While metal roofs have extended service lives when compared to other materials, that life can be extended even further when the metal is painted. A coat of high-quality metal paint protects against corrosion and degradation while adding to its aesthetic characteristics.
Typically, slate roofing is sold in 1/4-inch and 5/16ths-inch thicknesses. You can purchase thicker slate tiles of 3/8th-inch to 1-inch depth, but it is more expensive. Our roofing professionals can advise you on the thickness that matches your needs and fits your budget.
The most commonly used metal roofing is corrugated, galvanized sheet metal that is inexpensive, durable, easy to install, and has a long lifespan. It has traditionally been used for utility buildings such as barns and sheds.
Trying to bring sunlight into a large, dark space? Solatube can be installed with multiple tubes and multiple lenses. Cluster them in one area for a dramatic effect or have them distributed around the space to infuse the room with natural light.
Some roofing membranes come in rolls. Loose-laid membranes are rolled across the surface and held in place with applied adhesives, shingles or other materials placed on top. Self-adhering membranes have factory applied adhesives for quick installation.
While exposure to adequate amounts of sunlight is definitely healthy, many of us miss out on it because of a sedentary indoor lifestyle. Fortunately, this can be remedied by investing in a Solatube system that effectively brings healthy, UV filtered sunlight to any room in your home or office.
If the roof has taken only localized damage from something like a tree falling or normal wear, then only those damaged shingles need to be replaced.
One of the many problems with traditional roofing shingles is that they can chip extremely easily when pounded by a rough hailstorm. If you’re tired of having to replace shingles after every severe storm, it may be time to investigate whether a metal roof is right for you.
Not sure whether to go with a Solatube daylighting system or a traditional box skylight? The Solatube system offers several benefits including flexible location options, low cost of installation, and better lighting performance overall.
One of the unique properties of zinc coated roofing materials (like galvanized steel) is that it is self-healing. This means that scratches do not leave the core metal exposed to corroding forces because the zinc automatically seals itself.
As part of a roof inspection, the roof structure is checked for signs of moisture, rot, or mold—all which can signal that’s it’s time for a roof replacement. Wet spots don’t always occur underneath a faulty shingle. Rather, water can travel down to its lowest spot before dripping.
Did you know that most Solatube domes come equipped with something called Raybender technology? This enables the dome to capture and redirect both morning and evening low level sunlight down into the tube.
Did you know that tin roofing was a product of 18th century Canada? Though its roots were Canadian, it was only a matter of time before it gained foothold in the United States. Even Thomas Jefferson installed one himself on the famous Monticello.
Building permits are required for almost all re-roofing projects, and the building inspector will decide how the company proceeds with laying the new roof.
Solatube roofing can reduce the number of light fixtures that you would need in a room, thereby saving you electricity and money. Solatube roofing is both a time and cost efficient option to traditional windows and skylights.
If your commercial building has ensured a significant storm (whether hail, heavy snowfall, or high winds), a roof inspection is always going to be your best bet. This way, simple repairs such as minor punctures and small leaks can be quickly made to avoid any damage to your building.
Sometimes a leaking roof is not the result of faulty shingles. The materials used to seal around chimneys, air vents, flashing, and other protrusions can shrink and crack, creating places for water to seep in. If it has been years since you have had any roofing work done, call us to inspect these areas.
Unlike roofing installed with exposed metal fasteners, standing seam roofs allow for greater thermal expansion and, because the fasteners are covered, are less likely to develop leaks over time. While exposed fastener roofing works well on structures requiring good ventilation, they may not be the best choice for living facilities.
When you are redoing your roof, a skylight is often a very desirable option that you may be thinking about. But if a full blown skylight isn’t in the budget, a cost effective solatube system might be able to serve you just as well.
Some roof coatings are solvent-based. These coatings may also be called cutback coatings, as they are made with asphalt, which is solid at room temperature, and “cut back” with solvent. This makes the coating liquid at room temperature.
Gutters are really part of your roofing system, and you should keep them clean to help prevent leaks. Gutters that are full of leaves or other materials can cause the rain to back up, and that could undermine your roof and cause it to leak.
Did you know that flashings are the materials most likely to fail on the roof? Flashings are used to keep water out of roofing sections; if the flashings fail, the roof becomes very vulnerable to leakage and therefore to potentially severe indoor and outdoor damage.
We understand that not every employee can have an office with a view. If you want your employees to have the benefits of natural lighting, we can make that happen nearly anywhere.
The bottom line is, metal roofing has been proven to be much more durable than most other roofing systems available today. This translates to lower maintenance and lifecycle costs, making it worth the initial investment.