Reflective roof coatings have the ability to save you money in multiple ways. Not only do they minimize the need for roof repairs and decrease energy costs for the building, but they also extend the life of (and reduce maintenance costs for) HVAC systems.
One thing that makes Solatube lighting fixtures so efficient is the Spectra Light interior surface that’s installed. This allows for a 99.7 percent reflective surface, throughout the tub, with only 0.3 percent loss of light per reflection.
If you're considering a roof replacement, it might be useful to know the average residential roof size in the U.S. Care to make a guess? If you guessed around 1,600 square feet, you're right.
While we all enjoy treating ourselves to a visit to a spa, why not give your bathroom a spa-like atmosphere every day? Tubular daylighting devices like Solatube will brighten up your bathroom to a level of luxury usually found only at expensive resorts.
We understand that every business has different goals for their buildings. Whether your hope is to create a comfortable atmosphere for your employees or to provide a safe place to store equipment inexpensively, we’re always happy to help with your roofing needs.
One of the benefits of metal roofs is that you can mix and match roofing materials. For example, you can have a high quality galvanized steel roof and then adorn it with accents like a copper tower or stainless steel bay windows. With metal roofs, the design possibilities are endless.
When a Solatube system is installed, the structural integrity of the roof is not compromised. The tubes are located between the rafters, so only openings in the roof and the ceiling are needed.
A metal roof is durable, often outperforming other roofing materials by a wide margin. Metal roofing is also energy efficient. In warm weather, it reduces the need for air conditioning by reflecting heat away from a home's interior.
It’s important to remember that your roof is your building’s first line of defense between the elements and your inventory. Let’s talk about how regular roof inspection could help to keep your employees, equipment and inventory safe.
In metal roofing, aluminum, zinc, terne, stainless steel, copper, and other materials can be used. Aluminum can be formed into a detailed wooden look, has a paint finish, and is anodized for additional strength. Zinc has a low-gloss gray appearance, while stainless steel looks bright or metallic.
Solar panel systems are ideally designed for flat roofs but can be installed on slanted roofs as well. Make sure if you are considering solar that you consult with your roofing professional on what roof would work best for you!
Primers are sometimes used in the application of roof coating systems, as they are useful for improving adhesion between the coating and the actual roof surface. Usually, whether a primer will be needed or not is indicated by the coating manufacturer’s instructions.
Even though tubular daylighting devices bring the sun in, they do not bring the heat with it. Unlike uninsulated windows or skylights, you do not have to worry about your cooling costs climbing when these are installed.
Did you know that, these days, metal roofing is available in a wide range of materials? This allows for a certain degree of design flexibility that enables the roof to complement any architectural style.
Solatube roofing provides a seamless flashing design that allows rain and debris to bypass the skylight naturally. The Solatube flashings have no joints or weak points that may separate and allow water to enter.
The word “roofing” is of Germanic origins from nouns that had to do with thatching. It comes from Old Norse, “hróf,” which sounds quite similar to “roof.” Hróf meant “boat shed.”
During fall, regularly clean gutters and remove any leaf debris from the roof. Snow should also be shoveled off the roof as the weight can cause roof collapse.
If you live in a region prone to fires, local building codes are likely to require the use of fire resistant or fire proof roofing materials. According to FEMA, the best options are slate, clay or concrete tile, and metal roofing systems.
When it comes to low slope commercial roofs, these typically contain three principal components. These are a weatherproofing layer or component, a reinforcement layer to add strength, and surfacing, which protects the roof structure from sunlight and weather.
Stone coated steel roofs offer significant advantages. They hold their color, don’t fade in sunlight, resist hail damage, have high resistance to heat and fire, minimize energy bills and can often be installed over your existing roof.
The word “shingle” comes from a mispronunciation of the German word “shindel,” which connotes a piece of slate placed on a roof.
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.
