It is important to start budgeting for a new roof long before the current one starts leaking. This prevents the replacement from being an emergency expense, thereby giving you time to decide whether or not you want to make changes, figure out which method of financing is best, and of course, help to minimize disruption…
A leaking roof in a commercial facility can be devastating. Incoming water can ruin thousands of dollars worth of stock and equipment, cause electrical shorts that result in fires, and more. With this in mind, you’ll surely want to find and fix leaks before they get worse or cause serious damage. There are several things…
Commercial buildings often seem to bear the brunt of hurricane damage. If you own or manage one, it makes sense to do everything you can to prepare your building properly. Unexpected storms cause unexpected expenses, so it’s worth it to take steps to reduce the risk of damage. Clean Out the Drains and Gutters Without…
A new roof for your commercial space is a major investment – and it’s one that deserves to be protected. At the same time, it’s imperative for you to understand that not all commercial roofing warranties are created equally. If you really want to make sure that you’re coming away with a new roofing system…
At its core, a Modified Bitumen roofing system is an asphalt-based option that is designed for buildings that have a low-slope or “flat” roof structure. They actually date all the way back to the mid-1960s, where they first originated in Europe. They made their way to North America around 1975, and they’ve been very popular…
Water is tenacious. It finds any crack or hole in an object and trickles through – no matter how small the blemish is. That is a problem for roofing contractors and property managers – especially on large commercial roofs. With so much surface area and equipment on the roof, keeping a building cool and…
Like other building systems, your commercial roof needs regular maintenance in order to perform at its best. You won’t know if your roof needs maintenance unless it’s inspected regularly. Many property owners are unaware of the importance of performing regular roof inspections – here’s what you need to know. Regular Roof Inspections Prevent Premature Failures…
When your business needs a new roof, it’s important to ensure that the roofing contractor you hire is reputable, professional, and fully licensed. You also want to make sure that the roofer you hire is experienced in installing your particular type of commercial roof. The success of your project and business hinges on this important…
Managing a property is difficult enough without running out of money six months into the fiscal year. As a property manager, how well you budget in the beginning determines whether repairs and upgrades are completed on schedule. It means the difference between happy tenants and tenants who complain to the property owner over water stains…
While we’ve yet to encounter a roofing problem that’s been welcomed by those that it impacts, commercial roofing issues have the potential to be more far-reaching and overall devastating. Both residential and commercial roofing issues can require significant repairs and even property restoration, but the key difference with commercial roofs is that such issues can…