Why is early detection of a roof leak important? Water leaking into the property not only causes structural damage over time, it can also destroy valuable and perhaps irreplaceable contents in residential, commercial or business premises. The longer the seepage is neglected, the greater the expense to rectify the problem. There is also the potential for a risk to health when clean water is contaminated by debris entering from the leak site.
Locating the source of the leakage isn’t always straightforward and the first signs may be the evidence of mould growth and damp patches on the interior walls and ceilings. Climbing a ladder to search for disrepair can be a dangerous venture without the necessary experience, with the risk of causing further roof damage and even on inspection the leak site may not be obvious to the untrained eye. Thornton Consulting are highly respected specialists in their field, with more than 30 years of expertise in roof leak detection and the evaluation of breaches in all roofing systems throughout the UK and Ireland.
Although roof damage is often a result of storms and other adverse weather elements, it can also be due to the use of defective materials, sub-standard installation or poor maintenance. Thornton Consulting provide a condition survey service which is valuable for roofing contractors working on refurbishment projects of large commercial and industrial buildings, office and residential apartment blocks. Breaches in the waterproofing membrane can be identified by Electronic Leak Detection, using two different methods as appropriate for the specific membrane type and roof construction. This service provides reassurance to roofing operatives and contractors before completion that there are no breaches in the waterproofing which may cause infiltration in the future.
As
the saying goes, forewarned is forearmed and early awareness of any weak areas
in the roof which are a potential leak source can save expensive repair costs
required to rectify further deterioration. Thornton Consulting have a dedicated
team of experienced consultants, field testers and customer support who are
committed to providing a service which is consistent with the long-established
company ethics and core values. Call us today on 01342 410508.