The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) recommends maintenance and repair be performed at least twice a year. More importantly before and after severe weather seasons such as winter in the Northern United States. These inspections are to clean the roof system of natural debris, clear all gutters and waterways, and assess vulnerable points in the roof system to ensure that …
When a contractor talks about the R-value of a material, they are talking about the material’s ability to resist thermal movement through it. The higher the R-value, the more insulation the material provides by limiting airflow between outside and inside the building. It’s important to think about R-value when considering your roof project because by increasing the R-value, you …
A new commercial roof is not a small purchase; whether you just purchased a new building or your aged roof is leaking, it’s daunting to think about jumping into such a significant investment. Many factors can affect the price of a spray polyurethane foam commercial roof; from the weather to the location to the material choices. Here at West Roofing Systems, we’ve …
A property inspector usually performs a commercial roof inspection. These assessments are performed to examine the condition of the facility and that everything is up to building codes before a real estate purchase, a lease agreement is signed, if there is a legal issue or if the owner is getting the building insured. In the case of a property …
There has been an emphasis recently on how spray foam affects the ability to identify and treat termites in homes, mostly in the Southern region of the US. It’s important to know that to ensure a safe and adequately cared for home, that proper procedures should be followed before and after your SPF installation. It is crucial for contractors, building …
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. A Silicone Restoration Membrane is a fluid applied silicone coating sprayed directly onto an existing roof system. An SRM system is a great option for buildings …
Winter can be a tough time for roofs, and in some areas of the US, you can’t get away from it. Your facility goes through a lot of wear and tear from snow, ice, wind and freezing weather. It can ruin your day to see a roof problem during the winter months but do not despair; some actions can be …
Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer is a single-ply membrane that consists of a synthetic rubber compound that allows it to be flexible. EPDM has been used on commercial roofing facilities since the 1960s and is considered a time-tested option. With EPDM, you have an option of choosing from 45, 60, or 90 mils thickness and either black or white for …
Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply roofing membrane that is one of the fastest growing commercial roofing systems on the market. TPO roofing systems are made up of a single layer of synthetics and reinforcing scrim that can be used to cover flat roofs. Known as “White Roofs,” TPO is generally manufactured white and highly reflective. TPO membrane can be …
Spray foam roofing can be used to solve your commercial building’s toughest challenges, inside and out. When it comes to spray foam, a few options are depending on your project requirements. We’ve installed over 59,000,000 sq. feet of roofing domestically and internationally and during that time we helped business owners protect their facilities with spray foam. In this article, …