SHOULD YOU EVER EXPECT YOUR FLAT ROOF NOT TO LEAK? As has been said before on this blog and many others: flat roofs leak. It is a fact of life that if you have a roof over your head, there is probably a leak somewhere or there will be in the future. This becomes even more of …
Metal Roof Replacement Questions
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT METAL ROOF REPLACEMENT When considering a metal roof replacement, there are many questions facility managers and building owners need to ask themselves before making a decision. These questions range from cost to lifespan to installation time to many others. …
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. …
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, …