August 2009 Volume 1 Number 8 There are many choices in roof coatings available to roofing contractors today. This sometimes makes it difficult for a contractor to choose the correct coating for a particular project. Choosing the correct coating becomes more complicated given the myriad of roof systems currently on the market. Before choosing a […]
July 2009 Volume 1 Number 7 The purchase of a new roof system is an important decision and should be treated as an investment. Before you spend that hard earned money, spend a little time learning how to evaluate roofing contractors. First and foremost, insist on working with a professional roofing contractor. The following guidelines […]
June 2009 Volume 1 Number 6 “Preparation through education is less costly than learning through tragedy.” Max Mayfield, National Hurricane Center History has taught us some very costly lessons. By knowing your vulnerability and what actions you should take, you can reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster. All hurricanes are dangerous, but some more […]
May 2009 Volume 1 Number 5 Other items that should be placed in the roofing file include a roof plan; the location of any hidden conduit; drawings and specifications (as built); copies of labels on roofing materials, including UL, FM, ASTM or ANSI designations; and trade names of materials. A total roof management program will […]
April 2009 Volume 1 Number 4 Sometimes use of a building changes, causing factors that affect a roof’s performance to also change. Exhaust or humidity / condensation levels may change or there may be an increase in foot traffic or equipment may be stored on the roof. Now that we’ve identified factors that directly affect […]
March 2009 Volume 1 Number 3 Roofing systems are assets and have a finite life expectancy. Life expectancy can range from as little as 5 years to as much as 30 years, with 20 years being a good milestone when replacement or significant restoration will need to be performed. Few people would purchase a new […]
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