Roof Eval 2012 Shop Visual Inspection.pdf

This is a Roof Inspection Report (Limited Visual Inspection) prepared by A-Tech/Northwest, Inc. for the Portland Area Indian Health Service facility located at the Western Oregon Service Unit Chemawa Health Center Maintenance Shop (Building #-020) in Salem, Oregon. The inspection was conducted on December 13, 2012, and reported on March 11, 2013 (Project #12321).

The facility features three metal roofs (Roofs A, B, and C) totaling approximately 3,022 square feet, with an age of 13 years and expected lifespan of 10 additional years with new fasteners. The roofs currently exhibit fair to poor condition with significant fastener deterioration issues, including elongated fastener holes and extensive caulking work. Primary problems identified include metal roof panel fastener failures, plastic vapor retarder leakage potential, and gutter maintenance needs. The report recommends two action paths: (1) remove and replace existing fasteners with oversized fasteners with neoprene washers (estimated $2,900 in repair maintenance costs for 2013), or (2) complete roof system replacement with a standing seam assembly. Budget estimates for replacement systems range from $12,300 to $45,350, depending on system type (single-ply, built-up, good quality metal, or best quality metal). General maintenance recommendations include twice-annual in-house inspections, independent professional inspections every other year, interior vapor retarder sealing, and gutter cleaning. The report emphasizes that without regular maintenance, the existing roof system will continue developing moisture migration problems affecting the wood deck and interior conditions.