Industrial building roof test? (2 questions)

[Ajay Sharma]

Hello,

I have an industrial building, 40k sq ft. 16 k sq ft is a new roof.

I have two specific leaks that roofer is working to fix, after new roof install. We are having dry weather. What us best way to test if roof leaks are sealed? Should i turn up hose of water on roof for 8+ hrs to make sure two leaks on new roof are sealed? Im not sure i have luxury of waiting for next rainfall. Any suggestions to test roof leak is resolved?

2nd question, we have new roof and i was expecting slope to help drain new roof. See pics. Are these puddles normal or failure to angle roof towards drainage?

Your help and feedback is much appreciated.

Rgds,

AJ

[Laticia Braxton]

Hello Ajay,

A water test is exactly what you should do.  All of my commercial roofers do that by using a hose on the roof for several hours.  I am not sure if you need a full 8 hours, but the roof should be completely saturated before you check the spaces for signs of leaks.  I don't see any pictures, but the puddles may not be a major concern, although I'm sure it's not what you want to see on a brand new roof. Your roofing installer should be able to explain to you why you have ponding in those areas.

Best of luck to you!

Laticia