Roofing 101
Roof restoration 101
By The Coffee Shops®. Discover what makes a roof a good candidate for restoration and the steps contractors can take to protect it for the future. Years ago, when a roof was damaged or needed significant repairs, the typical solution was to tear it off and replace it entirely. Today, ...
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 ...
Roofing with wildfires in mind
AAR Expert Bridgit Wilson shares insights into the roofing side of fire preparedness. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Bridget Wilson, of Cardinal Roofing.You can Read the interview below, Listen to the recording or Watch it on YouTube. Emma Richardson: Hi everyone, I'm Emma Richardson here for ...
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, ...
Choosing the right flat roof membrane
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding the differences between TPO, EPDM and PVC can help commercial property owners select a roofing system suited to their building, climate and budget. Single-ply membranes have become a common choice for commercial flat and low-slope roofs because they offer reliable performance, predictable costs and installation flexibility. ...
The importance of roof maintenance records
By Cotney Consulting Group. Why every property owner should have this simple file, and what should be in it. Most property owners know they should keep records for major repairs, warranties and insurance claims. Yet roofing documents are often scattered across email inboxes, filing cabinets, contractor folders and old closing paperwork. ...
Roofing work affects more than the roof
By Cotney Consulting Group. Learn about planning roof work around an occupied building. When a building remains occupied during a roofing project, the work can affect employees, tenants, customers, residents, deliveries, parking, access and normal day-to-day operations. Noise, dust, odors, equipment movement and temporary closures can create problems even when ...
Learn about your roof one minisode at a time
By Emma Peterson. AskARoofer™ Minisodes break down common homeowner concerns into short, easy-to-understand podcast episodes featuring trusted industry experts. For many homeowners, their roof is the second-most expensive investment they’ll make in their home – just after buying the home itself! With that large of an investment on the table, ...
Your roof is a complete system, not just the material you see
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Your roof is not simply the shingles, panels or membrane visible from outside. When most homeowners look at a roof, they see shingles, metal panels, tile, or another finished surface. That visible material is important, but it is only one part of what protects the building. ...
Choosing gutters that can stand up to heavy rain
By Jesse Sanchez. The right gutter system can help protect a home’s roofline, siding and foundation when storms put drainage to the test. For homeowners, gutters are more than a finishing touch. They are one of the first defenses against water damage, mold growth, basement flooding and costly structural issues ...
