{"id":12049,"date":"2025-06-23T12:56:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T17:56:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/?p=12049"},"modified":"2025-06-23T12:56:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T17:56:14","slug":"commercial-roof-storm-damage-protection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/blog\/commercial-roof-storm-damage-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"Commercial Roof Storm Damage: Advice From Professionals on How To Protect Your Flat Roof"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class =\"disclaim\">\n<p><b>Disclaimer:<\/b> Please note that this article is intended to provide general information only about commercial roofing systems, and is not a substitute for professional advice from a roofing contractor, architect or other specifier with respect to any particular roofing project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Preventing storm damage to buildings and property is akin to asking the wind to stop blowing. With Mother Nature being what she is, it would be futile. The challenges storms present will always be a factor for designers and manufacturers as they consider the best roofing material options for structures. The same is true for the installers of commercial roofing systems.<\/p>\n<p>Roof storm damage is an ongoing test for contractors. Depending on location, climate and meteorological conditions, some years yield more storms than others. While impossible to prevent, roof storm damage can be mitigated by following specific proactive steps when installing commercial roofing systems.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, two IAAP certified installers offer their perspectives and expertise about how to protect a flat roof from storm damage. Phillip Kerri, chief operations officer of RoofTech Systems Ltd. in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, says the first step is to confirm the dynamic wind uplift required for the roof in its specific geographical area. \u201cOnce this is determined, we ensure that the roof type and fastening methods meet the CSA A123.21 Wind Uplift Resistance Guideline,\u201d he notes. The CSA guideline is the standard test method for low-slope membrane roofing systems\u2019 dynamic wind uplift resistance. Wind design loads of roof coverings are <a href=\"https:\/\/nrc.canada.ca\/en\/research-development\/products-services\/software-applications\/wind-load-calculators-roof-cladding-vegetated-roof-assembly\/app\/calculator-selection.html\" target=\"_blank\">calculated<\/a> based on Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) as specified by the National Building Code of Canada. \u201cMost of our installations are 2-ply mod bit systems that protect against puncture and are much better for the cold weather climate,\u201d says Kerri, \u201cbut we also install TPO and EPDM.\u201d Based on specifications, RoofTech installs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/torchflex-tp-180-ff-base\/\" >Torchflex\u2122 TP-180-FF-Base sheet<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/torchflex-tp-250-cap\/\" target=\"_blank\">Torchflex\u2122 TP-250- Cap Sheet<\/a> (polyester-reinforced membranes) for tear resistance, HD with extra reinforcement or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/protectobase-180\/\" >ProtectoBase\u2122 180<\/a> for extra puncture resistance.<\/p>\n<p>On the west coast in British Columbia, BestWest Group President Brock Maglio employs additional practices to mitigate flat-roof storm damage, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plans for high-wind exposure using <a href=\"https:\/\/csacalculator.iko.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">wind uplift calculators<\/a>.\n<ul>\n<li>Use of fastening systems that meet or exceed specified wind loads.<\/li>\n<li>Use of fasteners approved by the membrane manufacturer.<\/li>\n<li>Use of fastening patterns that include additional fasteners in corners and along perimeters of the roof area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Price quotes that include premium materials.\n<ul>\n<li>SBS product lines.<\/li>\n<li>Heavy-gauge sheet metal.<\/li>\n<li>Substrates, such as plywood or engineered roof boards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Upgraded warranty programs.\n<ul>\n<li>Manufacturers\u2019 extended warranties.<\/li>\n<li>Oversight and collaboration by the material manufacturer\u2019s technical representatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Maglio\u2019s commercial roofing projects are collaborations between owners, envelope engineers\/consultants and manufacturers, such as IKO. He says, \u201cWe tend to stick to similar planning protocols and roof system types regardless of the specific group involved. As an installer, the weight of the roof\u2019s warranty usually lies directly on our shoulders as a company. First, we must protect the roof from storm events, and second, our bottom line from the warranty claims that storm damage causes.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Maglio shares that he experienced issues with other products early in his career. In those instances, granule loss was the main issue. \u201cThe winter season is when we deal with warranty issues,\u201d he shares, \u201cmainly due to rain; and the biggest obstacle we face is the time we spend figuring out the issue, which may or may not be the roof.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When asked about materials best suited for installation in areas, like Newfoundland, with frequent high winds and storms, the RoofTech team primarily uses 2-ply <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/app-modified-bitumens\/\">modified bitumen systems<\/a>. \u201cMod bit materials have a granular surface that holds up well to high and frequent precipitation and wind. The membranes also have high-puncture and tear resistance, which prevents damage from blowing debris,\u201d says Kerri.<\/p>\n<p>Likewise, given BestWest\u2019s base in the heart of metro Vancouver, they are inundated with heavy rain and strong winds. \u201cWe always use torch-on SBS systems and increasingly choose IKO Commercial product lines,\u201d says Maglio. \u201cWe install IKO because they directly support our business more than others; they have good quality, straightforward product lines, and a Diamond Shield Warranty option. Maglio\u2019s go-to materials for building roof systems to protect against storm damage include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/iko-mvp-modified-vapour-protector\/\">IKO MVP (Modified Vapour Protector)Vapour Barrier<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/ikotherm\/\">IKO IKOTherm\u2122 polyiso insulation and tapering kits<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/protectoboard\/\">IKO Protectoboard\u2122<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/torchflex-tp-180-sf-base-3-0\/\">IKO Torchflex\u2122 Base Heat Welded Base Sheet<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/torchflex-tp-hd-cap\/\">IKO Torchflex\u2122 TP-HD-Cap Heat Welded Cap Sheet<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Roof repairs and, when necessary, reroofing following a storm incident present significant challenges depending on the circumstances. RoofTech\u2019s Kerri hasn\u2019t experienced a substantial roof blow-off on his commercial roof installations. He encounters issues mostly from older roofs where installers don\u2019t follow the code. However, RoofTech helped residential roofing contractors in his area following a recent hurricane that passed through the region. \u201cWe had a list of almost 200 homes and buildings with jobs as small as replacing several shingles up to missing full sides of the material,\u201d shares Kerri. \u201cWe rallied our men together and installed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/na\/residential-roofing-accessories\/synthetic-underlayments\/stormtite\/\">IKO Stormtite\u00ae synthetic underlayment<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/na\/residential-roofing-accessories\/ice-water-protectors\/stormshield\/\">IKO StormShield\u00ae Ice &#038; Water Protector<\/a> for two and a half days just to weathertight the roofs before another 50 mm of rain and wind swept across the region. We completed all 200 structures on our list before the rain returned,\u201d Kerri proudly notes. \u201cOnce the rain passed, we returned to tackle permanent roof repairs, which took several weeks. There was never a single report of water damage from the rain with the temporary patches.\u201d He says it was a problematic, but successful, situation for everyone involved, especially the homeowners.<\/p>\n<p>One of the BestWest team\u2019s most significant tasks is fixing storm-damaged roofs and repairing them to withstand another occurrence. \u201cOne of our region\u2019s unique climate-related challenges is the rapid temperature shift that can occur after a snowstorm,\u201d states Maglio. \u201cWhen it\u2019s snowing, and the roof is frozen, the drains usually become ice-blocked. We often encounter roof flooding when temperatures rise above zero degrees Celsius, and heavy rain follows on top of snow and ice. Drainage on flat roofs can remain blocked during this period, causing water levels to reach heights where weak points in the system are exposed,\u201d he explains.<\/p>\n<p>When ice blocks are present, leaks usually follow, causing severe water damage. \u201cSince these conditions happen fast and are often temporary, locating the points of entry can take time and effort,\u201d shares Maglio. When repairing the roof for a future storm occurrence, he says their solutions need to be more comprehensive than those of the existing or outgoing roof system. \u201cThis sometimes requires changes to the roof design, such as incorporating additional slope and drainage,\u201d he notes.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2025\/06\/CommercialFlatRoofWithSnow.jpeg\" alt=\"Commercial flat roof with snow\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In its 20-year history, BestWest Group has faced comparable challenges in the aftermath of storms. Maglio recalls one in particular: \u201cIt was a new roof with an internal drain failure, which meant a lot of water poured directly into the building.\u201d He says the volume of rain Vancouver gets is daunting. \u201cBeing close to the ocean, we don\u2019t get a lot of snow, but it can be significant when we do. After snow, the temperature may rise quickly and turn to rain. In this scenario, the drainage can\u2019t keep up with the volume of water,\u201d Maglio comments. Additionally, Vancouver\u2019s frequent and heavy windstorms often cause power outages, leading to other problems.<\/p>\n<p>Weather can remain a deterrent following storm damage, making it challenging to execute the roof repair. All roof installations mandate dry working conditions; so, often, temporary solutions are required. Liquid membranes, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iko.com\/comm\/product\/iko-ms-detail\/\">IKO MS Detail<\/a>, serve well when quickly sealing a roof defect. \u201cIn other scenarios, we may use leak-seal products or tarping techniques to shed water away from the points of ingress,\u201d Maglio notes. \u201cScheduling the permanent repairs can be difficult because owners face urgency. In the middle of winter, breaks in the weather are few and far between, and circumstances are usually compounded by having multiple customers in the same situation simultaneously.\u201d Serving everyone satisfactorily can be difficult, he shares.<\/p>\n<p>In Maglio\u2019s experience, customer knowledge of products and their application varies depending on circumstance. \u201cOur industry is competitive, and our customer base isn\u2019t always knowledgeable enough about specifics to make an informed decision,\u201d he says, \u201cso that\u2019s where we come in.\u201d When competitors offer lower-cost options, customers are attracted to what they perceive as saving money, but often, the roof design and execution are inferior. He notes persuading owners to choose quality over price can be tricky, but these decisions often come to light during storm season.<\/p>\n<p>As a takeaway from this guide, consider resources from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">FM Global<\/a> for roofing professionals who want to learn more. FM Global offers access to various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fm.com\/resources\/fm-data-sheets\" target=\"_blank\">educational materials<\/a> designed to increase property protection awareness and understanding. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Disclaimer: Please note that this article is intended to provide general information only about commercial roofing systems, and is not a substitute for professional advice from a roofing contractor, architect or other specifier with respect to any particular roofing project. 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