Flat roofs by their very nature will collect some water when it rains.
Flat roof holds water.
Roof systems are simply not designed to hold water.
It may also void your warranty.
This can be done professionally or by homeowners who have access to a ladder and a power washer or a hose with.
Even flat roofs contain a slight slope to maintain positive drainage.
Act as a magnifying glass on the roof under the pond which increases the damaging ultraviolet exposure of that area of the.
Additionally over time rainwater can cause dips within the roof.
However excessive ponding threatens your roof.
The consequences of your flat roof collecting standing water.
The design of a flat roof can sometimes prevent rain and precipitation water from draining properly making standing water a common problem.
Collect dirt which may cause the growth of vegetation or telegraph mud cracking to the roof below.
A lot of times the roof is not as flat as the contractors promise it will be.
These dips will collect rainwater more easily.
Ponding water is typically a sign of a drainage problem that needs to be addressed because when left unaddressed ponding water on a roof can.
If water is backing onto the roof clean out the gutters to restore proper water flow.