Often your new roof will be covered under warranty, so that you can sleep well knowing that the money, time, and energy you invested into getting a new roof will be worth it.
The Solatube system can help with venting of your attic. A roof venting system is available for use in conjunction with the lighting system that will help properly vent your attic to keep it cool and prevent backflow.
To make ceramic roofing tiles waterproof, a waterproof membrane is laid directly on the roof sheathing. Then the tiles are laid individually on a pad of mortar with the bottom layer of tiles turned upside down. A second layer of tiles is laid right side up.
Although some steel roofs should be coated with special corrosion resistant galvanic coating, there are a number of metal roofs that do not require any coating whatsoever, such as zinc, aluminum, and copper.
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.
Some of the main areas in the United States for slate are eastern Pennsylvania and New York and Vermont. Slate in these areas comes in a variety of colors, including green, purple and black. These different colors produce a stunning effect on roofs and account for a good deal of the popularity of slate.
Unfortunately, not every repair around your home is a good opportunity for you to safely put on your tool belt and get to work. Rest assured that our crew knows how to perform roofing work quickly and in a manner that won’t harm them or your home.
Did you know that Solatube roofing systems can be completely customized? When you buy your Tubular Daylighting Device (TDD) from Solatube, you can build the system to meet your specific needs and adhere to your budget.
While some severe storms that hit the area can make a roof a total loss, the hailstones present in others can simply cause damage to a portion of your roof’s shingles. Let’s talk about how installing a metal roof can spare you from have to deal with quite so much hail damage.
We recognize that roofing installation issues aren’t always readily apparent when you’re walking a commercial property you plan to purchase. If you need to ensure that your new building is safe for your employees, inventory or equipment, we’re always ready to help you evaluate and repair the roof.
Getting a power wash? Remember to do this sparingly, as the heavy wash can wear away parts of the roof and weaken it's durability.
Purple and green slate roofs in Vermont and New York date back to the Cambrian period and are at least 500 to 570 million years old. Black slate from northwestern Pennsylvania and Virginia and red and green from New York and Vermont date back to the Ordovician period, 435 to 500 million years ago.
So what exactly is a water shedding system when it comes to metal roofing? To be efficient at shedding water, the roof usually requires a roof slope of 3 to 12 or greater (meaning for each 12 inches of run from eave to ridge, the roof must rise up at least three inches).
The pitch (slope) of the roof has an impact on shingle life. If the pitch is too shallow, water does not run off as freely, and it can pool, which breaks down the shingles. As such, shingle selection must be such to address the effect of pitch.
Did you know that one of the reasons slate is so superior to other types of roofing materials is due to its cleaving abilities? This is due to its many layers of sedimentary rock that can be cleaved off seamlessly, resulting in a beautiful natural shingle.
One of the great benefits of wood shakes is that they are energy-efficient, allowing greater air circulation through a building and helping to insulate attic spaces. Wood shakes also add a more natural, earthy look to any structure.
We understand that natural sunlight can be stark and harsh at times. By adding filters, you can actually change the tones and quality of the natural light that’s entering your home.
Do you like the look of wood shakes but not the maintenance they require or the fire danger they represent? Some tile manufacturers are making tiles that look like wood shakes but are made of concrete, eliminating both the fire potential and the high-maintenance element of wood shakes.
The word “construct” evolved from the Latin, constructus, meaning to pile up or build. Today, it means to work systematically to build, form, devise or fit together varied parts, elements and materials to create buildings, roads or machines.
The right kind of roof for your commercial building largely depends on the kind of roof that your building has. Usually, these are divided into low-slope roofs and steep-slope roofs. The dividing line is a 3:12 slope, or a 14-degree angle.
Metal roofs can usually be cleaned using a simple garden hose or power soaker. More resistant grime van be brushed off using detergent or trisodium phosphate. Wire brushes and steel wools should not be used as they can damage the roof's protective coating.
Slate roofs can easily withstand extreme winds because they have a flat surface, which also lets them be unaffected by severe hail damage. Better yet, slate has a natural insulation capability, which reduces your heating and cooling costs.
Metal is a popular roofing material for commercial construction, and there are a number of metals to choose from, including: steel, galvanized steel (which can corrode), stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and zinc.
It has been well proven that exposure to sunlight offers a number of important health benefits, including the decrease of the risk of colon and breast cancer, and the development of a strong immune system. Solatube skylights can significantly increase your daily exposure to natural light.