Preventive Maintenance
Small, scheduled work that prevents big, unscheduled bills.
Crews clear drains, reseal penetrations, repair flashing and document every visit, the routine work that most roof failures trace back to skipping.
Outcomes
What preventive maintenance delivers
Scheduled visits that keep small issues from becoming leaks.
Fewer leaks
Most leaks start at drains, penetrations and flashing, exactly where maintenance focuses.
Longer roof life
Preventive care extends service life to 20–35 years, versus 10–14 with no maintenance.
Lower total cost
Reactive maintenance runs about 4x the cost of a managed preventive program.
Documented compliance
Visit records support warranty and insurance requirements.
Predictable budgets
Scheduled visits replace surprise repair bills with planned, line-item spend.
Less disruption
Problems get fixed on your schedule, not during a leak over inventory or tenants.
What this includes
Preventive Maintenance from TEMA IFM
- Drain, scupper and gutter clearing
- Penetration and pitch-pan resealing
- Flashing and counterflashing repairs
- Seam and membrane inspection and repair
- Rooftop debris removal
- Rooftop equipment curb and sealant checks
- Photo-documented visit reports in TEMA IQ
- Repair recommendations ranked by priority
Roof lifespan
Preventive maintenance adds 10 to 25 years to a roof
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) compared three approaches to roof maintenance and their effect on service life.
- No maintenance10–14 yrs
- Reactive maintenance14–20 yrs
- Preventive maintenance20–35 yrs
4x
more expensive to run roofs reactively than through a managed preventive program.
Don’t react, be proactive
And that number leaves out the real damage
A study by a national roofing manufacturer found reactive maintenance cost four times more than preventive maintenance. It counted repair costs only, not wet insulation, roof deck damage from leaks or the years taken off the roof’s life.
See the math for your portfolio
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TEMA Total Care
A maintenance program you can see from anywhere
Every visit, photo and dollar lands in TEMA IQ, so facility and finance teams see the same live picture across every location.
- Cloud portal with live budgets, inspections and maintenance for every location
- Scheduled spring and fall visits, plus post-storm checks
- Visit records built to keep manufacturer warranties valid
- Care plans tailored to each roof system and climate
- 24/7 emergency response through the same team
- Repair recommendations ranked by urgency and cost
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Who we serve
Preventive Maintenance across every industry
Available to every portfolio we manage.
Self-Storage
Metal and low-slope facilities at scale.
Commercial Properties
Office, retail and mixed-use portfolios.
Multifamily & HOAs
Apartment communities, condos and associations.
Senior Living
Independent, assisted and memory care communities.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Warehouses, distribution and production facilities.
Education & Campuses
K-12 districts, colleges and universities.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and medical office buildings.
Municipalities
Cities, counties and public agencies.
Roof Management
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FAQ
Preventive Maintenance questions
How often should a roof be maintained?
Twice a year is standard for most commercial roofs, plus a check after major storms.
Is maintenance available without a full plan?
Yes, but most clients save by bundling it into a roof management plan.
What does preventive maintenance actually save?
Industry data shows reactive maintenance costs about 4x more, before counting wet insulation, deck damage and lost roof life. Our PM ROI Calculator estimates savings for your portfolio.
Will maintenance keep our roof warranty valid?
Most manufacturer warranties require documented maintenance. Every TEMA visit is photo-documented and stored in TEMA IQ for that reason.
Do you handle repairs found during visits?
Yes. Minor repairs are typically completed during the visit; larger items are quoted, prioritized and managed through the same work order.
Not sure where to start?
Start with a roof assessment. We’ll document condition, prioritize the work and show you what should happen next.