One of the biggest challenges business owners face when it comes to conducting roof work is finding the best contractor to do it. As many have their hands tied with business operations already, simply finding the time to do the research is difficult. But as this is not a decision to be making on a […]
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Many building owners have heard of TPO. But do you really know what it is and what goes into a TPO commercial roofing system? With TPO being one of the most popular roof systems, we explain the fundamentals here. Thermoplastic Polyolefin, known as TPO, is a commonly used roofing material that is also one of
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What is Modified Bitumen Roofing? Modified Bitumen systems are a modern evolution of the age-old built up roofing (BUR) systems in place on building as for 100s of years. BUR systems consist of multiple layers of roofing felt embedded in hot-mopped asphalt. Hot mopping is all but gone in modern roofing having lost its place
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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