The commercial roofing industry is perhaps one of the most dangerous markets out there. As a matter of fact, this is one of the riskiest jobs within the construction industry alone. After all, there are various factors that can affect the safety and security of workers within the sector. This is why it’s important to [...]
Even though your home or commercial building has been well constructed and designed for the long haul, the outdoor elements and nature itself have a huge role in how long these structures last. Because there are so many different factors involved in how the wood in a structure performs, you can expect to see [...]
Whether you are buying or selling a property, building appraisals are important. For appraisals, the condition of the roof is one of the most important aspects evaluated because roofing can influence property value. The appraiser will need to look at several factors including, age, maintenance, materials, improvements, and the roofing styles throughout the neighborhood. [...]
Most people think of drones as being for entertainment, but they are finding use across many industries, including the construction industry. There are several tasks that drones can perform to help reduce costs, improve safety, and they can do the work more efficiently. How Drones Are Helping The Construction Industry? The drone role [...]
The majority of commercial buildings have flat roofing, mostly because this is more efficient for the support of HVAC and ventilation units which these buildings require. Many commercial buildings need to be accessed by people, and flat roofing makes this task easier. But, there are differences in flat roofing. Flat roofing needs to [...]
A concern with all roofing is leaks, and this includes metal roofing too. Even with proper installation, there is still a risk for leaking. Metal is prone to expansion during temperature swings. There are also flashings and other fixtures that move in different directions and mechanical seams can get out of alignment, causing seams to [...]
The constant exposure to the elements puts every roof at risk to stains. Pooled water and moisture leads to stains on commercial roofing. The most common signs of stains are lichens, moss, and algae. These microorganisms can grow in moist conditions such as when rain gets trapped in roof cracks. Any collected debris only further [...]
There are numerous benefits to having a flat roof and one major downside. Pooling water is a common problem with flat roofing as it does not drain water as effectively as pitched roofing which has a natural slope where the water can run off the roof. Since flat roofs do not drain well they [...]
One of the worst things for a building owner is roof rot. It might not sound like much of an issue, because you don’t always see it and “out of sight, out of mind”. The problem becomes evident once water spots appear on your ceiling or plaster starts falling off, but at this point, [...]
With the current situation across the globe, healthcare is the center of attention. Taking care of frontline workers and getting them the supplies they need to do their jobs is one thing, but hospitals and assisted living facility administrators also need to make sure healthcare buildings are functioning and safe too. Finding the Best [...]
