The Garage Door Company, based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Kilmarnock and Dundee, are one of the leading garage door repairers and installers in southern Scotland.
One of the issues our garage door repairers come across is damage to electrically powered garage doors in flat-roofed garages, caused by water ingress. When properly installed and maintained, flat or pent roofs represent an excellent option for a garage. However, if issues arise and go unnoticed, a damaged flat roof can lead to significant problems, including harm to your remote control garage door. Here are some common problems we see with flat garage roofs and how they can impact your remote control garage door:
Water that remains in the same spot for over 48 hours, known as ponding, is a common issue caused by dips in the roof. If left untreated, it can wear down the roof membrane and seep into your garage, potentially damaging the electric door opener.
Moisture build-up can lead to the growth of plants, moss, weeds, and fungus. This is an issue in southern Scotland that our garage door repairers come across quite often. Regularly checking for and removing these growths helps maintain roof health and prevent moisture from affecting the electric components of your garage door.
Older garages may have rusted nails that can fall out or allow water to seep through. Addressing this quickly can prevent water from damaging the garage door opener.
Blisters in the roof membrane, caused by trapped water, can burst and let water seep directly into the garage. This requires specialist a repair to protect your garage’s electrical components.
Significant structural movement due to subsidence or land heave can tear the roof. This often necessitates at least a partial repair to prevent water damage to the garage door mechanism.
Faulty installations can lead to punctures in the waterproofing membrane, creating entry points for water. Prompt repairs can prevent these from affecting your garage door’s electrical system.
Maintaining your flat garage roof is crucial not only for the roof’s longevity but also for protecting your electric, remote control garage door. Regular inspections and timely repairs can prevent small issues from becoming major problems, ensuring both your roof and your garage door mechanism remain in optimal condition. If you suspect any roof damage, contact a specialist to safeguard your garage and its components. We install new garage doors across southern Scotland, and we maintain and repair existing doors. Our sister company Precast Garages builds quality, affordable new garages.
Call us free on 0800 889 777, or call your nearest garage doors branch direct:
Glasgow on 0141 773 0902
Edinburgh on 0131 337 3332
Kilmarnock on 01563 542984
Dundee on 01382 213052
Alternatively, drop us a line at info@garage-door.co.uk