Location
Snellville, GA
Facts of Loss:
- 13 yr old roof sustained severe hailstorm damage which fractured the TPO roof
- Multiple leaks were reported overtime by the tenants
- Varied patch repairs by other roofers were completed but the leaks continued
Problem:
- During heavy rainfall – multiple tenants shut down to prohibit potential slip and fall claims due to wet floors.
- The building-owner expressed frustration and was seek a long-term resolution
- Ceiling tiles were discolored due to repeated water intrusion
- Buckets and “Caution” signs were throughout the building
- Increased maintenance costs due to failed repairs
Solution:
- Installed a new 60 mil TPO roof system
- Added extra insulation for energy efficiency
- All material & equipment was stagged in the back corner lot to alleviate business interruption during the 7-day install
- Our OSHA safety team design a perimeter walkway for all businesses to ensure construction zones were adhered too for property entry and exit of the plaza
Replacement Cost:
- Estimated at $410,000
Actual Costs:
- No additional costs were incurred outside of the original estimate
Savings:
- Immediate savings of $30K (During our inspection there were 12 active leaks @ $2500+/- each patch repair)
- Reduced maintenance costs by 30% annually due to monthly patch repairs
- Activated roof maintenance plan stopped patch repairs and extended life of new TPO system installed
- Increased energy efficiency leading to a 20% reduction in heating and cooling expenses
Conclusion:
By replacing the damaged roof with a new 60 mil TPO system, we not only restored the building’s integrity but also provided significant cost savings and energy efficiency improvements. The client now enjoys a safer, more efficient retail warehouse space with minimal long-term maintenance expenses and a restored trustworthy relationship with all tenants.
