We sat down with Aaron Antis, Director of Sales to talk all things…rain! 

Q: Are we expected to have rains this year like we did last year? 

Aaron Antis: What I have read indicates that we are likely to have a cooler than normal winter and an above average rainy season. My feeling is we “balanced out” of our 7-year drought and returned to normal rainfall. Home owner’s associations (HOAs) would do well to realize that last season’s rains were probably not a single event. The indicators suggest that it’s better to be prepared.

Q: When do we usually get the first rain in OC? IE? LA?

AA: The rainfall comes at about the same time for all 3 counties. We can usually bank on some rain in October, although sometime it comes earlier as happened last year. It is hard to predict, but associations should always prepare for the worst-case scenario and managers can educate their boards.

Q: Why should we schedule a roof maintenance now? (Infers September/October)

AA: Checking for leaks needs to happen when it’s still dry to ensure that waterproofing companies complete maintenance work in time. Those that try to wait until the last minute in October often are waiting with hundreds of other associations for the same service.

Q: What does a maintenance cover?

AA: A roof maintenance addresses all visible voids and openings on a roofing system (and often extends to other roof integrated and accessible systems like stucco and chimneys). We review and repair any broken tiles and shingles, slipped tiles, open pipe penetrations, open z-bar flashing, and openings at gravel guard joints.

Q: If I am an existing customer, are you sending me something? 

AA: If you have worked with, or requested a proposal from Antis in the past few years, you will receive a proactive proposal detailing out the items that need to be addressed in a maintenance or cleaning. Antis takes our role as community informants seriously and we like to get our customers the information in timely manner.

Q: If I am a new customer, how do I get a proposal?

AA: I recommend you contact our office. Our customer service department will gather the necessary information to provide you with a proposal, and your designated account representative will reach out to discuss recommendations. 

Q: What if my board is very cautious about spending money but the roofs are old? What is the worst that can happen?

AA: The worst case scenario can vary from community to community. At minimum, we recommend an association be inspected so the board can be made aware. This will protect managers and board members from accusations of negligence. Our proposal puts the information in front of you so the association can make informed decisions.

For any questions or enquiries feel free to call us on (949) 461-9222.