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...
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...
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...
Commercial flat roof ponding is a common occurrence that can potentially lead to roof membrane and structural damage. This post provides four effective solutions to flat roof ponding problems considering the unique needs of commercial property managers and flat roof...
Yes, you can make repairs to a flat roof in winter time. The repairs can take longer and you have to work around the weather, but all flat roof systems are repairable in winter time. Challenges If you are having an active leak and need immediate assistance, a roofer...
Commercial flat roofs can form leaks for a variety of reasons including acts of nature and third-party damage. This brief guide is intended for property managers and building owners who are looking for a quick fix to this situation. Leak Causes Most roof leaks are...
Repairing a flat roof in the rain is challenging, to say the least. Surfaces should be clean and dry before a repair attempt is made. Obviously, the rain makes that difficult. So, what can you do? I’m going to give you an unconventional answer to that question by...
Flat roof membranes create a watertight covering for buildings with flat and low-sloped roofs. They prevent water from entering the building and direct it away from the roof. Flat roof membranes are made from a variety of different materials including modified...
Contracting is a bit like the wild west. There is no regulation or oversight of contractors other than the volatility of the free-market economy. Good contractors lament the fact that there is always a new crop of fly-by-night and charlatan tradesmen and women...
Whether you’re a beginner, need advanced information about flat roofing topics, or a refresher, this is where you can learn everything you need to know about commercial and industrial flat roofing.
