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In an earlier blog post we discussed why you need a premium warranty for your flat or low slope roof system. Today we focus on what that warranty document should say. This means reading the fine print. The title at the top of the warranty document can say just about anything. Titles are worthless. The Read More
By their nature, low slope roofs are slow to shed their water. Many such roofs drain to roof drains or scuppers. However, depending on design, your commercial or industrial building may have an external gutter. This gutter needs to be installed properly and kept clean of debris. Problems with Blocked Gutters The gutter system is Read More
As you can tell, there are a number of roofing options to choose from if you are in the market for roof replacement. One popular option includes a rubber roof, or EPDM (ethylene propylene diene terpolymer) roof. As with other roofing investments, there are pros and cons to this materials. Here you will learn about Read More
TPO roofing, a thin and light-reflective roof, is gaining in popularity with property owners. Known as thermoplastic polyolefin, TPO roofing is more economical than its two competitors, EPDM and PVC roofing. As with any type of roofing material, TPO roofs have their own unique set of drawbacks, as well. When deliberating upon a new roof, Read More
Can you get the roof on your commercial or industrial building replaced on the cheap? You might think so, but be mindful of what corners the contractor is cutting in order to offer you that blazing hot price. One way some contractors reduce costs, and your price, is to eliminate a manufacturer’s warranty. Why does Read More
Within the commercial roofing industry, PVC roofing materials can offer a substantial amount of protection to the building and its assets. These pros include the following: Durability Resistance to moisture, wind, fire, and chemicals Long service life Strength Water-resistant Eco-friendly Cons of PVC Roofing Cost Despite the benefits of PVC roofing, these features come at Read More
In every region, whether temperate or severe, warm air rises. Without suitable roof ventilation, the humid atmosphere that surrounds the topmost part of a commercial building has nowhere to go. A myriad of issues arise when a commercial roof lacks adequate ventilation. Before jumping into the problems of insufficient ventilation, it is important to point Read More
While residential and commercial roofing are very different, they are both equally important when it comes to understanding the best materials to use, potential risks, and the slope. In essence, knowing how to patch a leak on your roof at home doesn’t mean you’re ready to do it on your commercial building. In fact, Read More
Property owners have the option to choose an eco-friendly roof when the need for a roof replacement arises. Many older buildings feature the traditional asphalt shingle, which is typically less costly than eco-friendly roofing materials. Selecting an eco-friendly roof gives property owners the opportunity to make valuable contributions toward a greener environment. Eco-friendly roofing materials, Read More
Roofs commonly are built in one of two varieties: sloped and flat; although, a flat commercial roof is not 100 percent flat. The gentle, two-percent slope is hardly visible but necessary for numerous practical reasons. When it comes time to choose a business property, consider the advantages of a flat roof versus those of a Read More
