Some signs that your shingles have aged and may need to be replaced include: any cracking, curling, cupping, flaking, or discoloration. Also look for indications of corrosion or of any kind of moss or fungus infestation.
Reflective roof coatings are measured in terms of their albedo rating. Basically, the higher the albedo of a surface, the more heat that surface is going to reflect and the more effective the coating will be at reducing interior temperatures.
Several factors combine to affect roof deterioration. These may include ultraviolet radiation from the sun, temperature extremes, exposure to wind & rain, and foot traffic on the roof. Darker color shingles may have shorter service life than shingles with a light color.
Because of the manufacturing and design processes of Solatube, you will always have pure, white light. This delivers the greatest color resolution in your home, so you will see things as they were meant to be seen.
Building a roof for a commercial building is different than building a residential roof. Commercial properties tend to be much larger than homes, and often need specific ventilation needs.
One of the reasons Solatubes systems are so easy and cost-effective to install is that the tubes are compact and available in designs that can be adjusted for maximum flexibility. That means any attic obstructions can be easily avoided.
Solatubes are ideal for the activity centers in your home like family rooms, kitchens, or that man-cave. The natural light reduces shadows and eliminates the eye strain they can cause.
As you sort through the details of repairing or refurbishing your home's roof, it might be nice to take a break and remember back to the simple days of home construction when wood and grass homes had roofs made of thatch (plant stalks) or banana leaves. In some parts of the world, they still do.
Any penetrations to the roof means your home will be susceptible to moisture problems from leaks. Why not avoid the risk by installing Solatube and bring natural light into your home?
Can you apply a roof coating to other surfaces like decks or pool surrounds? If you guessed no, you're right. Although rugged and durable on a roof, this type of elastomeric coating is not designed for applications that involve friction and weight loads.
Modular metal roofing is one of the most advanced and popular roofing solutions on the market today. They are available in a choice of metals, can be stamped to replicate a number of looks, and come with Class A or B fire ratings.
Slate is an extremely low-maintenance roofing material. A slate roof should be professionally inspected once a year to ensure its excellent condition. Homeowners are advised to inspect their slate roofs occasionally for cracked or missing tiles.
Roof shingles are actually part of a water shedding system that requires a minimum slope to work properly. That's why you don't see shingles installed on flat roofs. Can you guess the minimum slope for a shingled roof? That would be 2/12. A normal pitch is 4/12.
Unfortunately, slate roofs can be a bit trickier to repair than roofs with other types of roofing materials. Let’s talk about what’s wrong with your roof and how we can help you ensure the repairs are made correctly the first time.
When all shingles are still present on a leaky roof, leaks not associated with ice dams tend to occur in low lying areas and around flashing materials. Here are some likely candidates for tracking leaks: chimneys, vent pipes, side walls, drains, and skylights.
If you have stucco that is cracking, you may want to consider spraying it with elastomeric coating. Elastomeric coating is flexible and works well to seal up cracks in stucco, concrete, and can extend the life of the older material.
Solatubes are a great solution if you have a large space that lacks natural sunlight. With multiple domes and tubes installed to capture and channel light into the room, you can flood even large areas with light.
Leaking roofs are the number one cause of damages such as rotting and molding to rafters, sheathing, and insulation. Even small leaks can cause major problems.
What makes Solatube systems so efficient? Due to their highly innovative reflective system, these tubes are able to maximize light as it is captured at the roof and then effectively diffuse it so that the light is spread evenly throughout your room.
When you have your slate roof installed, we recommend using drip edges designed specifically for this product, especially if snow and freezing precipitation is common or possible. They are manufactured for the nuances of slate roofs and will prevent ice dam buildup and the damage it can cause.
Did you know polymer-modified bitumen (MB) sheet membranes were invented in Europe in the early 1960s? Today, MB roofing systems are among the most popular commercial roofing systems in the US, and their popularity continues to grow annually.
It’s important to remember that slate is a durable roofing material that will often outlive the members of your family. If you’re having an issue with your slate roof, we may be able to help you make repairs so that you don’t have to replace it with a less durable material.
If your building has air-conditioning equipment located on the roof, proper flashing and sealing will prevent it from leaking. If you notice water stains on the ceiling in areas around rooftop A/C equipment, the flashing may be the source of the problem.
Did you know that metal roofs are the best in the industry when it comes to protection against snow and ice? This is because metal roofs are specifically designed to withstand the weight of ice dams as well as repel both snow and ice.
When a new roof is installed, but the decking is still in good condition, it is still necessary to place an underlayment between the shingles and the deck. It protects the deck from rain before the shingles are in place and then afterwards around the flashing and in case of shingle blow-off.
Built-up roofs (BUR), also called "tar and gravel" roofs, have been in the US for more than 100 years! BURs use alternating layers of bitumen and reinforcing fabrics to create a finished membrane. Many of them incorporate a base sheet, used as the bottom-most ply to create extra strength.
Normally, slate tends to come in shades of gray, but it's not limited to just one hue. Slate can come in a variety of colors, even from the same place. For example, slate from North Wales can be light gray, dark gray, purple, green, cyan, or any color in between.