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4 ways to improve commercial roof energy performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Reflective membranes, insulation, roof coatings and routine maintenance can help commercial buildings in warmer climates reduce heat gain and improve roof performance. Hot climates can put significant pressure on commercial roofing systems and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment beneath them. For property managers looking to improve building ...
Q&A – Underlayment extension
Looking for a second opinion on a transition detail, this homeowner turned to the AskARoofer Experts. Corey from Arizona recently sent in the following question: I'm looking for an independent second opinion on a transition detail from a recent roof replacement. My previous contractor redid the entire underlayment on my ...
Coating or replacement? Making the roof investment count
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding roof condition, service life and climate can help facility managers determine which investment delivers the strongest long-term return. For building facility managers, choosing between a commercial roof coating and full replacement requires looking beyond the initial price tag. Roof condition, expected service life, climate and long-term ...
Top October articles: Roofing basics and global architecture
By Emma Peterson. See which stories rose to the top this month. As another month comes to a close, it’s time for our regularly scheduled article recap! These top article recaps are designed to break down the most popular articles each month to make it easier for the AskARoofer readers to keep ...
Who is responsible when several contractors work on the roof?
By Cotney Consulting Group. Responsibility should be established before several contractors begin working on the roof, not after water enters the building. A commercial roof may be accessed by far more than the roofing contractor. HVAC technicians, electricians, plumbers, solar installers, sign companies, communication contractors and maintenance personnel may all ...
Preparation builds stronger flat roofs
By Jesse Sanchez. Proper substrate preparation can help flat roofing systems achieve stronger adhesion, improved durability and better long-term performance. A flat roof’s long-term performance begins before the membrane is installed. According to HER Roofing, careful substrate preparation helps create the clean, dry and level surface needed to support adhesion ...
Climate concerns when it comes to roof coatings
AskARoofer Expert Bridget Wilson discusses the ripple out effects of green roofs. Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Bridget Wilson. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Emma Richardson: I'm Emma Richardson here with AskARoofer.com, and we're talking to ...
How deferred roof maintenance spreads damage through a building
By Cotney Consulting Group. The most economical roof problem is usually the one addressed before it has the chance to spread. A small roof problem rarely stays small. What begins as loose flashing, a blocked drain, a minor puncture or an open seam can eventually affect insulation, decking, ceilings, walls, ...
Selling or buying a property? Do not overlook the roof records
By Cotney Consulting Group. A roof can influence a property transaction long before the buyer and seller reach the final price. Buyers want to know how old the roof is, whether it has leaked, what repairs have been completed and how soon replacement may be necessary. Sellers want to ...
Q&A – Self-adhered versus torch-down
When presented with low-slope roofing options, this Californian wanted to get a second opinion. Albert, a homeowner in California with a low-slope roof, recently reached out to our experts with the following question: I was speaking with a roofer about replacing my roof, and he recommended using Polyfresco with a torch-down ...
