While the push is on to switch from incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent light bulbs, there is still a problem. CFBs can cause some plastics to yellow – something that does not happen with a Solatube system.
Did you know that commercial flat roofs are not able to slope rainwater away and drain it? Thus, it is critically important that flat roofing materials are as water-resistant and watertight as possible to prevent serious damage to the roof and the rest of the building.
If you are ready to let more daylight into a room, but cannot install a window, choose a tubular daylighting device like Solatube. Because they can be installed almost anywhere, you do not need to worry about lost wall space.
Care to guess the average useful life of an asphalt shingle roof? If you guessed 20 years or so, you're right. Asphalt shingle is the most common roofing material currently in use across the U.S.
There are features of tubular skylights that cannot be offered with traditional skylights! These features include options like an integrated electric light for nighttime lighting, a daylight dimmer to turn the natural light off, and a ventilation fan.
The Sydney Opera House roof has more than a million ceramic tiles. These tiles were created in Sweden and shipped to Australia for this structure.
No plenum? No problem. The plenum is the space between the roof and ceiling below, but most Solatube systems can be installed in buildings where the plenum space is inaccessible, minimal or non-existent.
In roofing construction, open valley is a method of valley construction in which shingles on both sides of the valley are trimmed along a chalk line snapped on each side of the valley. Here, shingles do not extend across the valley and the flashing is exposed.
One of the biggest benefits of a metal roof is that it is possible in many situations to install this type of roof over an existing roof. That saves both time and money and prevents the original roofing material from taking up room in a landfill.
Wouldn't it be great to install a roof on your home and never have to worry about replacing that roof as long as you are alive? For many people, that's exactly what's possible with slate roofs, which resist wind, fire, termites, and rot.
Be careful whenever you need to get up on your roof - whether it's to adjust an antennae or satellite dish or look for a leak. Any damage you inadvertently create could void your roof warranty.
It’s important to remember that slate roofing can be so difficult to work with that even some experienced roofing contractors are unable to make repairs. Before you climb up on the roof to make repairs on your own, you may want to check in with us for assistance.
The most important element of any low-slope roofing is the weatherproofing layer, which keeps water from entering the roof assembly. This is especially important for commercial buildings, which tend to have wide, almost flat roofs where water could collect.
Many modern aluminum roofs are designed to emulate other materials like traditional shingles, wooden shakes, tile and even slate. Metal roofing systems are strong, watertight and so well insulated they reduce sound transference as well as heating and cooling costs.
Elastomeric roof coatings provide a great deal of protection, guarding against roof deterioration caused the weather events and even simple exposure to the natural elements, thereby extending the life span of the roof.
Trees offer shade and can help save money on utility bills, but it’s important to remove branches that extend over your roof. A roofing expert can explain that the acid in bird droppings can damage shingles if your roof is a regular target.
Depending on the type of asphalt used and how it is installed, asphalt roofs can last from 20 to 50 years.
Homeowners today have a wide range of options when it comes to metal roofs. In terms of design considerations, most modern metal roofs come in over 100 different colors (including standard, premium, and custom colors), in contrast to asphalt shingle roofs that only have 15 to 20 colors.
It’s recommended that when you have your slate roof installed, that you purchase a few extra tiles and store them in the case minor repair or replacement is needed. Since slate is a natural product, each lot is unique in color and pattern and not easily matched down the road.
If you live in an area where ice dams are known to form along the roofline, best practices require a double layer of number 15 roofing felt to protect the lower portions of the roof from the backup of ice and water intrusion.
Deciding what kind of shingles to use on your roof is a big deal. You’ll first want to decide on your budget, and then you should start to think about how you’d like your roof to look.
Did you know that a Solatube tubular daylighting system is far easier to install than a standard, flat-pane skylight? It also takes less time and is cheaper as well. However, the best part is it certainly will outperform any skylight as it provides consistent and reliable lighting.
APP modified bitumen (MB) is one of the two main commercial MB roofing types. APP MB roofs are heat applied or torch welded; the modifiers impart a plasticized quality to the asphalt, giving them the industry nickname, "rubber roofs."
A properly maintained roof is one of the best ways to make a good impression on potential home buyers. The condition of the roof is one of the questions most frequently asked, according to real estate agents.