Ponding Water & Rooftop HVAC Units: Is There a Connection? If you’ve got one or more rooftop HVAC units sitting atop your flat commercial roof, there’s a good chance you’ve also got ponding issues. Every owner of a building...
Read moreWhy Did My Flat Roof Develop Low Spots?
Why Did My Flat Roof Develop Low Spots? A flat roof is a roof that is nearly level; it will have a very slight angle to it to allow water to run off. They tend to be the most cost efficient roof shape and are more readily accessible for...
Read moreFlat Roof Issues That Are Easy To Fix: Problems You’ll Face if Not Fixed in Time
Flat Roof Issues That Are Easy To Fix: Problems You’ll Face if Not Fixed in Time Your business was perhaps built some time ago, and in the process, you figured a flat roof was the best building design. This isn’t an outdated concept...
Read more3 Common Causes Of Flat Roof Leaks
Flat roofs are a feature of many commercial buildings. They allow a convenient location for the installation of HVAC components. They also make roof and building repairs a much less daunting task. Yet like all roofing styles, flat roofs are...
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 moreThe Real Danger of Flat Roof Leaks
The Real Danger of Flat Roof Leaks If you’ve been fortunate enough to have avoided a leak on your commercial flat roof, you should know that statistically speaking, your luck is bound to run out at some point. The fact is, most flat roofs...
Read moreHow to Safely Remove Snow from a Commercial Flat Roof
How to Safely Remove Snow from a Commercial Flat Roof Despite how beautiful snowfall can be on a cold winter morning, excessive snow accumulation can spell disaster for your commercial flat roof. During the winter months, it is important for...
Read moreSteps You Can Take to Improve Flat Roof Drain Systems
Steps You Can Take to Improve Flat Roof Drain Systems A roof that’s completely flat is a defective roof. Why? Because without a slight slope to direct water to the perimeters or a central drain system, it will develop a ponding problem. A...
Read moreWhy Fall Inspections Are Particularly Important for Flat Commercial Roofs
Why Fall Inspections Are Particularly Important for Flat Commercial Roofs Now that it’s autumn, most people are welcoming the cooler weather and enjoying the beautiful fall colors. However, if you own a flat, commercial roof, this is also the...
Read moreThe 3 Most Common Flat Roof Drainage Systems
The 3 Most Common Drain Systems of a Flat Roof Flat roofs have unique architectural characteristics that make them desirable in many situations. They are ideal for climates that don’t experience large quantities of rain and moisture...
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