Services: Preventative Maintenance Program

Preventative Maintenance Program

Through this Preventative Maintenance Program, Haid Roofing’s goal is to increase the performance and longevity of your roof. Roof systems in this program include, but are not limited to:

BUR Roofs (tar & gravel)

SBS Roofs

Single Ply Roofs (EPDM, PVC, and TPO)

Metal Roofs

Shingled Roofs

Spray Foam Roofs

All Preventative Maintenance Programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of the client.

What is Preventative Maintenance?

Preventive maintenance is predetermined work performed to a schedule with the aim of preventing unusual wear and tear or sudden failure of the roof system. The schedule typically consists of semiannual inspections followed by an agreed upon course of action. Inspections in the spring and fall are ideal to assess the roof’s condition after winter and summer have taken their toll.

Why is Preventative Maintenance Important?

A roof system is the first line of defense between the elements and the interior of the building. Similar to any valuable asset, it should be properly maintained in order to maximize its life. If the asset is not maintained, life expectancy can decrease dramatically. This program is comparable to the regular maintenance work completed on a vehicle to keep it functioning properly. Maintenance decreases costs, protects assets, frees time, and is required to maintain roof system warranty term.

Roof Management Model

Return on Investment


Roof square feet	20,000
Installed price @ $20.00/sq.ft.	$400,000
Expected life of 20 Years	$20,000 per year
Roof failure after 12 years due to lack of maintenance	$33,333 per year
Lost value (8 years @ $20,000)	$160,000
Maintenance	$40,000
Return on investment	400%

If the roof lasts two more years due to maintenance, the program will recoup all expenses.

How Does a Preventative Maintenance Program Help?

Ensures the client meets the requirements of the roof system manufacturer to maintain their warranty terms
Being predictive and proactive results in much less costly repairs
Typically extends the life of a roof system anywhere from 30% to 100%
Eventual roof replacement will be a scheduled event rather than an emergency
Budgeting for roof related costs becomes much easier when a program is in place to regularly monitor roof condition
Tracks modifications (both authorized and unauthorized) made to the roof
Scheduling of preventative maintenance means more proactive time for the client
Helps to protect against damage to building interior and items within it
Helps to maintain proper R-value thus saving costs through building efficiency
Helps control costs of insurance premiums
Avoids free or discounted rent or condo fees to unsatisfied tenants

Facts & Statistics

Studies indicate that 70 to 85 per cent of roof failures are self-induced, meaning their cause can be traced back to improper maintenance practices.
The 80/20 rule in buildings: 80 per cent of a building’s maintenance issues can be addressed by performing preventive maintenance on only 20 per cent of the building. One of the most crucial parts of this 20% is the roof.
According to the National Roofing Contractors Association, preventative maintenance can more than double the life of a roof.

Additional Information

Preventative maintenance consists of predicting potential problems. Some of these problems may already exist on a small scale and can be identified and addressed before they become larger and involve a more costly solution. The goal of preventative maintenance is to keep ahead of issues through less costly predictive maintenance versus the more costly reactive maintenance. A preventative maintenance program is ideal for roof systems with a current life span of five or more years. Roof systems expected to last less than five years can still be temporarily repaired while budgeting for full or partial replacement. Keep in mind that these temporary repairs differ from the long term permanent repairs associated with a preventative maintenance program. As preventive maintenance schedules are established, reactive work will begin to decline. The sooner the process is started, the sooner its benefits will be realized.

Building owners often rely on long-term warranties for protection but these warranties require scheduled inspections as a condition of the agreement. Manufacturer warranties assume no responsibility for routine maintenance. A warranty may become void unless regular roof maintenance is conducted and adequate records are maintained to prove that regular attention was provided for the roof.