4 Signs Your Multifamily Property Needs a Roofing Contractor 🏢

🏘️ Own or Manage a Multifamily Property? These Roofing Red Flags Matter

As a property owner or manager, your roof might be out of sight — but if you ignore it, it won’t stay out of mind for long.

Roofing issues in multifamily buildings can trigger:

• 🌧️ Multiple unit leaks
• 😠 Tenant complaints
• 💸 Costly damage and lawsuits
• 🏚️ Lost rent due to habitability issues

Proactive roof management protects your investment, your reputation, and your tenants.

Here are the top 4 signs it’s time to call a roofing contractor — like SRG Roofing — for a full inspection or repair.

🔧 1. Recurring Leaks or Water Stains

If water is showing up more than once — or in more than one unit — it’s not a fluke.

Warning signs:

• Brown or yellow spots on ceilings or walls
• Dripping during heavy rain
• Musty odors in upper-floor apartments
• Mold or mildew complaints from tenants

📷 Pro Tip: Always document where and when leaks occur. It helps pinpoint the cause.

Even small leaks can compromise insulation, drywall, and tenant belongings. Don’t wait.

💨 2. Storm Damage or Aging Shingles

After a storm, visible roof damage is common — but often overlooked on large multifamily roofs.

Watch for:

• Lifted or missing shingles
• Granule loss showing as bald patches
• Flashing that’s bent, rusted, or detached
• Sagging rooflines or pooling water on flat roofs

If your roof is over 15 years old, it’s time for regular annual inspections — no exceptions.

💬 “One weak spot on a 10-building complex can become 20+ tenant calls overnight.” — Tony G., SRG Project Manager

⚡ 3. Spiking Utility Bills in Upper Units

Noticed complaints from tenants about:

• Overheating in summer?
• Cold drafts in winter?
• Higher-than-normal electric bills?

This may signal:

• Poor roof insulation
• Ventilation issues
• Roof membrane damage (for flat roofs)

🔍 An expert inspection can uncover whether it’s a roofing issue — and suggest energy-saving upgrades like cool roofing, added insulation, or ridge vent systems.

📞 4. Tenant Complaints or Maintenance Requests Are Rising

If your maintenance team is patching ceilings or chasing attic leaks monthly, it’s time to step back and ask:

❓ “Are we fixing the roof — or just the symptoms?”

Frequent maintenance calls from tenants in:

• Top-floor units
• End units near flashing
• Units with skylights or attic space

…often trace back to roofing failure.

Investing in professional repair now prevents emergency costs later — and protects your building’s value.

🧠 Bonus: Why Multifamily Roofing Is Different

Managing a multifamily or apartment complex isn’t like a single-family home. You’re dealing with:

• Larger surface areas
• Complex drainage systems
• Firewalls and penetrations
• HOA and insurance compliance

🧰 SRG Roofing has specialized crews for large-scale roofing across:

• Apartment complexes
• Duplex and fourplex properties
• Senior housing
• HOAs and townhomes
• Mixed-use commercial/residential structures

🤝 Let SRG Roofing Help You Stay Ahead

Whether you're facing leaks today or planning next year’s capital improvements, we’re here with:

• Free inspections & aerial assessments 📸
• Preventive maintenance plans 🧰
• Emergency repair response 🚨
• Full replacements with long-term warranties 📄

📅 Schedule a roof inspection with SRG today at 1-877-779-3207 and let SRG Roofing help you avoid the next 4 AM leak call.