This 13,050 sq ft Kal Tire service facility presented a roof surface covered in visible age-related wear. Ownership retained Pinpoint to determine whether it had progressed into actual moisture intrusion, correlating daytime visual findings against a nighttime infrared scan.
Pinpoint scanned the entire roof using an RWS roof scanner and Tramex Dec Scanner, cross-checked against a DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise nighttime thermal drone pass. Daytime surface findings were individually re-tested at night to correctly attribute each thermal anomaly. Two destructive core cuts confirmed the assembly and both read 0.0% moisture, resealed on site.
Despite extensive surface deterioration — ridging, blistering, seam separation with full hand-insertion gaps, and heavy granule loss — moisture testing confirmed 0% widespread saturation across the roof. Thermal anomalies during the nighttime scan correlated almost entirely with known surface conditions (fastener telegraphing, drain lines, rooftop equipment heat) rather than trapped water. All roof drain locations read consistently low.
No moisture-driven roof replacement is required at this time — the underlying insulation remains predominantly dry. Pinpoint recommended addressing the visible surface deficiencies (open seams, blisters, ridging) through targeted repair to prevent them from becoming future moisture entry points, along with continued monitoring of the isolated area near the mechanic bays.
To discuss a moisture survey, infrared scan, or capital roof plan for your facility, reach the Pinpoint team directly.
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