Leaking roofs during the rains can be a huge headache. Make sure you have ticked all the boxes to get your premises rain ready this year. To know more, visit http://www.wilcote.co.za/

2. Effects of the Rain on Your Roof
Increased moisture levels can cause mold and moss to grow on
roofs, especially asphalt shingle roofs
Water can make existing leakage problems worse as humidity
remains trapped inside the roof
Continuous rain can cause havoc on an ill-maintained roof. They
sometimes crack the sealant and worsen leakage problems.

3. Common Roof Problems
Leak and Moisture Buildup: Improper
installation of flashing on torch applied
modified bitumen roofs or improper
application of moisture barrier on parapet
walls are some of the reasons for moisture
buildup.
Reduced Resistance to Wind: Improper
installation of flashing can also cause roofs
to blow off. More often than not, seams
that are continuously exposed to rain
before being cured can cause this damage.
Improper Maintenance: Water
accumulated on the roof can cause leaks
and allow moisture to infiltrate the roofs.
When designing the roof, steps should be
taken to ensure that water flows freely and
doesn’t collect. Ponding also occurs when
dirt, silt or other debris is accumulated in
drains.

4. Preparing your Roof for the Rainy
Season
Inspect: Before the rains set in, check for
possible leakages, moisture buildup and
other problems. Black streaks running
along the tiles of roofs are a proof of
moisture penetration. Checking the roof
after the rains is also advised to ensure
that there are no fresh leakage problems.
Clean the Roof: Dirt, debris and other
material accumulated on the roof can be a
huge problem. They hinder the free flow of
water and block drains.
Cut overhanging: Trees around the roof
should be trimmed to prevent them from
falling on your roof during the rains. This is
very important as fallen branches can
cause direct damage to the roof.

5. How do We Help
We inspect and restore all types of roofs
including slate roofs, clay tile roofs, low
pitch roofs , aluminum roofs, etc.
We’re experts in flat roof waterproofing,
ridge capping, and restoration of all types
of structures and buildings.
We have in the past helped to restore
badly corroded chemical tanks, apply
chemical resistant coating to commercial
establishments like hospitals and hotels,
undertake general painting of barge
boards, windows, etc. besides other
prestigious projects

6. Who We Are
We are expert waterproofing
company in Kwazulu Natal and
member of prestigious associations
like SAPMA, Master Builders
Association and SANAS.
We undertake roofing through
Western Cape and Eastern Cape
besides manufacturing
waterproofing and roofing
maintenance products.

7. For More Details,
Visit: www.wilcote.co.za
Or
Call: 032 942 2030