ERS Energy Ltd provides planned maintenance programmes, emergency repair services, regular inspections and condition reports for commercial and industrial roofs across Leigh, Greater Manchester and the North West.
Preventive maintenance plans
Emergency response services
System performance monitoring
Regular inspections & reports
Why reactive repairs always cost more
Most commercial roof failures do not happen suddenly. Membrane blistering, blocked drainage, sealant breakdown and minor seam failures develop over months before they cause a visible leak. By the time water is getting in, the repair is rarely limited to the roof itself: insulation becomes saturated, internal finishes are damaged, stock or equipment below is at risk, and the business disruption compounds the cost well beyond the roof work.
Most commercial roofing warranties require documented maintenance records to remain valid. Insurers also increasingly require evidence of regular inspections before paying storm damage claims. A maintenance plan addresses both, and the cost is a fraction of a reactive emergency call out.
Inspection frequency for warehouses and industrial buildings
The industry standard minimum is twice a year, once in spring to assess winter damage and once in autumn to prepare for the cold season.
Buildings that need closer monitoring include:
Warehouses storing high value stock or equipment
Buildings with rooftop HVAC or industrial plant equipment
Roofs with a history of leaks or repeated repairs
Older roofs nearing the end of their expected lifespan
Properties exposed to severe weather or coastal conditions
Once a roof has demonstrated problems, quarterly inspection helps catch new issues immediately rather than allowing them to worsen between less frequent checks.
Post-storm inspections should be arranged after any severe weather event, regardless of your scheduled visit frequency. Leaving storm damage unaddressed between annual or biannual visits is the most common cause of claims being reduced or denied.
What we check during every inspection
Every inspection visit covers the full roof surface and associated systems and produces a written condition report with photographic records.
Checking for blistering, cracking, punctures and any areas of surface deterioration on TPO, EPDM and metal roofing systems.
Clearing and checking gutters, downspouts and flat roof drainage outlets. Blocked drainage is one of the most common causes of ponding water and membrane failure on flat industrial roofs.
Inspecting flashings around vents, rooflights and upstands, and checking sealant integrity at all junctions and penetrations.
Looking for signs of sagging, deflection or movement in the roof structure that could indicate a more serious underlying issue.
Where solar panels have been installed as part of a combined project, we check mounting integrity and visible panel condition alongside the roofing inspection.
Every visit produces a documented condition report with photographs, prioritised findings and recommended actions. This report forms part of your maintenance record for warranty and insurance purposes.
Emergency response is available around the clock for active leaks, storm damage or any situation where the roof is failing and your operations or building contents are at risk.
If you are on a maintenance plan with us, your building is already on record, which means faster response and no time spent explaining the system from scratch during an emergency.
For businesses not yet on a plan, we still respond to emergency calls. Getting a maintenance plan in place afterwards reduces the likelihood of the same situation recurring.
Call for Emergency RepairsRecent maintenance and repair projects
Ongoing maintenance support following a full roofing and solar installation, including regular inspections and documented condition reports for warranty compliance.
Post installation inspection and maintenance programme for a large PPE manufacturing site.
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Signs your roof needs attention now
Even without a maintenance plan in place, these are the warning signs that warrant an inspection rather than waiting:
Water stains on internal ceilings or walls
Visible pooling water on the roof surface after rainfall
Gutters overflowing or pulling away from the building
Blistering or bubbling on flat roof membrane sections
Rising energy bills without an obvious cause
A roof that has not been inspected in the last 12 months
Our EPC calculator is a useful starting point if rising energy bills are a concern. Roof insulation failure is one of the most direct causes of poor thermal performance in warehouse and industrial buildings.
Helpful guides for building owners
Full roof replacement when maintenance is no longer the right option.
A lower cost alternative to full replacement for roofs that are structurally sound.
Check your building's energy performance rating before planning any upgrades.
Whether you want to set up a planned maintenance programme or need an emergency repair, we are here to help.
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