Flat Roof
Flat roof maintenance during warmer weather
By The Coffee Shops. Stay on top of your summer roof maintenance with Fields Roof Service. With temperatures heating up, flat roofs face increased stress, and small spring issues can become expensive summer problems. A roof that looks fine early in the season can develop blisters, cracks or lifted edges ...
How extreme heat damages commercial roofing membranes
By Jesse Sanchez. Intense summer temperatures can accelerate membrane deterioration, weaken seams and expose commercial roofs to premature failure. Extreme heat can take a serious toll on commercial roofing long before damage becomes visible from the ground. Kodiak Roofing & Waterproofing explains that sustained summer temperatures place roofing systems under ...
Protecting flat roofs year-round
By Jesse Sanchez. Regular flat roof maintenance can help property owners prevent leaks, reduce repair costs and support long-term roof performance. Flat roofing systems are common across homes, townhouses, multifamily buildings and commercial properties, offering practical advantages for urban construction. But because they are designed with minimal slope, Royal Renovators ...
How to choose the right commercial roofing material
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how lifespan, performance factors and maintenance requirements shape the decision between TPO, EPDM, PVC, metal and built-up roofing systems. Choosing a commercial roofing system is a long-term business decision, not just a line item in a construction budget. Many contractors emphasize that building owners and facility ...
Preparing roofs before spring storms
By Jesse Sanchez. Spring weather brings heavy rain, strong winds and sudden temperature swings, making early roof preparation critical for protecting homes and commercial buildings. As spring storm season approaches, property owners face a familiar but increasingly unpredictable pattern of heavy rain, high winds and rapid temperature shifts. Those conditions ...
Why TPO roofing stands out
By Jesse Sanchez. TPO roofing delivers energy efficiency, durability and cost savings for flat and low-slope roofs. Selecting a roofing system requires careful consideration of climate demands, building design and long-term performance. With hot, humid summers and winters that bring snow and freeze-thaw cycles, flat and low-slope roofs must perform ...
Flat roofs in the Upper Midwest
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how flat and low-slope roofing systems perform in the Upper Midwest, what roofing options are best and how to protect them from climate-related challenges. Flat and low-slope roofs are a common feature across commercial and residential properties in Minnesota and Wisconsin, and Classic Construction & Consulting ...
Finding a safety-minded commercial contractor
By Emma Peterson. Lauren Morley explains why working with a safety-minded commercial contractor is the right move and how to find one near you. In a new episode of the AskARoofer™ podcast, Lauren Morley, the owner and president of R3NG Roofing and Gutters in Colorado, stopped by to talk about ...
When blue skies become a roofing risk
By ROOFCORP of America. ROOFCORP highlights the warning signs and maintenance strategies that help combat UV-related damage. In sun-drenched markets where clear skies dominate the forecast, commercial roofs endure a level of ultraviolet exposure that can quietly shorten their service life. While consistent sunshine may reduce concerns about storms or ...
Flat roofs, smart drainage and weatherproofing your investment
By ROOFCORP of America. A well-designed drainage system isn’t just protecting your building against storms; it’s a smart investment that preserves your property in the long run. Flat commercial roofs might make sense on paper, as they’re often depicted as cheaper to build, easier to access and offer more usable ...
