Over the last few years, the use of single-ply roofing has become much more common in residential homes because it has many advantages to offer such as lower cost, less maintenance, and even fewer odors when installed. If it is poorly designed, improperly installed, or lacks proper care, it could prematurely fail. So it would…
Flat & Low Slope
In recent years, the application of modified bitumen to commercial buildings has increased. It is believed that this material covers approximately twenty percent of the commercial building top market. The features and benefits of this material can be vouched for by professionals who have been in the roofing business for a long time. Modified bitumen…
Selecting the right style of roofing system matters just as much as choosing the right and appropriate materials for a home itself. It is essential when planning to build a new roof or replace one to have a clear understanding and proper guidance to make an informed design choice. During the selection process, it is…
Roofs can be categorized into two major types: sloped and flat. While the difference in the shape is obvious, there are other less obvious characteristics between these two styles in terms of performance, cost, and maintenance requirements. Flat As the name implies, this design is almost level and does not have a triangular top. Its…
The protection provided by a roof is paramount to a building’s structure. After the structure’s load-bearing and exterior walls are framed, the construction of the top of the building is the next task completed by a crew. A suitable design is certain required and the total design should consist of materials, the building process and…
When it comes to the integrity of a roofing system, there is no such thing as ‘infinity.’ As time passes, a roof will begin to demonstrate signs of structural deterioration, which is normal. Commercial roofs will exhibit signs of wear in multiple ways – granulation, cracking, rusting, puncturing, tears, and exposure of membranes. These problems…
The flat roof is a popular design because it effectively maximizes attic space. Many commercial and some residential buildings implement this design because of the extra space benefit; however, there is one well-known drawback with a flat structure – water leakage. Due to the flat design, any precipitation tends to pool and seep through cracks…
Residential roof construction is strikingly different from that of commercial buildings. There are some logical reasons for this difference: commercial buildings are larger and wider and they may require special ventilation, insulation, and materials to protect the roof from natural or man-made damage. There are basically two types of roofing materials that have dominated the…
In the past, Houston commercial roofing contractors gave little significance to roofing structure. They didn’t mind its impact to the environment, business and comfort of the people using the building and thought that everything was fine as long as the roof served its primary purpose. Research and rigorous studies regarding the effect of the type…
Often, those who own buildings or homes with flat roofs have multiple problems with their roofs. Owners of these buildings or homes need a simple understanding of what must be done to repair these roofs. Problems with flat roofs commonly begin with the pooling of water, which eventually causes the supporting structure to rot, creating…