Roofing 101 Series

by: Steve Pinkus – Owner of Royal Roofing Company-Permission to reprint by Apartment Owners Assoication

Preventative maintenance is always better than waiting for a problem to arise and having to fix it in a panic. If you ignore the “check engine” light in your car for too long, you could end up stranded on the side of the road. If you do the same to your roof, you could be awake at 2:00 am during a storm begging for an emergency leak repair. Even after the clouds pass, you’ll be left with property damage, angry tenants, and a big bill from your roofer.

#1 Cause of Roof Damage

Contrary to popular belief, water is NOT the #1 cause of roof damage. Extreme weather is a culprit, but the sun does far more roof damage in the long run. In the summer months, the impacts of extreme heat and UV rays make your roof vulnerable before moisture becomes a problem. Similarly, fallen leaves and debris from a lack of regular maintenance can compromise the integrity of your roof.

Preventative Care

Just like with your car, you can stop many roof problems from happening with preventative care—but only if you know what to look for. The rainy season in Southern California can run as early as October and last through April showers in the spring. Completing the following checklist in advance of rain will not only save you money in the long run, but it is a quick and easy way to give you peace of mind for when the next storm strikes. Roof touch-ups can often be done in a single day and at a nominal expense, especially compared to fixing serious damage if you allow it to happen.

Check Roof Penetrations:

Like most good things in life, you have to watch out for unintended consequences. Air conditioning duct work, skylights, chimneys, and satellite dishes all need to penetrate the roof to be installed. Those penetrations are far more susceptible to leaking compared to the “filed” where the roofing material is uninterrupted. Any roof opening MUST be monitored carefully. Luckily, preventative touch-ups to the seals are easy, affordable, and effective.

Fix Physical Damage:

Cracked seals? Worn down shingles? Broken tiles? Rain only needs one point of entry to compromise the protection your roof is giving you. Physical roof damage is the most obvious red flog this is somehow still ignored too often. Replacing a few broken tiles now can save you from having to spend thousands of dollars on repairing your building after heavy rainfall.

Look for Ponding Water:

When it does rain, a quick peek at the roof could reveal major red flags. For flat and low slope roofs, the accumulation (“ponding”) of water can reveal which areas of your roof need attention. While some ponding water remaining for 12-48 hours after it rains can be normal, significant ponding more than 48 hours after a storm is a red flag. Even if it has not rained for months, you can still check for signs of ponding, as indicated by black or brown discoloration on your roof. Even worse, if you see staining on the ceiling inside you already have a problem and need to call a specialist immediately.

Ensure Water Can Flow:

When there is rain, it needs to flow freely without interruption. Clogged gutters, drains, and downspouts mean two things: not only will the backed-up water sit and soak in to cause damage, but it can overflow and go upstream where it should not. Simply clearing away leaves and debris can stop the build-up of water and save you thousands of dollars. If the fallen leaves and branches become unmanageable, you may need to trim back overgrown trees.

Keep Maintenance Records:

Logging oil changes and service for your car removes doubt and instills confidence for both you and potential buyers in the future. Just like your car, your property benefits from setting a maintenance plan and keeping detailed records. Every time someone steps on your roof, you must log it: otherwise the results of your hard work by following the steps above are not being maximized. By documenting maintenance, service calls, and suspected wear patterns, you can prove how well you take care of your roof. You’ll be empowered when talking to roofing contractors, and your bank account will thank you for it.

Of course, safety should always be your #1 priority. If you’re unable to safely get on your roof, cannot view it from a ladder, or just want an expert there from the start, call a Royal Roofing Company specialist today for a free roof inspection. (Editor’s Note* see the partners page at rhaoregon.org for roofers in the Portland area) Roofing 101 is provided for by Royal Roofing Company and led by industry veteran and owner Steve Pinkus. Royal Roofing Company has stayed in continuous business for nearly 40 years in Sourthern California under the same license. That’s because they (continued on page 11)

ARTICLE III – QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP, FEES, DUES AND PRIVILEGES

Section 1. (2022 CHANGES)CLASSES: There shall be four total classifications of membership in the association; three shall be regular members and one shall be a limited member. Regular members are called: Active Membership, Vendor Membership, and Professional Membership. Limited members are called Designation Membership.

Section 2. (2022 CHANGES)ACTIVE Membership shall include owners/operators of any residential property which is rented or leased (aka landlords or residential housing providers).

Section 3. (2022 CHANGES)VENDOR Membership shall include any person, firm (except property management), or organization, which provides goods or services that would be of benefit to the owners or operators of rental housing. Vendor Members shall be provided opportunities to make their goods and services known to Regular and Professional Members.

Section 4. (2022 CHANGES)PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP Shall include those individuals, firms or organizations that provide fee-based management services to owners or operators of rental housing (aka property managers and property management companies). This class of membership shall enjoy all the benefits of Active Membership and Vendor Membership, along with those benefits of Designation Membership. Dues shall be charged according to current schedules for Regular Membership not to exceed the maximum annual amount based on the number of units managed that constitute their Designation Members.

Section 5. (2022 CHANGES)DESIGNATION membership Shall Include clients of Professional Members (property managers) who have limited access to association benefits, including: legislative advocacy, designated classes, legal updates, and events (provided they are registered in advance by their designated Professional Member).

Sections 5, 6 and 7 to be changed to 6, 7 and 8 respectively. (All references in the By-Laws to Active- Affiliate and or Affiliate classifications to be updated to Vendor or Professional Member as appropriate).

Section 8. (2022 CHANGES)PRIVILEGES: Members of all classes shall be entitled to receive all benefits as presented in the current association Value Proposition established at the time of member’s application. The Board of Directors shall approve separate privileges of membership or changes to the Value Proposition for each of the four classes no later than September 30 each year to be effective on January 1 of the following calendar year. Nothing contained in these by-laws will prevent more than one individual of a single paid membership from participating in the corresponding activities attached to that specific membership. Section 1. Only Regular, Vendor or Professional Members shall be equally eligible to hold elective office and the President and President-Elect shall be from the Active or Professional membership classification, and except that the majority of members of the Board of Directors shall be Active or Professional members.

Section 2. All members from the four classes of membership shall be equally eligible to vote. Each paid membership shall be eligible to cast one vote at general membership meetings and if so elected, at Board of Director meetings.

ARTICLE V – OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 1. OFFICERS: The officers of this association shall be President, President-Elect, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Immediate Past President. Officers, except for the Immediate Past President, shall be elected at the general meeting of members in November and shall serve for a period of two years beginning on the first day of January following the election.

Section 12. There shall be at least 15 and not more than 20 members of the Board of Directors which shall include all of the elected officers, the Immediate Past President, and at least one Vendor Member and no more than six Vendor members.

ARTICLE VI – COMMITTEES

Section 7. The MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE shall be responsible for attracting new members and retaining existing members. It shall have a Vendor subcommittee whose responsibilities are directed toward gaining Vendor members. It shall have a Welcoming subcommittee whose responsibilities are directed toward assisting new members in getting acquainted with association activities and welcoming all members at the door at general membership meetings.

ARTICLE VII – ELECTION OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

Section 1. The NOMINATING COMMITTEE shall consist of a Past President who shall chair the committee and who shall select two Active Members from the current Board of Directors and two other Active or Vendor members. The Nominating Committee shall remain on call during the calendar year and shall convene as needed to nominate a replacement if a vacancy occurs among any of the officers or other members of the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE X – AMENDMENTS (2022 CHANGES)These By-Laws may be altered or repealed by other By-Laws adopted by a majority vote of the Board of Directors and then approved at a general membership meeting. A copy of the proposed changes shall be posted on the RHA Oregon website and sent via mail or e-mail to the general membership no less than once a month for two consecutive months prior to a general membership vote.

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VOTING November 17, 2021 INSTALLATION of Directors & Officers December 15, 2021

OFFICERS

Melinda McClelland-President Jerad Goughnour-President Elect John Sage-Vice President Lynne Whitney-Secretary Elaine Elsea-Treasurer

NOMINATION FOR DIRECTORS

Two Year Term Tamara Collins Charles Kovas Diana Lindemann Rod Akroush Sebastian Sanchez Phil Owen Mark Passannante-Executive Member at Large DIRECTORS CONTINUING TO SERVE

One Year Term Remaining Jim Herman Katie O’Neal Doug Moe Jake Ramirez Violet Anderson

November

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Holiday Safety

As the Holiday Season approaches, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue wants to encourage you to take safety measures to ensure you and your family has a safe and happy celebration.

Holiday Lights

 Use only UL approved lights.  Always use indoor lights/inside & outdoor/outside.  Never use light sets with broken or missing sockets, and/or frayed or cracked wires. Any one of these hazards may cause an electrical shock or fire.

Candles

 Place candles on candle holders that are sturdy, uncluttered, and are unable to be knocked over by people or pets.  Keep candles away from things that can burn such as curtains, decorations, trees or paper.  Always extinguish candles before leaving the room or going to bed.  Never leave candles unattended.  Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children.  Better yet, use battery operated candles.

Holiday Trees

 Select a fresh tree. It should be green and the needles hard to pull from the branches. If the needles do fall off easily - - - the tree is too dry.  When you get home, make a fresh cut on the base of the tree and place in the tree stand.  Water immediately and daily as needed.  Place your tree away from heat sources and dispose of your tree by recycling it.  Never burn your tree in the fireplace.

Decorations

 Keep decorations away from open flames such as candles and fireplaces.  Never burn wrapping paper and/or plastics in the fireplace due to high flammability and/or off-gassing.

For more fire safety tips, visit www.tvfr.com