The elements required for establishing proper roof maintenance guidelines on metal roof systems are similar to maintenance conducted on conventional systems. The roofing contractor should have knowledge of different metal roof systems and their application procedures. Familiarity with these systems can help identify typical problem areas that will require routine maintenance
In fact, metal roof leaks can typically be traced to four common application errors. Roofing contractors that are aware of these items on service calls for metal roof systems can be of great benefit to the building owner. When answering these service calls, the first four areas for which the repairman should look are: