Detecting & Eliminating Moisture from Your Roof
The weather can change from sunny to snowy in a matter of minutes, and it's impossible to know what to expect. Moisture can be created in your roof by a variety of weather conditions, which can lead to further damage to your roofing system. If there is a leak in a roof, it is common for the leak to go undetected. Before water can get inside, the insulation on the roof will soak it up. In the long run, this can cause more damage to a roof by allowing moisture to build up. Water dripping from vents, water stains on your ceiling, and leaks are all signs of a damaged roof.
Leaks are the most obvious sign that a roof needs to be repaired or replaced because of an abundance of moisture in the roof. Moisture can cause blisters and bubbling in a roof system, but this is rare. Because you can only see the top of your roof, it's difficult to tell if you need to have your roof maintained. As a result, it may go unnoticed for an extended period of time, causing further damage to the roof. The roof deck can become damaged if moisture is left on it for a prolonged period. The roof deck may deteriorate as a result of the weight of the water in the insulation. In addition, ice damming can be a problem in Oklahoma’s harsh winters, which can cause damage to the roof decking and the entire roof itself.
The Common Moisture Types You Can Find In Your Roof
In order to protect a building from the many sources of moisture, roofing systems need to have the proper design and installation. Because each building is unique, the architect, system designer, project engineer, and/or roofing system professional are ultimately responsible for ensuring that moisture and condensation do not cause problems. Roofing contractors can supply materials that have a variety of properties and options for the roofing system designer.
Moisture and its impact on roofing systems were the subject of an SPRI advisory bulletin from a few years back. It's a good way to think about the main scenarios that lead to moisture buildup, according to their classification of the situations. In addition to some specific recommendations for roofing systems, we have provided a few general pointers in this post. These guidelines, of course, should be ignored in favor of the recommendations of a professional roof system designer.
Small Amount of Moisture with Occupancy-Generation
Examples of these include retail and office spaces, as well as warehouses. Moisture is carried up with the warm air as it rises. Condensation can occur between the insulation and the membrane in northern climates, regardless of the membrane type.
Construction Moisture
Almost all construction methods introduce some level of moisture into the structure. Installation of drywall and painting are examples of simple, but not long-term, solutions. It's also possible that some practices could result in the building being flooded for a long period of time. Moisture from concrete slab floors has been a problem for some flooring materials but building design professionals have found solutions.
Even in new construction, the use of concrete roof decks can pose a problem for designers of roofing systems. After curing, there is still a significant amount of water remaining in the concrete.
Finding the Permanent Solution Is Easy
Roofing contractors strive to offer a wide variety of materials so that architects and engineers can create the best possible roofing system for each individual building. You might be able to get some clarity on what questions to ask with the help of the advice provided here.
Even so, it's a good idea to work with design professionals who are knowledgeable about moisture and humidity in your area. Come to A & S Services in Edmond, OK to talk to our experts.