Low-Slope Roofing
Stunning Roof Mural Atop Miami Hotel Masks Ventilation System
By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. A London artist used samples from surrounding trees to get a perfect roof coating color match. The rooftop of a trendy hotel in South Beach, Miami, Florida is also a work of art. In an effort to camouflage the ventilation system on the roof, the owners ...
Easy Solutions to Low-slope Roof Failures – Part 1
By Surecoat Systems. How knowledge and prevention can make a BIG difference in the life of your commercial roof. There are several factors that affect the lifespan of a flat roof. In this two-part series, we will explore some of the most common ones; from what they are, how and why they ...
Help Building Owners Understand that Restoration May be an Option
By Western Colloid. Many building owners don't understand that they might be eligible for a roof restoration instead of a replacement. This article will help you educate them. A roof replacement is a big project, and it can be hard for building owners to know where to start. They usually start with ...
5 Common But Avoidable Commercial Roofing Problems
Just like residential houses, commercial buildings also experience roofing problems. Given the elaborate nature of commercial roofing, however, any problems with roof design or structure can be extremely costly. On the brighter side, these potentially costly roofing problems are largely preventable from the onset. Good planning is key to avoiding ...
Q & A - Flat Roof Coatings
What roofing material can be applied over XXXXX that will adhere to this surface and prevent future problems? Barbara asked about Flat Roof Coatings, "I bought a flat roof home three years ago that had an XXXXX roof installed in 2006, with a 7-year warranty. The roof started failing almost 3 ...
Q & A - Downspouts, How Many Do I Need for My Roof?
How many rain gutter downspouts should I have? Tim H. from Birmingham, Alabama, asked, "How many downspouts do I need for my roof? My warehouse has 4 downspouts. Each side is 75 feet long by 33 feet wide gable sides. Is that enough downspouts?" There are too many variables to this roofing ...
Q & A - What is Alligatoring?
Roof alligatoring occurs when a modified bituminous roof surface is cracking. What is this picture of? Is it a picture of: A very dirty window Desert Mud Leather The chocolate cake left out in the sun None of the above. Looking at this unique photo it is hard to know what exactly it is if you are not ...
Q & A - Recover With Low Slope EPDM
Is using EPDM on a built-up asphalr roof advised? Nancy asked, "If your roof is Built-Up Asphalt would you use EPDM?" I always advise roof removal. There are too many unknowns when leaving the old low slope roof. Mixing two different types of roofing products is in my opinion, not a good ...
