IS SILICONE THE BEST FLAT ROOF COATING AVAILABLE? Silicone is quickly becoming the go to material for those applying a flat roof coating. Its benefits range from leak-free protection to improved aesthetic appeal of the roof to improved sustainability. When a silicone roof …
Sustainable Roof Systems
HOW SUSTAINABLE IS YOUR ROOF SYSTEM? When sustainable roof systems are mentioned, many people’s first thought is a living roof. Living roofs consist of a layer of plastic over top of the roof surface, then soil, and then living plants grow out of that soil. The roof is a garden, …
Silicone Coating – The Best Roofing System Available?
Over the last few decades, hundreds of millions of square feet of single-ply, metal and asphalt based roofs have been installed. These were all thought to be great roofing systems, and they all have individual strengths, but also have one major flaw: they have to be torn out and …
Spray Foam Versatility and Benefits
THERE ARE SOME BUILDING MATERIALS WHICH, OVER TIME, PROVE THEMSELVES TO BE AN AMAZINGLY VERSATILE PRODUCT. Sprayed Polyurethane Foam is one of these products. Initially used in a softer form in upholstery work, the material soon proved itself to be adjustable to construction …
Winter Weather: Dealing a Double Blow to Your Commercial Roof
Winter & Your Roof We as humans suffer in the cold, bitter weather during winter, but luckily during most of our day we are protected by buildings. Think of what it’s like out there on your commercial roof. Sadly, winter is one of the roughest things your roof will face. …
Your Metal Roof…Repair or Replace it?
One of the reasons that people choose a metal roof versus other roofing systems is its apparent longevity. But, that doesn’t mean it is immune to maintenance needs. And, over time, a metal roof is just as susceptible to Mother Nature’s elements. Without proper maintenance your …
Are You Ready For The Brrrr?
WHEN IT'S WARM OUTSIDE, WINTER SEEMS SO FAR AWAY But when it's warm, that the best time to make improvements to your roof to get ready for the winter! Whether you own or manage one building or several, be sure to perform seasonal maintenance checks. Regular checks of your …
The buzz about sustainable roofing… 3 ideas for building managers
BUZZWORDS COME AND BUZZWORDS GO. Some have distinctive generational appeal, such as "the establishment" or "IBM compatible". Currently our economic and ecological situation has led to “sustainability” becoming a hot word. Our food sources, our natural resources, and yes, …