The Roof Asset Management Program

RAM vs. Warranties

Roof System Task Warranty The RAM Program
Roof Inspections
Recommended twice a year.
Owner responsibility Document roof conditions and detect problems before they become unmanageable.
Preventive Maintenance
Required by most warranties.
Owner responsibility Extends the life of the roof system and ensures long term performance of the roof system.
Housekeeping
Recommended twice a year, and required by most warranties.
Owner responsibility Removal of debris from the roof membrane, drains, gutters, and required by most warranties scuppers to ensure proper drainage.
Leak Repair
Response to roof leaks at the owner's request.
Might be covered by the warranty. The owner is responsible to provide written notification to the manufacturer. Quality workmanship along with fast, reliable service to minimize damage to the building and roof components.
Extensive Repair Service
Extensive remedial work caused by abuse, vandalism, acts of God, and alterations to the roof
Not covered Quality workmanship along with fast reliable service to minimize damage to the building and roof components system.
Roof Inspections
Recommended twice a year
Not covered Document roof conditions and detect problems before they become unmanageable.
Reports
Track the history of all roof activity.
Not covered Documented history of all roof activity including inspections, maintenance, repairs and leaks.
Additional Services
Effective roof asset management tools
Not covered
  • Infrared Roof Moisture Surveys
  • Roof Management Software
  • Information Database
  • Roof Replacement/Restoration

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