Commercial Roof Inspection in Denver
Find leaks, wet insulation and storm damage on your flat or low-slope roof before they reach your tenants, inventory or budget.
5 Highlights on Commercial Roof Inspection
Know the Condition of Every Square Foot
A commercial roof covers more area, more equipment and more penetrations than any home roof, and small failures spread quietly through the insulation. Our inspections give owners and property managers a clear, documented picture of what needs attention now and what can wait.
Every Flat Roof System
We inspect TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, built-up and coated roofs, plus metal and steep-slope sections.
Infrared Moisture Scanning
Thermal imaging finds wet insulation trapped under the membrane, so you replace only the saturated sections instead of the whole roof.
Drone Mapping of Large Roofs
Aerial imaging captures every section of big-box, warehouse and shopping-center roofs, with findings pinned to a roof plan.
Rooftop Equipment and Drainage
RTU curbs, pipe and conduit penetrations, drains, scuppers and gutters are checked for the leaks and ponding that cause most commercial roof failures.
Reports Built for Decision-Makers
Photo reports with a prioritized repair list and cost ranges that owners, property managers, adjusters and lenders can act on.
Wet insulation found early can be cut out and replaced in sections. Left alone, it spreads until the whole roof has to come off.
Why Choose Us
Why Property Owners Choose ARCM
ARCM Roofing installs and repairs commercial flat roofing across the Denver metro, so our inspectors know how these systems are built and where they fail. Our HAAG certified inspectors document hail and wind damage the way insurance adjusters do.
We're a certified Mule-Hide installer for TPO and EPDM systems — credentials you can verify — and we serve commercial properties from warehouses and office buildings to hospitals, schools and apartment communities.
What you get with an ARCM commercial inspection:
One point of contact
We schedule roof access with your property manager or maintenance team and work around tenants and business hours.
Every finding mapped and photographed
Each defect is numbered on a roof plan with a close-up photo, so your maintenance staff or any contractor can find it.
Honest repair-or-replace advice
If targeted repairs or a restoration coating will buy you years, we say so before recommending a full tear-off.
Warranty-ready documentation
Our reports support the periodic inspection records many membrane manufacturers and insurers expect.
Storm inspections at no cost
After hail or high winds we document damage for your carrier and can meet the adjuster on the roof.
What We Inspect
Where Commercial Roofs Fail
Most commercial roof leaks start at the same few places. Our inspection checks each of them on every section of the roof.
Membrane Field and Seams
We walk the full field looking for punctures, blisters, splits, shrinkage and failed seams, and probe lap seams on single-ply roofs. Hail bruising and foot-traffic damage near equipment get special attention.
Perimeter, Parapets and Coping
Edge metal, coping caps and parapet flashings are where wind lifts a roof first. We check fasteners, sealant joints and termination bars, and look for open seams in sheet metal.
Penetrations and Rooftop Units
HVAC curbs, exhaust fans, pipe boots, pitch pans and conduit supports are the most common leak sources on a commercial roof. We test each flashing and note any missing or failed sealant.
Drains, Scuppers and Ponding
We clear and check roof drains, overflow scuppers, gutters and downspouts, and map any area holding water 48 hours after rain. Ponding shortens membrane life and adds structural load.
Insulation and Deck Moisture
Infrared scans and moisture readings show where water has saturated the insulation. Interior checks of ceilings and the underside of the deck confirm active leaks and corrosion.
Skylights, Atriums and Walls
Skylight curbs, atrium glazing and roof-to-wall transitions are sealed and inspected, which matters most over mall corridors, sanctuaries and lobbies.
How We Work
Our Commercial Roof Inspection Process
A documented, repeatable process so every section of the roof is covered and every finding can be found again.
01
Records and Access
We review the roof age, system type, warranty and past leak history, and schedule roof access with your on-site contact.
02
Interior Walkthrough
We look at ceiling stains, active leaks and the underside of the deck where accessible, and mark leak locations to trace on the roof.
03
Drone and Infrared Survey
Aerial photos map the whole roof, and thermal imaging flags areas of trapped moisture for closer testing.
04
Hands-On Roof Inspection
Our inspector walks every section: field membrane, seams, perimeter, penetrations, equipment curbs and drainage. Suspect areas are confirmed with moisture readings or a small core cut that we patch the same day.
05
Written Report
You receive a photo report mapped to a roof plan, a condition rating for each roof section, and a prioritized repair list with cost ranges.
06
Review and Plan
We go over the findings with you and lay out short-term repairs, a maintenance schedule and a realistic replacement timeline for your capital budget.
Inspection time depends on roof size and access. We give you a schedule when you book.
Who It's For
Inspections for Every Commercial Property
Property managers and owners
Twice-yearly inspections and maintenance records for offices, retail centers and multifamily buildings.
Buyers, sellers and lenders
Due-diligence roof reports with remaining service life and repair costs before closing.
Churches and schools
Complete campus inspections covering steep sanctuaries, flat additions and fellowship halls.
Retail and shopping malls
Large-roof surveys with skylight, atrium and rooftop-equipment checks.
Warehouses and industrial
Metal and single-ply roofs with heavy equipment loads and long drainage runs.
After a storm
Free hail and wind damage documentation for your insurance claim.
Safety governs every inspection. Our crews follow OSHA fall protection standards, keep clear of roof edges and skylights, and use drone imaging where foot traffic would damage the roof or put anyone at risk.
FAQs
FAQs About Commercial Roof Inspection
›What does a commercial roof inspection include?
We inspect the membrane field, seams, perimeter edge metal, parapets and coping, rooftop unit curbs, pipe and conduit penetrations, drains, scuppers and gutters, plus interior ceilings and decking where accessible. Every finding is photographed and mapped to a roof plan in your written report.
›How often should a commercial roof be inspected?
Twice a year, in spring and fall, plus after any hailstorm or high-wind event. Most membrane manufacturers and many commercial insurance policies expect documented periodic inspections.
›Which roof systems do you inspect?
TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, built-up (BUR), coated roofs, standing seam and other metal systems, and the steep-slope sections common on churches, offices and mixed-use buildings.
›Do you use infrared moisture scanning?
Yes. Thermal imaging finds wet insulation under the membrane that looks dry from the surface. When the scan flags an area, we confirm it with moisture readings or a small core cut, which we patch the same day.
›Will the inspection disrupt my tenants or business?
No. Most of the work happens on the roof. We coordinate roof access with your property manager or maintenance staff and only need brief interior access to check ceilings or the underside of the deck.
›Can your report be used for an insurance claim or budget planning?
Yes. Reports include dated photos, damage measurements and a prioritized repair list with cost ranges, which adjusters, lenders, buyers and property managers use for claims, due diligence and capital budgets.
›How much does a commercial roof inspection cost?
Storm damage inspections are free. Routine, due-diligence and maintenance inspections are quoted upfront based on roof size, access and the systems on the building. Call (303) 306-8334 for a quote.
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