Owning or managing a commercial property is never dull. You have to monitor all you know and constantly learn new methods, strategies, and solutions to novel problems. Your day is a series of questions: Do we have enough rock salt for winter? When were the HVAC filters changed? What is considered preventive maintenance for the company […]
How do managers and owners of commercial buildings make expensive, potentially business-altering roofing decisions? One helpful tool is life cycle cost analysis. What is a life cycle cost analysis? Why is life cycle cost analysis required? Avoid Confusion Business buzzwords come and go. Remember “disaggregating the data,” “new normal,” or “paradigm shifts?” Is a […]
Why are you in business? We assume you could answer instantly: to make money, provide good jobs, improve your community, give back to the world, etc., etc. Too easy, right? Here’s a tougher one. Why is maintenance essential for your flat roof? Many building owners and facilities managers cannot answer. We can help! Why […]
Very few pieces of paper are as valuable to your business as a flat roof maintenance checklist. It may not look impressive, but keep it handy anytime you deal with your company’s low-slope or flat roof. A checklist helps ensure a long life for one of your business’s most important assets, your commercial roof. Check […]
Excess water from a leaky roof always causes a lot of trouble. It may damage roofing materials, compromise the structural integrity of the building, ruin items, and destroy electronics. And as if water damage is not enough, a roof leak can pave the way for mold growth. Mold should be one of your primary concerns […]
Roof coatings for low-slope or flat roofs are economical answers to challenging, budget-busting questions. Properly applied roof coatings can extend the life of an aging roof, prevent water leaks, and help you schedule full roof replacement on your schedule, not the roof’s. Your Roof System Your commercial property’s roof is the ultimate shield protecting […]
Riddles are wonderful when you’re five years old. By adulthood, they get a wee bit annoying. But this is no riddle: how many layers should a flat roof have? This seemingly simple question has two answers. Building Codes How many layers should a flat roof have? If we think of a “layer” as a […]
Properly installed roofs can last many years with minor cleaning and maintenance. However, even the strongest roofs will need to be replaced at some point. If it is time to replace your commercial roofing, it is vital to determine what affects the budget. So how much does flat roofing cost to install? There’s no straight answer […]
Your commercial roof can withstand weather elements and storms up to a certain degree. However, severe storms can be overpowering, leaving your perfectly conditioned roof with severe damage. So what do you do first after storm damage? Do you call your insurer, inspect the roof yourself, or call local storm damage services? Storm damage is […]
Congratulations on being the proud new owner of a commercial property! With your new building, you get all four walls, a complete floor, and a lovely roof. Question: do you know how to care for your commercial roof? Do you know the various parts of your commercial roof? Let’s get familiar with seven important commercial […]
