Downtown, the two- and three-story buildings along Main Street have flat membrane or built-up roofs with parapets, internal drains and scuppers, and rooftop equipment. Asset Roofing & Chimney repairs seams, drains, scuppers, parapet caps and flashing on these roofs, and can work with building owners, property managers and commercial tenants on scheduling.
Repair or replace? What we tell Somerville homeowners
We trace leaks on older Somerville homes from inside where attic access exists, then inspect each flashing detail above the stain. Repairs mean new step and counter-flashing, new valley metal, proper porch-roof flashing and matching shingles. If the roof has been patched many times we tell you how much sound life remains so you can decide between repairing now and planning a replacement.
On downtown commercial buildings we start with the drains and scuppers, then walk the seams and parapets. Many leaks in older downtown buildings trace back to a blocked drain or a failed parapet cap rather than the membrane itself. We provide a written report and scope for the owner or manager.
