There are lots of benefits to installing a new roof, one of which is improving your home’s or building’s energy efficiency. Improving energy efficiency results in immediate savings on your energy bills, leaving you more money to do the things you enjoy. In addition, a new roof can provide improved interior comfort, peace of mind… Read more »
Preparing your commercial roof for a storm helps ensure adequate protection against storm elements, including heavy rain, hail, and damaging winds. The storm preparation checklist below will guide you through checking for current roof issues, fixing them, and reducing the risk of future damage. Storm preparation checklist for commercial roofs How to protect your commercial… Read more »
Membrane roofing systems are composed of synthetic materials compounded into flexible sheets. They are among the most popular commercial roofing materials because of their cost-effectiveness, durability, and energy-saving properties. Generally, they’re used only on flat and low-slope commercial roofs. These roofs tend to collect water, so the roofing material needs to be waterproof to prevent… Read more »
To protect your commercial building from severe weather, you need a durable, flexible roofing system. The system must withstand temperature extremes without failing, and also withstand high winds and large hail. Storm-resistant commercial roofing materials, such as metal, plasticized membranes, and modified bitumen, will provide the protection you need to keep your occupants and property… Read more »
Storm season in Wisconsin can lead to hail-related roof damage. Large hailstones can cause dents, cracks, and punctures in your commercial roof. Each year, the state experiences 20-30 days with hail that’s 0.75 inches or larger. In 2024, nearly $2 million in hail-related damage was reported in Wisconsin, with $549,000 in property damage. To ensure… Read more »
When water intrudes into a roofing system, it can be difficult to trace its source. Water can move both vertically and horizontally within a building, and the multiple layers of building materials on a commercial roof can complicate leak detection. Professional roofers use thermal imaging (infrared imaging) to quickly trace the path of water and… Read more »
When choosing the best roof insulation for flat roofs or commercial buildings, the top materials include polyiso, spray foam, and extruded and expanded polystyrene. We’ll look at each of these materials in more detail, but first, let’s go over what to look for when choosing a flat roof insulation material. Key Considerations When Selecting Flat… Read more »
Most commercial buildings have a flat or low-slope roof. These roofs pose a unique set of challenges that you don’t find when working with residential roofs, where the slopes are steeper. Commercial roofs often collect not only water, but grease and chemicals from HVAC equipment. There are specialized materials developed for commercial roofs that provide… Read more »
If you’re looking for the best membrane roofing system for your commercial roof, this article provides an in-depth look at TPO and PVC roofing materials with the pros and cons of each, as well as the types of buildings they’re best suited for. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) TPO is one of the most common commercial roofing… Read more »
