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Maybe you’re a building manager who finally persuaded the owner to invest in a new roof. Or maybe you’re the owner, and you just signed the check. Either way, you might be reluctant to spend even more money on “extras.” But things that extend the life of your roof and protect your workers aren’t extras; they’re the basics. Along with rooftop walkways, roof access stairs definitely fall into that category. Let’s take a look at why that’s true. The challenges Rooftops may not be designed for foot traffic, but that traffic is a fact of life. All rooftops need maintenance at some point. Even brand new roofs need to be inspected regularly. Unless you’ve got a drone to do a flyover for you, maintenance workers will need to check things out in person. And older roofs need both preventive maintenance and repairs, which is another reason workers will at some point need to be on the roof. All of that foot traffic can really add up over time, causing serious wear-and-tear to the roof. Equipment n...

It’s a moment every maintenance professional dreads – a building occupant calls to report a leak, and it’s up to you to investigate and to identify the source. You probably have your fingers crossed that it’s anything other than a torn roof membrane. But how do you find out? And, if it is, what do you do about it?   Identifying a torn roof membrane Before you start your roof maintenance by examining every inch on your hands and knees, start by looking for the most common signs of a problem: Debris: Debris should always be your first suspect. Even smaller pieces can damage the membrane if somebody steps on them, and larger pieces work their way in gradually during the hotter months. If there is any debris on the roof, examine the area for tears or punctures. Wrinkles: Wrinkles indicate that the roof deck is moving independently from the perimeter. The most immediate problem is that, when the wrinkle gets to the edge of the membrane, it creates a gap that can let water in. In additio...