The truth is you might not think about your commercial roof very often, after all it’s not exactly the face of your business. But, you should. In fact, it’s generally recommended that you get your commercial roof inspected at least twice every year. Of course, since we live in South Louisiana where the elements such
If you own a commercial business in a hurricane-prone area, then it’s important that you know what steps you should be taking to protect your business’ roof in the event of the worst. In hurricanes, roofs are especially prone to damage, which is why they should receive the most attention while you’re preparing your business’
Finding the source of a leaking roof in a single-family residence is usually pretty straightforward. In fact, most of the time, if you have a moisture stain on the ceiling, you can usually find the source of the leak and decide whether to patch or replace your roof from there. Finding and fixing leaks on
Slate roofing has its origins all the way back in the 13th century. Many of us are familiar with it from photographs of old mansions or beautiful estates in the French Alps. But lately, slate roofing has been making a comeback on top of far more conventional homes. If you’d like to learn more about
While many people put off home repairs or renovations until spring arrives, this isn’t always the wisest choice. Sure, it’s easier to get outside when the temperature starts increasing, and the spring and summer are generally the times when most of us get time off from work. But when it comes to repairing your roof,
Get the facts about whether or not a flat roof is a good idea for your commercial and take a look at the different types of flat roofing materials. When it comes to the roof of your commercial building, one of the most important decisions you may face is whether or not to install a
Commercial structures often experience a huge range of roofing problems. These issues are often a result of a lack of maintenance, aging or the avoidance of correcting minor roof problems including deterioration. Commercial buildings that generally experience extreme harsh weather conditions, such as buildings in New Orleans, have the potential of developing a leaky roof,
Take a closer look at built-up roofing systems including how they work and find out why they are so popular in commercial roofing. As one of the most reliable and certainly one of the oldest commercial roofing systems, BUR (built-up roofing) is ideal for buildings that require low slope materials. Since the early 19th century,
Find out why modified bitumen remains so popular in commercial roofs especially in harsh climates such as New Orleans. With a long proven track record of offering protection against outside elements, modified bitumen membrane systems are the ideal solution for commercial roofs. MB, or modified bitumen, is an asphalt-based roofing system that is quite similar