Proper drainage is key to commercial roof longevity. However, the flatter the slope, the more prone it is to pooling water. Considering that a one-inch pond can weigh 5.2 pounds per square foot, it can put a great strain on the roof. When left unchecked for 48 hours, the roofing system can collapse due to hydrostatic pressure.
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Architectural Sheet Metal
We are Proud to add the Able Pump Station in Dallas, TX. (Part of the Trinity River Corridor Project) to our Portfolio. This Standing Seam Architectural Metal & Metal Panel structure is Stunning. And a Sparkling addition to the ever-growing Dallas Architectural Community!
Minimizing Heat Gain: Solar Reflectivity and Your Roof
Your roofing system doesn’t only keep your home safe, cozy and dry all year round; it also helps maintain comfortable indoor temperature. Most roofs nowadays have a high solar reflectance, which helps control heat gain. Alpine Roofing Construction, a residential roofing company in the area, discusses the importance of solar reflectivity to your roof’s performance and energy efficiency…. Continue Reading
Qualities to Look For in a Roofing Company
Commercial roofs are trickier hardware to work with and address when you compare them with their residential counterparts. Metal roofing for businesses and industries, for example, require a different level of maintenance and care.
Creative Ways to Reuse Old Metal Roof Material
In the old days, metal was considered an exclusive commercial roofing material. The development in the manufacturing process, however, has made it possible to create metal roofs that can fit residential homes. From 3.7% in 1998, metal roofing systems now account for 14% of the total roofing market. This is a three percent leap from its 11% market share in 2015.
