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August 15, 2022

5 Roofing Red Flags for Commercial Properties

By Aaron Kovan, LEED AP

Proactive Maintenance Is Essential

Roofs are considered one of the biggest-ticket items for real estate properties. They are extremely expensive, intrusive, and time-consuming to replace, structural issues that are not caught and mitigated can be difficult to fix later, and, most importantly, roofing damage can have a secondary impact on the rest of the structure and building envelope. This can be avoided through regular roof maintenance, which can identify warning signs and avoid those emergency (and costly!) roof leak phone calls. Investing small amounts in proactive maintenance is a small fraction of constant fixes or outright replacement.

To read about the five biggest “red flag” issues I see when conducting Property Condition Assessments, click here.

About the Authors

Aaron Kovan, LEED AP

Aaron Kovan, LEED AP

Executive Director - Building Sciences
Executive Director of the Building Science Division, Aaron Kovan, LEED AP is responsible for the overall quality and consistency of Property Condition Reports which includes efforts in quality assurance, quality control, staff training, process and policy development and implementation, as well as managing client relationships. Mr. Kovan has more than 15 years of experience in the engineering, environmental, construction, and development fields. He has successfully managed projects of varying property types, including; institutional, retail, assisted living, and multifamily residential throughout the country. Mr. Kovan is trained as an Architect and has worked as a General Contractor, Developer, and Subcontractor. As Technical Director, he draws on this diverse knowledge base and experience in the residential, industrial, institutional, and commercial environments in order to be a major contribution to Partner Engineering and Science’s national team.

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