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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 ...
Project profile: San Juan Capistrano
By Emma Peterson. Faced with increasing wildfire threats, homeowners are discovering the value of installing stone-coated steel roofing. For many people the 2025 Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fires were a harsh wake-up call to the risks of living in the fire-prone region of Southern California. And for good reason. These ...
Top July articles: Versatile products, important advice and powerful stories
By Emma Peterson. From choosing the right roof to learning about innovative products and trusted contractors, these were the articles AskARoofer readers couldn't stop reading last month. The team at AskARoofer has had a busy July trying to keep up with all the innovations and news coming out of the ...
Metal keeps things cool
By The Coffee Shops™. Why metal roofing generally reflects and releases heat better than asphalt shingles. Many homeowners don’t realize the impact their roof has on the rest of their home. But from attic temperatures and indoor comfort to air conditioning bills and beyond, the roof on top of a ...
Roofing for every climate
By Emma Peterson. A guide to choosing the right roofing products based on your regional weather, performance needs and challenges. There are a lot of environmental factors to consider when choosing the right materials for the roof of your home, not to mention the additional considerations for budget and ...
Regional roofing risks: Southern California
By The Coffee Shops™. Understanding 5 common roofing issues that SoCal homeowners face. For many people, the year-round sunshine of Southern California (SoCal) sounds like a dream. But locals of the area will be the first to say that the climate is far more complicated than just sunshine and good ...
The context of climate and commercial roofing systems
By The Coffee Shops™. Choosing the right commercial roofing system starts with understanding the conditions it must withstand. Commercial roofing is not a one-size-fits-all decision. A system that performs well in a dry inland climate may fail more quickly near the coast, while a roof built for the Pacific Northwest’s ...
Smart roofing choices for a stronger home
By The Coffee Shops™. When it comes to investing in a roof built to last, it’s important to do things the right way. Choosing to pursue a roofing project can be scary; roofing materials and services are an investment, and while price tags and timelines may be a bit ...
Climate resilience becomes a priority for commercial roof design
By The Coffee Shops™. Building owners are rethinking roofing strategies as heat waves, heavy rainfall and severe storms place greater demands on commercial roof systems. As extreme weather events become more frequent across the country, building owners and facility managers are reevaluating how roof systems are designed and maintained. In ...
Spring roof maintenance tips every homeowner should know
By The Coffee Shops™. Professional inspections and routine upkeep can keep your roofing system in better condition year-round. As warmer weather arrives, many homeowners are turning their attention to spring maintenance projects, and their roofs should be high on the list. In the article “Spring Roofing: Your Essential 5-Point Checklist,” ...
