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  "name": "My roof is flat or low-slope. What special issues should I watch out for?",
  "description": "Flat and low-slope roofs are more prone to **ponding water, membrane damage, and drainage issues**, so they need closer monitoring than steep shingle roofs. Sma",
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        "text": "Flat and low-slope roofs are more prone to **ponding water, membrane damage, and drainage issues**, so they need closer monitoring than steep shingle roofs. Small problems on flat roofs can spread quickly.\n\nInstead of shedding water quickly, flat roofs rely on correctly sloped surfaces and drains or scuppers. Any clogs, low spots, or seam failures can lead to leaks.\n\nKey factors:\n- Ponding water after 48 hours with no rain\n- Cracked, blistered, or punctured membrane areas\n- Clogged drains, scuppers, or gutters\n- Poor flashing at HVAC units, skylights, or parapet walls\n\nSchedule regular inspections and keep drains cleared, especially before and after rainy season. If you see standing water or soft, spongy spots, have a roofer look immediately; catching issues early can prevent expensive interior repairs."
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