Commercial roof maintenance checklist
The routine checks that help facilities teams catch roof problems before they become operational issues.
Keep a simple record
At minimum, record the inspection date, roof areas visited, visible defects, photos, access limits and the action owner. Repeat the same route so changes are easier to spot.
Check the details that fail first
Look at gutters and outlets, rooflight condition, exposed fixings, laps, flashings, penetrations, edge trims and signs of corrosion. Inside, note staining, damp insulation and condensation. After severe weather, check whether wind or debris has damaged sheets or edge details.
Prioritise the work
Separate immediate make-safe items from defects that can be planned. A short repair now may prevent damage to stock, plant, ceilings and insulation. A condition-led record also makes future replacement budgets more credible.