Flat commercial roof low spots can lead to damage, leaks, and expensive repairs if they are not dealt with in an effective and timely manner. So, how do you know if you have a low spot? What are the signs that there is a low spot on your roof?...
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5 Most Common Flat Commercial Roof Issues Fixed by Professionals From time to time, an operation may experience a problem with their flat commercial roof. It’s important to know when it’s time to call out a professional roofing...
Read moreUnderstanding The Causes Of Flat Roof Ponding
Understanding The Causes Of Flat Roof Ponding Ponding is the phenomenon of water that remains standing on a flat roof for more than 48 hours since the last rainfall. The severity of ponding water should never be underestimated, as it will...
Read moreRoof Membrane Options for Flat Commercial Roofs: Life Spans and Other Considerations
Roof Membrane Options for Flat Commercial Roofs: Life Spans and Other Considerations Flat roofs offer several advantages, especially for commercial buildings. For example, they’re affordable, easy to construct and convenient. Covering a flat roof...
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How To Improve Flat Roof Maintenance Flat roofs, often called shed roofs, tend to require higher levels of maintenance than traditional pitched roofs. This means that you will need to focus on maintenance because they are subject to damage from...
Read moreThe Key to Finding the Right Roofing Contractor
The Key to Finding the Right Roofing Contractor When it comes to maintaining your flat roof, you want to rest assured knowing that it is in the hands of a professional. While some minor repairs can be done on your own, it is best to trust a...
Read moreThe Popular New Fad of the Flat Roof
The Popular New Fad of the Flat Roof For years homeowners were warned about the risks of flat roofs, and for years those risks weren’t entirely unfounded. Old apartment buildings with poorly maintained flat roofs gave birth to the belief...
Read moreHaving Your Roof Repaired? Common Roofing Vocabulary Explained
Having Your Roof Repaired? Common Roofing Vocabulary Explained When it comes time to hire a contractor to fix your roof, there are several terms you may hear them say. In order to fully understand the terminology related to roofing, we have...
Read moreRoofing Tools: The 13 Most Commonly Used
USA Today noted roofers as the 4th most dangerous job in America and says that “a vast majority of fatal accidents that occur on the job — 80.2% — are also categorized as general falls, slips, and trips”. There are many factors that...
Read moreFour Factors That Can Shorten the Lifespan of Roof Membranes
Four Factors That Can Shorten the Lifespan of Roof Membranes Flat roofing on commercial buildings offers many benefits, such as easier installation because fewer materials are needed. The lifespan of a flat roof membrane ranges from 10 to 50...
Read moreAdvantages of PVC Roofing Membranes
Advantages of PVC Roofing Membranes Most commercial buildings have flat roofs. Although there are several types of roofing membranes, the three main varieties are EPDM, TPO and PVC. Of these three, PVC flat roofing membranes can have a lifespan...
Read moreWhy TPO Is a Popular Choice for Flat Commercial Roofs
Why TPO Is a Popular Choice for Flat Commercial Roofs TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is a flat roofing system that has been used on American homes and buildings for the past three decades. In fact, this roofing continues to be trendy and has...
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