Introduction to Roof Maintenance and Repairs

What you will learn

Identify and understand the defects in roof and rooﬁng systems

Understand deterioration and eﬀects of ageing in rooﬁng materials

Know the various weathering agents that cause deterioration

Understand the concept of maintenance and its application in various rooﬁng systems

Understand the importance of roof inspection and be able to prepare and present a roof standard inspection report

Know the various types of roof repair materials and their application

Identify actions that would void a typical roof warranty and explain why it is important to keep the warranty in eﬀect.

Course Content

6 sections • 6 lectures •

	Introduction to Roof Defects		mb

	Identifying Potential Roof Problems or Defects		mb

	Roof Inspection Procedure		mb

	Maintenance Program		mb

	How to Repair a Leaking Roof		mb

	Methods of Roof Repair		mb

Requirements

Basic understanding of roofing systems

Description

The primary cause of roof problems is poorly maintained roofs. As one of the largest parts of a building, it requires regular inspection, maintenance, and repair. A quality, watertight roof is key to the integrity of your entire building.

The maintenance of a rooﬁng system can be minor or comprehensive depending on the level of damage to the roof.

The list of potential causes of leaks in a roof can be endless; therefore you need to apply

past experience with similar problems or a process of elimination to help you identify the cause of the leak.

This course will discuss the causes and eﬀects of roof damage and the practical skills required to make proper roof inspections and identify solutions. It will also explain types of maintenance, how to plan maintenance and how to select the proper materials to use.