That’s a fair point—waiting for obvious signs can definitely backfire, especially with how unpredictable Midwest storms get. I’ve seen green roofs hold up better against pooling, but even then, I still check after heavy rain or snow just in case. Curious if anyone’s actually caught a problem early just by doing those quick post-storm checks? Or is it usually something you only notice when it’s already a headache?
Curious if anyone’s actually caught a problem early just by doing those quick post-storm checks? Or is it usually something you only notice when it’s already a headache?
You’d be surprised how many times a quick walk on the roof after a storm saves you from a full-on disaster. I’ve seen folks spot little things—like a popped seam or a clogged drain—that would’ve turned into indoor waterfalls if they hadn’t checked. Midwest storms are sneaky like that... one minute it’s fine, next thing you know, you’re setting up buckets in the break room.
I will say, sometimes you don’t catch anything, and it feels like overkill. But I’d rather feel silly than mop up soggy ceiling tiles. Once found a softball-sized hail dent hiding behind an AC unit—never would’ve seen it from the ground, but it was slowly letting water in. It’s not always glamorous work, but those quick checks have definitely saved me some headaches (and cash).
Guess what I’m saying is, keep doing those post-storm strolls. Even green roofs need an occasional look under the hood, so to speak.
