Roof Leakage Test

Start at the lowest point that the water could be entering the roof system.

Roof leakage test.

Flood testing to detect leaks and verify the quality of newly installed assemblies has a long history in the roofing industry. It is commonly referenced as the standard for flood testing roof systems. Let the water run for 10 minutes to rule out each component from the bottom up. Astm d5957 standard guide for flood testing horizontal waterproofing installations is a guide for conducting flood testing of horizontal surfaces with slopes no greater than 1 4 in.

This astm testing procedure utilizes a calibrated spray rack with specific water pressures nozzles and distances to wet a wall with water at the rate of five gallons per square foot per hour. The benefits of this roof diagnostic a fast and accurate method of locating leaks in most types of waterproofing membranes. The equipment is available for testing in both wet and dry conditions.