how to avoid a complete roof tear-off

How to Avoid a Complete Tear-off for a Commercial Roof?

Greg PalyaRoof Maintenance

  Two comments last month have come in about avoiding a complete roof tear-off. Do any of them sound like you? “Lately experiencing leaks. I’d like an estimate for a cost-effective solution avoiding a complete tear-off and rebuild if possible.” – June 2, 2021. “The roof, which is flat, was replaced in 1999, so we are looking for alternatives to …

comparison of commercial roofing systems

An Honest Comparison: Single-Ply vs. Metal vs. Spray Polyurethane Foam vs. Roof Coating Systems

Greg PalyaLearning Center, Single-Ply Membrane Roofing

 Are you a building owner who has a leaking commercial roof? Are you unsure which roofing system would be best to install? This educational article is designed to provide building owners with general knowledge of today’s four basic roofing systems. The four roofing systems are: Single-ply Metal Spray polyurethane foam Roof coating systems  The approach is simple. We list the …

coating installed on metal spray foam roof

Cost-Effective Solution for Leaking Commercial Metal Roof

Greg PalyaMetal Roofing

 So, you have a metal roof and it’s leaking. Your first thoughts might be “how much is it going to cost to rip all these panels off and install new ones? You wonder if there are other cost-effective options? The good news is, if the metal roof isn’t in that bad of shape, you can install a fluid-applied roofing system …

finished spray foam roof at odorite

What Is a Monolithic Roof System?

Greg PalyaSilicone Roof Coatings, Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing

  So, perhaps you’ve heard the term “Monolithic” or “Seamless” roofing systems? You may be thinking, “Who cares if it’s monolithic, as long as the roof doesn’t leak, that’s all that matters.” You’re right! We all want a roof that does exactly what it’s supposed to do…not leak. In this article, you’ll learn: What is a monolithic roof system? (and …

What Is Commercial Roof Recovery and Is It a Cost-Effective Solution

What Is Commercial Roof Recovery and Is It a Cost-Effective Solution?

Greg PalyaSilicone Roof Coatings, Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing

  So, you’ve heard the term “roof recovery” and how it’s a cost-effective alternative to a complete roof replacement. The short answer is…you’re right! Why would you throw away 80-90% of an existing roof if it’s in good condition? But sometimes, there are scenarios where roof recovery isn’t a good option. For example, when more than 50% of your commercial …

Tear in a TPO roof

What Happens If There’s a Tear in a TPO Roof?

Greg PalyaSingle-Ply Membrane Roofing

  So, you’re thinking about TPO roofing and you wonder, what happens if there’s a tear in this thing? It’s a big concern. Roofing systems cost a lot of money to install, and it would be devastating to have any issues. The short answer is if you have a tear in a TPO roof, the wind will expand the tear, …