A fire marshal from the St. Petersburg Fire Department arrived around 9 a.m., surveying the apartments, telling residents their ceilings were likely to collapse. The fire department passed out black tarps to cover mattresses and TVs; then the complex's power was shut off for safety. The roof of the Lakewood Terrace Apartment was poorly maintained by the previous owner, causing it to collapse, bringing problems to the tenants who lived in the run-down apartment complex. This incident reminds all property owners to have regular Saint Petersburg roofing inspection and maintenance. As the overseer of the 24-unit property, the previous owner is expected to have the roof checked regularly, especially since the complex has plenty of tenants. The roof is one of the most vulnerable aspects of a building that battles consistently with the harsh weather conditions in Tampa Bay area.
http://www.arrysroofing.com/industry-news/importance-of-regular-st-petersburg-roofing-inspection-on-buildings/
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