Flat roofs, while possessing some advantages over sloped roofs, are susceptible to leaking in ways that sloped roofs are not. One of the key weaknesses of flat roofs is the tendency to develop pooling. Pooling is defined as a condition in which...
Read moreClean Your Roof Often
Have you noticed that your flat roof has been accumulating dark spots due to dirt, lichen, moss, and/or mold, and have you wondered if there is anything you can or should do about it? The answer is yes, you can and you should take care of your...
Read moreTips on Managing Unskilled Labor Crews
It is no secret that finding dedicated employees that possess both a strong work ethic and a thorough understanding of their craft is getting more and more difficult as the days go by. As a business owner, you have two options for filling open...
Read more3 Approaches for Training Unskilled Labor Crews
3 Approaches for Training an Unskilled Labor Crew With all the business and work-related duties involved for roofing contractors, sometimes training unskilled labor crews is not a top priority. While it would be great if every employee was...
Read more5 Tips for Roofers – Reduce Your Call Backs
Protecting the integrity of roofing systems is a priority for property managers and business owners alike. Water can pond on flat roofs following heavy rains or snow melts. For this reason roofers should employ the following 5 tactics to reduce...
Read moreRoof Decks on Flat Roofs: Benefits and Considerations
Roof Decks on Flat Roofs: Benefits and Considerations This is the time of year when decks are used more than in other seasons. Do you dream of having a large deck for relaxing with your family but don’t have enough room to build it? If you have a...
Read moreEarly and Often: HVAC Units on Flat Roofs
The top of a flat roof is a popular location to place commercial HVAC units. However, this is also one of the biggest causes of roof leaks and damage. Any penetrating objects on a flat roof are areas that need regular inspection. This is because...
Read moreAverage Flat Roof Membrane Life Span
Flat roofs on commercial buildings have many benefits, and if properly maintained can last even up to 50 years. There are many different types of flat roofs that have been used in the last few decades; typically, the three membrane types...
Read more5 Roofer Tools And Why Roofers Should Always Have Them
Roofers who repair flat roofs sometimes need special “roofer tools” that slightly differ from what regular roofers typically use on the job. Some of those tools are essential to prevent downtime in having to go back and retrieve...
Read moreHow to Find a Reputable Roofer
As a business owner, it can often feel like you’re fighting several fires at the same time — once you fix one problem, another crops up. Many people have the number for a local plumber or handyman saved in their phone, but this...
Read more5 Common Causes for Flat Roof Ponding Areas
For anyone responsible for the maintenance of a flat commercial roof, low spots/potential ponding areas are often their worst nightmare. Low spots can quickly progress from a simple unsightly area to being a home for ponding water, leaks, and...
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