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Flat Roof Repair- 4 Common Types of Flat Roofs We Recover

Mon, May 30, 2016 @ 08:00 AM | Perry

Many building owners are surprised and optimistic when they find out about how their existing roof could be recovered with a PVC membrane saving the cost and mess of tearing off the old roof. The substantial cost savings of recovering your existing roof with a PVC membrane as opposed to tearing the old roof off and replacing it is enough for even the most skeptical building owners to give it a second look.

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How Much Does Metal Roof Repair Cost?

Fri, May 27, 2016 @ 05:05 PM | Perry

Gain general knowledge about metal roof repair cost and the factors that influence the price of roof repairs. For more detailed repair estimates based on your specific building's metal roof, we strongly recommend that you invite us out to do a site visit and free evaluation or have a reputable roofing company in your area look at your metal roof repair project.

Targeted Use of Metal Roof Sealants and Metal Roof Coatings 

Just because a metal roof starts to leak doesn't mean that the entire roof is bad or needs to be replaced. Many times leaks can be found and fixed using the correct metal roof sealant or by replacing screws or tape sealer. Metal roofs that were installed correctly and that still have service life remaining, fall into this category.

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Flat Roof Repair-Mechanically Attached or Fully Adhered

Tue, May 24, 2016 @ 07:00 AM | Perry

Advances in flat roofing technology have let building owners with more choices than ever when deciding which flat roof repair option is right for their building. The development of fabric re-enforced roofing membranes have allowed for an attachment method that eliminates the need to glue down or fully adhere rubberized roofing membranes. The more advanced and stronger way flat roofing membranes can be installed is by using an attachment method that is called mechanically attached meaning to be screwed down.

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Request a free roof evaluation for your commercial building

Choosing The Right Gutter Guard

Mon, May 23, 2016 @ 08:00 AM | Perry

Many homeowners opt to install gutter guards or gutter helmets in an effort to improve the function of their existing gutters and to make their home more maintenance free. But installing the wrong type of gutter guard may actually be worse than just leaving them open and here's why.

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Chimney Repair: 3 Most Common Reasons Chimneys Leak

Fri, Apr 29, 2016 @ 09:00 AM | Perry

A roof leaking around chimneys can happen for a variety of reasons such as bad flashing on the roof or porous masonry from spading bricks  and some chimneys even suffer from multiple issues that can cause leaks. Understanding why your chimney may be leaking will help you make a better chimney repair decision which can save you money. 

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Chimney Repair: Who To Call

Thu, Apr 28, 2016 @ 06:00 AM | Perry

The reason your Chimney is leaking may be somewhat of a mystery but what can also be unclear is exactly which direction you should turn for help. Should you call a roofer, a chimney sweep, or a brick mason? Well that depends on what type of chimney repair you need, each of these trades repair specific pieces of the chimney and while there is some over lap in chimney repair work, all three trades are useful and need somewhere in the chimney repair line up.

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Request a free roof evaluation for your commercial building

Flat Roof Repair- Cut Cost Without Cutting Corners

Wed, Apr 27, 2016 @ 08:00 AM | Perry

Finding the right flat roof repair option for your building to stop leaks and stay in budget will require some thought,  some good advice from knowledgeable roofers, and some investigation as to what your best route might be .  So the next time you're moving equipment, inventory or personal around roofs leak or hanging tarps inside to re-direct the drips, consider these three flat roof repair options. 

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Flat Roof Repair- 8 Strategies To Cut Cost Without Cutting Corners

Tue, Apr 26, 2016 @ 06:00 AM | Perry

Flat Roof Repairs are usually not cheap but with a little help to know how it doesn't have to be a budget busting event, and the best part is you won't  have to sacrifice quality or cut corners to save. 

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Flat Roof Repair - Managing a Tear Off

Mon, Apr 25, 2016 @ 07:00 AM | Perry

Tearing off a flat roof is a job now, and anybody that tells you different obviously hasn't done it. But your job here is ensure that the repair project moves along as smooth as possible staying on time and budget. Successful flat roof repair projects don't just happen, they’re planned and then the plan is executed correctly. 

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Request a free roof evaluation for your commercial building
Request a free roof evaluation for your commercial building

Flat Roof Repair- PVC Recover System How it Works

Sat, Apr 23, 2016 @ 01:17 PM | Perry

Recovering your existing flat roof with a PVC membrane may be the best way to stop frustrating roof leaks without spending a fortune on flat roof repair. The PVC flat roof recovery system saves the cost of a full tear off, comes with either a 15 or 20 year warranty, and has a complete line of accessories like HVAC curbs, stack flashings, pitch pans, and even roof vents so the system can breath. The installation process is simple, quick and clean. It does not require any loud equipment, dangerous chemicals, or cause disruption to the building's activities. 

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