Baccaro Roofing GuideAnnual Maintenance Schedule for Texas Commercial Roofs
A documented annual maintenance schedule extends Texas commercial roof life by 5–10 years and keeps manufacturer warranties intact. Here's the schedule we use for RGV commercial properties.
The 12-month schedule
January — Post-winter inspection
- Walk the roof, photograph any cold-weather damage
- Check for sealant cracks (cool weather contraction)
- Clear any debris from drains
- Verify HVAC unit mounts didn't shift in winter winds
February — Drainage and parapet check
- Test all roof drains by running water
- Inspect parapet wall coping caps
- Photograph baseline condition for the year
- Schedule any spring repairs ahead of storm season
March — Pre-storm-season prep
- Re-tighten any loose screws on metal roofs
- Re-seal any vulnerable penetrations
- Verify HVAC tie-downs and curbs
- Trim back any tree branches near the roof
April — Spring storm response readiness
- Establish emergency contact protocol with roofer
- Verify insurance documentation up to date
- Document existing condition with timestamped photos
May — Hurricane season prep (1)
- Hurricane season starts June 1 — this is your last chance to address known issues
- Check all flashing details
- Verify sealant integrity at all penetrations
- Clear gutters/scuppers/drains
June — Hurricane watch + summer heat
- After any tropical storm or named storm in the Gulf, walk the roof
- Photograph any damage immediately
- Heat-test seam integrity on TPO (look for de-bonding)
July — Mid-summer heat check
- Highest UV month in RGV — inspect membrane for surface degradation
- Check for ponding water that develops in summer (deck softening)
- Re-secure any HVAC service damage from summer maintenance trips
August — Hail season tail-end + storm watch
- Continue post-storm walks after any hail event
- Document any new damage for potential insurance claims
September — Mid-fall walk
- Major storm season month for the RGV
- After every named storm or hail event: walk + photograph
- Schedule any urgent repairs before fall maintenance backlog
October — Annual deep inspection
- Full walk: surface, seams, penetrations, drainage
- Comparison to baseline photos from February
- Identify all issues for end-of-year repair scheduling
- Update documentation with current photo set
November — Pre-winter prep
- Complete any deferred repairs
- Re-test all drains
- Document final condition before winter
- Update insurance binder if needed
December — Quiet month review
- Review all year's incidents and maintenance
- Update the schedule for next year
- Budget any major work for next fiscal year
What to document
Every maintenance visit should produce: - Date + time + weather - Photos of all roof areas (typically 30+ photos) - Specific issues identified with severity (urgent / quarterly / annual) - Work performed (if any) at this visit - Cost of any work performed - Recommended next steps with cost estimates
Keep all documentation in a single folder for the property. After 5+ years, you'll have a complete maintenance history that supports insurance claims, lease negotiations, and resale.
When to bring in a professional
You can do basic visual checks yourself if comfortable with rooftop work and the building has safe access. Bring in a professional commercial roofer for: - Annual deep inspection (October) - Any post-storm assessment - Any active leak diagnosis - Sealant work or seam repair - HVAC tie-down or vent stack work
For a full inspection, see Commercial Roof Inspection in the RGV.
Cost-benefit
Annual maintenance program for a typical 10,000 sqft RGV commercial roof: - 2 inspections + light maintenance: $1,500–$3,000/year - Roof life extension: 5–10 years on a $80,000 replacement - ROI: 5–10× within 10 years
Plus: keeps manufacturer warranty valid (most require documented inspections), reduces emergency repair costs (fewer leaks), improves tenant satisfaction.
Common questions
Do we need to do this in-house or contract it?
Either works. In-house is cheaper but requires staff training and proper safety equipment. Contracting is more reliable for documentation and consistency.
What if we're a multi-building portfolio?
Volume discounts apply. We offer portfolio maintenance programs at flat-rate pricing.
Will this satisfy insurance requirements?
In most cases, yes. Some policies have specific requirements — check yours. Documented professional maintenance is a positive factor in claims and renewals.
Schedule your maintenance program
(956) 600-0501 — set up an annual schedule for any commercial property in the RGV. Bilingual crew, same-week scheduling.