Commercial Roofing - Roof Maintenance

1. Introduction to Roof Maintenance
Hello, and thank you for letting Parker Johnston Ltd. introduce you to the field of roof maintenance. Perhaps you've been familiar with roof maintenance before, or perhaps this is the first time you have thought about it. Please read on to find out why all roofs - both new and old - can benefit from routine maintenance.

2. Why Does my Roof Need Maintenance?
How much did you spend on your first car? How much did you spend on your first roof? A roof is a big investment. Following home and car purchases, a roof might be the largest single expenditure one will ever make. Perhaps you just put a new roof on your building or residence, or perhaps the roof is near the end of its life. Maybe Parker Johnston Industries Ltd. did the roofing work on your building, maybe someone else did. Roofs of all ages and types can benefit from a routine maintenance program. Correct roof maintenance can not only increase the intended design life of the roofing system, but it should work to prevent potential problems from arising within the roof system as a result of environmental and physical wear.

3. What Does Roof Maintenance Entail?
Perhaps your roof covers a single family dwelling, or a 20 story commercial building. Parker Johnston Industries Ltd.'s trained professionals will work to monitor your roof to ensure the long-term success of the roof system. A good roof system is one in which all components of the roof work together for one purpose: protection of the building and its occupants from water infiltration. This may be as simple as a twice-annual cleaning of the gutters, or it may be as complicated as a complete roof renewal program. Depending on roof type, usage, age, and complexity, roof maintenance programs are designed to maximize the design life of the roof while minimizing the costs involved. A proper roof maintenance schedule should not cost the building/homeowner, it should work to reduce expenditures that result from costly roof repairs or premature roof failure. A good roof maintenance program also ensures that there are no financial surprises for the building owner. A roof is like any other worldly possession - it eventually wears out. Proper planning and a roof maintenance schedule ensure that when re-roofing is to occur, the owner has maximized the initial investment in his/her original roof system, and has had the opportunity to plan for roof replacement.

4. Why Choose Parker Johnston Industries Ltd.?
Parker Johnston Industries Ltd. has been a trusted name in roof repair and roof replacement on Vancouver Island for over three generations. We have the expertise to properly evaluate your roof's needs and match them to your long-term plans. We employ only Journeyman Roofers holding a Certificate of Qualification issued by the provincial government, or Registered Apprentices in the Roofing, Damp, and Waterproofing trade. Ask to see their qualifications - they will be proud to show them to you. A qualified roofer can make confident recommendations for maintenance that will result in your roof's long term success. Would you call an auto-mechanic to fix your stove? Of course not. Why would you call a handyman to work on your roof? A roof maintenance expert will be skilled in all facets of roofing, and can not only spot current problems with your roof sytem, but also be able to prevent future roof problems.

5. How Does it all Work?
A qualified Parker Johnston Industries Ltd. representative will visit your home or building. You may choose to accompany him/her on your roof. They will point out various maintenance issues with your roof and give you a written, detailed report on their findings. They will then present a no-obligation yearly fee for the suggested continual maintenance of your roof system. You will then choose the level of service that you desire. In some cases, the security of the contents of the building is paramount; therefore, Parker Johnston Industries Ltd.'s 24-hour emergency maintenance program may be the maintenance program desired. One fixed rate for a year - or as long as you wish - of roof maintenance ensures your peace of mind as a building owner.

6. What do I do Now?
Contact us for an appointment. You may own your own residence and just want your gutters cleaned and roof checked once a year, or you may own numerous buildings and need to develop a maintenance and replacement schedule. Whatever your roofing maintenance needs, Parker Johnston Industries Ltd. can develp a maintenance program that will meet your needs and your budget.