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...
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6 Most Common Flat Roof Maintenance Mistakes A flat roof is common on many types of commercial buildings and businesses. While flat roofs have a lot of advantages, they do require correct construction and maintenance in order to stay functional...
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How to Prepare & Maintain Your Flat Roof This Winter There is a common myth among homeowners that flat roofs are less structurally sound and therefore more dangerous than sloped roofs. This is categorically untrue. Flat roofs are just as...
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What You Need To Know: Most Common Flat Roof Questions Answered There are a lot of questions that commercial roof owners ask when they own a flat roof. Some will be covered below to help you find out more about maintenance, repair issues, and...
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Low Spots on Flat Commercial Roofs Most commercial buildings have flat roofs as they offer many advantages over sloped roofs. Unfortunately, flat roofs share a common problem known as ponding water. This condition, which is also called “standing...
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...
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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 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 moreHow Low Does It Go – Measuring A Flat Roof Low Spot
How Low Does It Go – Measuring A Flat Roof Low Spot If your business structure features a flat roof, you may think that flat means an even plane. Imagine your surprise to survey the rooftop for possible damage after a storm only to be...
Read morePreventing Hurricane Damage to Your Roof
Preventing Hurricane Damage to Your Roof As home and business owners up and down the Eastern Seaboard and throughout the Gulf Coast well know, the hurricane season running from June 1st through November 30th can be a stressful time. Of...
Read moreProblems Linked With Ponding Water: Mosquitoes and Other Damaging Side Effects
Problems Linked With Ponding Water: Mosquitoes and Other Damaging Side Effects If you’re a business owner, you probably strive to please your clients and employees. Part of that job is ensuring that your building is structurally sound and doesn’t...
Read moreFlat Roof Repair And What To Expect: Surviving the Inevitable
What To Expect During A Flat Roof Repair: Surviving the Inevitable Your business may have a variety of issues going on. If there is a leak, missing shingles, or anything else, you may need to explore a flat roof repair. When this takes place, it...
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