I got a phone call yesterday, “Greg, our metal roof is old and leaking, and we’re thinking of ways to repair it. Cost is our #1 concern” If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place! In short, you have four options: If that’s all the info you were after…great! If you want a more detailed answer, please continue …
Stay With Existing Spray Foam Roof or Go with TPO? (Pros and Cons)
I recently got an unexpected call from a commercial property owner. They said that they had a spray foam roof installed in 1994, it’s been recoated twice, but now there’s some leaking. They want to know if it’s more cost-effective to perform another recoat, or start over and install a new roofing system, such as TPO. Cost is their number …
Cost-Effective Repair for Modified Bitumen Roof
What should you do if you have a granulated modified bitumen roof and it’s leaking? You might think the only option is to rip it all off and install a new system. What if you could get a new roof installed for 1/3 of the cost of installing a new granulated roof? That’s exactly what happened to Mercer County Career …
What Is the Effective Useful Life of a Commercial Spray Foam Roof?
So, you’ve heard of spray foam roofing before but are unaware of how long it can last. I mean, what good is a roof for your commercial building if it’s not going to last very long? From a spray foam roofing company that’s been in business since 1979, we can tell you that they can last at least 50 …
Spray Foam Roofing for Existing Roofs: A Beginner’s Guide
When I bring up spray foam roofing to a friend or someone new that I meet, they always have a strange look on their face. They say, “I’ve never heard of that before” or “I’ve never seen that on a roof”. If you are like most, this is the first time you’ve heard about spray foam roofing. But don’t …
What Is a Monolithic Roof System?
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?
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 …
Built-up Roof: What Repair Options Do You Have?
Do you have an existing smooth built-up roof? Or do you have an existing built-up roof with loose rocks/gravel on it? Either way, if it’s leaking (or is very old) you need a cost-effective repair option. To get right to the point, if it’s a smooth BUR, you can repair it with a silicone roof coating system. If it’s …
The Best Roof for a Property Management Company
So, you’re a property management company. One of your main objectives is to keep the roof leak-free so that it doesn’t create an issue with tenants. Let’s say that your roof is 25+ years old and it’s time to install a new roof. What roofing system should you install? Metal, TPO, EPDM, Spray Foam? In this article, you’re going …
Three Re-roofing Options for Flat Roofs
So, you have a flat roof and it’s leaking. What repair options do you have? You could: Remove and install the same roofing system you already have Add coating over an existing roof Install spray polyurethane foam over your existing roof But first, we recommend getting a roofing contractor onto the roof. Why? Because once the current …