Roofing
Flat roof advantages and disadvantages
Flat roofs aren’t just for commercial buildings. We’ve also installed lots of flat roof systems onto residential structures, such as home additions. If you’re in the unique position of choosing a roof design, than you’re probably wondering what the advantages and disadvantages are of a flat roof. Depending upon your requirements, desires and budget, a…
Read MoreWhich flat roof system is best?
Let’s cut right to the chase. “Which flat roof system is best?” really isn’t the right question. Instead, you should ask “which flat roof system is appropriate?” You see, the ‘best‘ flat roofing system for Joe’s Computers might not be appropriate for Diane’s Day Diner. The most appropriate flat roofing system really comes down to…
Read MoreHow to choose the right roofing material
Did you know that the right roofing material for your roof depends upon the pitch, or angle, of the roof? There are other considerations, as well, such as if you’re doing a lot of cooking in the building. The below chart and step-by-step info-graphic walks you through the basic process of determining what the right…
Read MoreHow to tell if your roof has hail damage
Did you know that not all roof hail damage is visible from the naked eye and from the ground? If a hail storm has come through your neighborhood, you could have hail damage. Even if the hail stones weren’t very big, they can still cause damage to your roof, flashing, vents, etc. Below, we show…
Read MoreIs your roof hail storm ready?
Having a roof that’s hail storm ready is like having a body that’s ready for a boxing match – the more prepared you are, the fewer scars you’ll have when you emerge from the fight. If your roof isn’t in tip-top shape, it won’t hold-up as well as it could have had you been prepared.…
Read Moreroofing scams and how to avoid them
Roofing scams are still an unfortunate reality. Luckily, these fraudsters only make up a small percentage of the total population. For businesses, it’s those few people that give everyone in the roofing industry a bad reputation. We have as many con artists as any other industry, but we have found that there are a few…
Read MoreHow to choose a good commercial roofing contractor
With so many commercial roofing contractors (also known as ‘flat roofing contractors’) out there, how do you choose a good one? What do you ask them, or look for, to find out if they are trustworthy, reliable, and do quality work? When on-line reviews can be faked, and when the company can say anything they…
Read More4 signs your roof needs repair
There are many signs that show your roof needs repair. Most signs are clearly visible from the ground. For example, a strong gust of wind can pick-up patio furniture and plant it on your roof (actually happened to a client of ours). A dead tree branch can fall into your roof and damage it. Swaying…
Read More5 signs your roof is leaking
Signs your roof is leaking are sometimes obvious, such as a stain on your ceiling, or water or rust around your stove pipe. Other signs of a roof leak you might not notice, such as mold in your attic. Keep an eye out for these 5 signs your roof is leaking, and act immediately, to…
Read More8 Common Commercial Roof Problems
a commercial roof with a new rubber coating applied Commercial roof problems are unavoidable. It is inevitable that something goes wrong. Leaves might collect and clog your drains. Strong winds might pick-up or blow-off roofing material. Holes might develop from excessive expanding and contracting. If you ignore these problems, they can lead to bigger, more…
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