used by
the professional roof­
ing contractor.
how to protect the membrane warran­
ty, if one exists.
The addition of penetrations or equip­
ment to the roofing system should be
undertaken by a professional roofing
contractor qualified to perform such
work. The name, address, and telephone
number of a roofing contractor
qualified to perform the work can be
obtained from the roofing membrane
manufacturer, if the original roofing
contractor is not available. Improper
installation of penetrations or equip­
ment may void the roof warranty.
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 8.0 CONCLUSION

By making a commitment to periodic ing roof access, the roofs service life
roof inspections, appropriate mainte­ can be optimized and the building
nance and repairs, along with control- owner's roofing investment maximized.

Owners that make a

commffment to proper
roof maintenance can
maximize the value of
their roofing
Investments.
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Photo Acknowledgements

Carlisle SynTec Systems, Carlisle, Pa. National Roofing Contractors

Cooley Roofing Systems, Pawtucket,
R.l.
Firestone Building Products, Carmel,
Ind.
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Association, Rosemont, Ill.
Roofblok Limited, Fitchburg, Mass.
Sarnafil Inc., Canton, Mass.
Tamko Asphalt Products Inc., Joplin,

W.P. Hickman Co., Asheville, N.C. Mo.

Wright Brown Roofing Co., Detroit,
Mich.

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 9.0 APPENDIX
Historical Record
All information and records pertinent to this roofing system should be a part of this record, e.g., meeting
minutes, copies of repair records, etc.
General Information

Building: Tenant:
Location: Phone:
Contact:
Owner: Architect/Consultant:
Roofing Contractor:
Membrane Manufacturer:
Warranty Terms: Dates Installed:
Warranty Coverage Period:
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Membrane: From: To:

Membrane T hickness: Roof Access: Ladder Hatch
Insulation: Building Height:
Design Windspeed: Roof Area: sq. ft.

Specification Information

Construction If recover, describe existing

Type: 0 New D Tear-Off D Recover system:
Roof Deck
Concrete: thickness Type: D Poured O Precast O Plank D T-Beams
O Lightweight D Other Concrete:
Wood: thickness Type: D Tongue & Groove O Plywood
Steel: gauge
Gypsum: thickness Type: D Slab D Plank
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Other:

Roof Slope: inch/foot Areas of Inadequate Drainage: 0 Yes O No

Drainage System: Briefly describe the roof drainage system, including drains, plumbing, scuppers, gutters,
downspouts and sumps, if any.

Single-Ply Membrane
Thermoset: D CSPE (Hypalon) O ECH D EPDM O Neoprene

Thermoplastic: D CPE D 0./A O EIP D NBP O PIB D PVC

Modified Bitumen: D APP O SBS

Installation Method: Surfacing:
D Ballasted D None D Stone: Type
D Mechanically Fastened O PMR D Pavers: Type
O Fully Adhered D Granules O Coating: Type
D Partially Adhered O Other

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 Roof Plan Grid
No. _____
For use in conjunction with the Owner Maintenance Inspection Form.
Buildin g: Inspection Date: _________ _ _ _
_
Location·----------------- Inspector:.________________
Scale: 1" = _____
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 Owner Maintenance Inspection
No._____
Provide the roof plan using the roof plan grid on page 20 to indicate the location of observed conditions
keyed to this inspection report. Use the item codes to show location.
Building: Inspection Date:_____________
Location:. ____________ ___ Inspector:________________
Contact:. __ ____________________________ _____
Membrane:·--------------�. Surfacing:.________________
Attachment:._______________
Has the occupancy or use of the building changed since the last inspection?
D No D Yes If yes, how?_______________________ ___�
Have any changes, additions or new penetrations been made to the roof since the last inspection?
O No D Yes If yes, how?___________________________�
Has there been leakage?
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D No D Yes If yes, under what condition? D Light Rain D Heavy Rain

D Wind Driven Rain O Leaks Continuously
Were emergency repairs performed? 0 No O Yes Describe: _________________

Inspection Checklist:
Perform an initial general building inspection; condition may indicate roof problem. Note location for in­
vestigation on roof:

ITEM CONDITION ACTION ACTION

CODE PRESENT NEEDED TAKEN
INTERIOR rfr = Roofing Contractor
Roof deck mfr = Membrane Manufacturer
A1. Rusting Contact rfr/mfr
A2. Spalling Contact rfr/mfr
A3. Cracking Contact rfr/mfr'
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A4. Buckling Contact rfr/mfr

AS. SaQging Contact rfr/mfr
A6. Open Joints Contact rfr/mfr
Walls
81. Movement Contact rfr/mfr
82. Settling Contact rfr/mfr
83. Cracks Contact rfr/mfr
84. Spalling Contact rfr/mfr
85. Paint Peeling
86. Water Stains
EXTERIOR
Walls
C1. Mortar Joints Contact rfr/mfr
C2. Cracks Contact rfr/mfr
C3. Stains
C4. Efflorescence
cs. Sealant Joints
C6. Windows

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