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How Durable Is The Roof On Your Commercial Property?

How Durable Is The Roof On Your Commercial Property?

Many commercial building owners are unaware of the fact that their commercial roof system is less durable than necessary and cannot withstand extremities. Neglecting this fact can result in further damage to your roof and can be very costly. Regular roof inspections can usually prevent costly emergency repairs. During a roof inspection we look for: Persistent leaksInexplicable moldFlashing pulling away or liftingA coating that has wornOpen seams If you notice any of the items above then i...

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Why Are Flat Roofs Common on Commercial Buildings?

Why Are Flat Roofs Common on Commercial Buildings?

There can be big differences in cost, material, and maintenance between flat roofs and sloped roofs. Why do some buildings have flat roofs while others have peaked roofs? As it turns out, flat roofs are particularly common on commercial buildings, and there’s a couple of interesting reasons for that. 1. Cost-Effectiveness - A flat roof is cheaper to build and maintain than a sloped roof. A properly designed and maintained flat roof has a number of cost benefits as well, including redu...

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What is TPO Roofing

What is TPO Roofing?

Thermoplastic olefin, also known as TPO, is a very common flat roofing material that does not degrade under solar UV radiation. White is again the color most commonly used as it offers excellent solar reflectivity. TPO roofs are highly tear resistant and TPO laps are welded together using hot air. TPO Roofing Systems combine the long-term durability rubber provides with the security of hot air welded seams.  TPO Roofings tough, tear-resistant single-ply membrane resists chemical spills, oi...

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