Winter is almost here. This means colder temperatures and snowfall. As a business owner, you may be asking yourself the effects snow can have on your flat roof. Flat roofs have a lot of advantages, but they may suffer during the winter months. At...
Read moreDo You Need a Roofer to Fix your Ponding?
Flat roofs by definition are not going to drain as well as slanted roofs. However, this does not mean you should allow water to accumulate or puddle on top of your roof. When ponding water on a flat roof starts to develop it is time to start...
Read moreEstimating Material Needed to Level Low Spots
Estimating Material Needed to Level Low Spots: From Depth to Coverage Rate After enjoying a flat roof on your business for years, you’re probably noticing a big problem: Low spots. If you’re new to this problem, it means your roof no...
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 moreThe Importance of Slope On Flat Commercial Roofs
The Importance of Slope On Flat Commercial Roofs If you’re one of many who thought that a flat roof was, well … flat, you can be forgiven for not knowing that no roof is actually perfectly flat. A slope, however slight, is essential...
Read moreBasic Tools Used by a Commercial Roofing Contractor
Basic Tools Used by a Commercial Roofing Contractor Do you have a flat commercial roof that needs work? Repairing or replacing a flat commercial roof is a job that needs to be handled only by a professional roofer as these tasks require specific...
Read moreStructural Failure Due to Long-Term Effects of Ponding Water
Structural Failure Due to Long-Term Effects of Ponding Water A flat roof for commercial businesses make a lot of sense for a host of reasons; the level roof surface is utilized for air handling units, gas vents, skylights, and other mechanical...
Read moreThe Many Performance Requirements for Roof Leveling Compounds
The Many Performance Requirements for Roof Leveling Compounds It’s important to focus on correcting a roof when it is prone to poor drainage. A way to fill low spots and achieve positive slope by by applying roof leveling compounds. You...
Read moreThe Key Differences Between Flat Roof and Gable Roof Repair
The Key Differences Between Flat Roof and Gable Roof Repair Two of the most common types of roofs used in both commercial and residential applications are flat roofs and gable roofs. While each type of roof has its own benefits, the real question...
Read moreHow to Deal with Ponding Water on a Roof Before Fixing the Problem
How to Deal with Ponding Water on a Roof Before Fixing the Problem Property managers and building owners both know that making sure the roof of your building is protected from water damage is not only a preventative measure to preserve the...
Read moreThe Ins and Outs of Roof Leveling Compounds
The Ins and Outs of Roof Leveling Compounds Industrial roofs are often flat, covering a large warehouse, business, or other large building that cannot logically support a peaked roof. The maintenance of these roofs comes from within; when a leak...
Read more3 Ways to Reduce Weight on a Flat Roof
3 Ways to Reduce Weight on a Flat Roof It’s important to reduce weight on a flat roof. If the weight continues to increase, it’s going to cause the roof to cave in. There are many ways to reduce the weight and therefore you need to...
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