Why Do I Need a Roof Maintenance Plan if I Have a Warranty

Why Do I Need a Roof Maintenance Plan if I Have a Warranty?

Rufus WestRoof Maintenance

When your contractor completed your roof project, you probably received a warranty of some kind. Did you know that your warranty has limits, and if you don’t take care of your roof…your warranty may not be valid? In this article, we will cover types of warranties, types of maintenance plans, and why it’s important to have BOTH to protect your …

Infrared Roof Surveys: How They Are Performed and Why They Are Important

Infrared Roof Surveys: How They Are Performed and Why They Are Important

Rufus WestCommercial Roof Inspection

How does your commercial roof look? On the surface, it may seem like your roof is in excellent condition, but many would be shocked to learn that their flat roof has minor leaks that could lead to mold, rot or even structural damage. How do contractors find your facilities’ secret leaks? Infrared Moisture Surveys give contractors and inspectors the ability …

5 Common Causes of Commercial Roof Leaks

Why Is My Commercial Roof Leaking? 5 Common Causes of Commercial Roof Leaks

Rufus WestOther

No one wants to see water leaking through their roof. Even with regular roof maintenance, harsh weather can roll through, and you can find a puddle on your floor. Over the past 45 years, our team of roofing experts has seen this happen more than we can count. But if you are prepared and maintain the leak, you can prevent …

Problems with Tar and Gravel Commercial Roofs

5 Problems with Tar and Gravel Commercial Roofs

Rufus WestGravel Built-Up

 When you think of a commercial roof, you may think of black tar being mopped on a flat roof. That’s because tar and gravel (built-up) roofs are one of the oldest commercial roof types in the US. But does one of the oldest types of commercial roofs have problems you should know about? Of course! What is a Tar and …

Membrane Roof Blisters: Causes, Prevention, and Repair

Membrane Roof Blisters: Causes, Prevention, and Repair

Rufus WestRoof Maintenance

 As weather changes from season to season, it’s important to keep up with your maintenance plan to keep your roof in working order. With weather changes, roof blisters may appear on your commercial flat roof. While roof blisters may not need immediate attention, if left unmonitored, they could lead to saturated insulation and a damaged membrane. Roof blisters are not …

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Spray on Roof Coatings: What Is It and Are You Eligible?

Rufus WestRoof Maintenance, Silicone Roof Coatings

Summary: Roof coatings are similar to a very thick paint that’s engineered to restore an existing roof. Most building owners choose this option because it minimizes tear-off, creates a seamless membrane, lowers energy costs, and provides a new 10-20-year warranty.  You’ve probably heard or read about commercial roof coatings and how they can save you money and energy costs while …

Cost of Silicone Restoration Membrane for a Commercial Roof

What’s the Cost of a Silicone Roof Coating System?

Rufus WestCost/Pricing, Silicone Roof Coatings

A silicone roof coating system usually costs $3 – $7 per square foot. Many factors influence price, such as: We’ll dive into these points (and others) below. And just so you’re aware, West Roofing Systems has been in commercial roofing since 1979. We quote roof coating projects daily, so all of this info is from real roofing projects. NOTE: This …

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The Pros and Cons of Silicone Roof Coatings

Rufus WestPros/Cons, Silicone Roof Coatings

The nine “pros” are: The six “cons” are: And just so you aware, West Roofing Systems has been installing silicone roof coating systems since they became a “thing” around the year 2008. Pros of Silicone Roof Coating Systems   Cost Savings The #1 benefit of a silicone roof coating system is the cost savings versus completely tearing off and installing …

Silicone Restoration Membrane for Commercial Roofs

Silicone Restoration Membrane: Installation and Performance

Rufus WestSilicone Roof Coatings

What if I told you there was another option to paying for a full roof replacement? A Silicone Restoration Membrane (SRM) can save you time and money when facing a commercial roof project. At West Roofing Systems, we’ve been restoring commercial roof systems to working order while saving facility owners and managers thousands of dollars in repairs and roof replacements. …