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Monsoon Flat Roof Checklist

Albuquerque's monsoon storms dump a lot of water in a few minutes. Flat roofs that drain slowly or have weak spots show it fast.

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Monsoon storm over a row of pueblo-style homes with water pouring from canales onto gravel yards, dark clouds over the Sandia Mountains
Monsoon rain pouring out of the canales.

Before the season (May to June)

  • Clear every canale, scupper and drain
  • Look for bare foam, gravel gaps or cracked coating
  • Check parapet caps and corners
  • Note where water ponded last year
  • Check skylights and cooler curbs
  • Book repairs early; schedules fill before monsoon

During the season

  • Recheck canales after windy days and storms
  • Watch ceilings and walls after heavy rain
  • Note leaks: time, location and wind direction
Rainwater standing on a flat roof against a parapet where debris clogs the canale, storm clouds over the Sandias
After a monsoon storm, a clogged canale holds water on the roof.

If water comes in

Catch drips, protect belongings, avoid wet electrical fixtures and call. See emergency flat roof repair.

Common questions

When is monsoon season?

Roughly July through September in Albuquerque, with storms often in the afternoon or evening.

Is hail a risk?

Yes, monsoon storms can bring hail. Check the roof after any significant hail.

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