One of the biggest hurdles I find when working with my clients on roof replacement options is the cost. Followed closely behind that is the desire for a quality product. Like anything else you purchase, nobody wants to pay more than they absolutely have to while still receiving a high quality product.
Continue readingRoofing Products – Making the Grade…Not all Roofing Products are Created Equal
Many people pride themselves on finding the best product for the best deal possible. The problem comes when your knowledge of a product or trade is minimal and research is limited, such as roofing products. In this article we will cover some roofing components that are maybe not as highly stressed as the system itself but are basically as, if not more, important. As they say, the devil is in the details, and the details certainly are an important part of your roof as a whole.
Continue readingSolve Roof Drainage Issues and Improve the Performance of your HVAC Units with Elevated Unit Stands
What if we told you that you could solve roof drainage issues and improve the performance of your HVAC units while protecting your units from high winds? Sound too good to be true? Guess again and say hello to the many benefits of elevated rooftop unit stands! These elevated unit stands have many hidden benefits for facilities managers and building owners. Hurricane stand stands are required by Florida Building Code and can be retrofitted into existing roof systems or they can be installed as part of a roof replacement or installation project with little to no extra cost.
Continue readingD.I.Y. …R.? Rubber Roof Repair Slideshow
Two of the most important aspects of rubber roof repair and maintaining an EPDM roof system are the selection of the correct repair materials and the proper preparation of the area to be repaired. Using improper materials or methods to repair and maintain your EPDM roof system can lead to damages to the roof membrane as well as a reduced life expectancy and premature failure of the roof system. Learn how to make proper rubber roof repairs in our latest installment of D.I.Y.R.!
Continue readingPVC – The Other White Sheet
PVC roofing membrane isn’t actually all that new. It’s actually been around since the mid 1960s. So why haven’t I heard of PVC in roofing you ask? Great question! PVC, utilized heavily in roofing in Europe for years, is not as well known in the United States which comes down to a lack of product education to the consumer.
There are a lot of great benefits that go along with installing PVC roof materials for your next roofing project. Learn more about the benefits of PVC roofing materials.
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