by Jared Van Vranken | Apr 2, 2024 | Tips and Techniques
The slope of a commercial flat roof is a measure of its incline over a set distance. It is expressed as how many inches a roof rises for every 12 inches across a section of its base. Why Slope Is Important Roof slope is important because it affects your choice of flat...
by Jared Van Vranken | Mar 19, 2024 | Equipment Considerations, Planning and Budgeting
It is common to see solar panel systems mounted on commercial rooftops because of the financial and environmental advantages of mounting them there versus somewhere else on the building or property. It’s not always the best decision though. Here are five...
by Jared Van Vranken | Mar 5, 2024 | Weather & Environmental Considerations
Snow and ice, in and of themselves, are not a bad thing for a commercial flat roof. Flat roofs are designed to withstand both. Snow and ice can, however, indirectly pose a problem when a roof reaches its load-bearing capacity, or when the snow and ice begins to melt...
by Jared Van Vranken | Feb 20, 2024 | Weather & Environmental Considerations
Yes, moss on a commercial flat roof is a bad thing. Moss will cause many different types of flat roof surfaces to wear faster than they would were the roof clean and will impede early identification and mending of roof problems. What Causes Moss to Grow The two main...
by Jared Van Vranken | Feb 6, 2024 | Flat Roof Restorations, Planning and Budgeting
If you are a property manager or owner of a commercial flat-roof building, the decision about when to resurface, recover, or overlay your roof is crucial for its longevity and performance. To determine the optimal timing, you should consider the life cycle of your...