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Roofing Membranes vs. Roof Substrates: A Comparison of These Two Roofing Terms

The roofing trade contains complicated terms and acronyms that may confuse commercial building owners unfamiliar with the industry. But you want to make the right choice regarding your building’s roof, so you decide to familiarize yourself with roofing terminology. Still, you’re not quite sure what the difference is between a roofing substrate and a roofing … Continue reading Roofing Membranes vs. Roof Substrates: A Comparison of These Two Roofing Terms →

A Firestone TPO roof on a commercial building.

Learn More about the 4 Main Types of Commercial Building Roof Designs

Do you cringe every time the weather forecaster predicts rain because you know you will have to deal with leaks inside your commercial building? Not only is it annoying to place buckets to catch the water, but it also poses a safety risk if water falls on the floor and a worker slips and falls. … Continue reading Learn More about the 4 Main Types of Commercial Building Roof Designs →

A large industrial building with a flat roof in the city.

How Do I Know Which Industrial Roofing Types of Materials are Best for My Business?

Busy business owners in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States know one thing for sure—they don’t want to worry about their roof doing its job properly. Keeping out the elements and providing energy efficiency are the most important aspects of a quality industrial roof. So, when you experience a leak or notice mold growth … Continue reading How Do I Know Which Industrial Roofing Types of Materials are Best for My Business? →

A roofing contractor checking the roof space of a commercial building.

What Should I Look for When Requesting a Commercial Roofing Estimate?

Whether your roofing system has reached the end of its service life, sustained damage from a bad storm, or has ponding water that lasts for days after rain, you know that commercial roof replacement or repair is inevitable. As you search for a commercial roofing contractor that works on flat, low-slope, or specialty roofing materials, … Continue reading What Should I Look for When Requesting a Commercial Roofing Estimate? →

5 Common Roof Membrane Types Made for Flat- or Low-Slope Roofs

When your commercial roof experiences leaks, ponding water, or low energy efficiency, it can be troubling for business owners. Water leaking inside the building can create safety hazards for workers, and ponding water on the roof can lead to bugs or mold infestation. Plus, wasted energy means wasted dollars. You and your business deserve better. … Continue reading 5 Common Roof Membrane Types Made for Flat- or Low-Slope Roofs →

A commercial flat roof with built-up roofing material.

The Top 6 Things to Consider When Replacing a Commercial Roof

No matter what brought you to the point where you’re considering a roof replacement, one thing is for sure—you need to do your homework before scheduling the roofing project. When replacing a roof on a commercial building, there are many things to consider, such as choosing the right type of roofing material and planning for … Continue reading The Top 6 Things to Consider When Replacing a Commercial Roof →

Ponding water on a flat commercial roof shows clear signs that flat roofing repair is required.

What Options Do You Have for Flat Roofing Repair?

Drip. Drop. Splat. Fear and panic can set in when you hear those telltale signs that your roof leaks. You may be worried that water is going to damage your equipment or inventory, create a safety hazard within your commercial building, or that the cost to repair your flat roof is going to be astronomical. … Continue reading What Options Do You Have for Flat Roofing Repair? →

A commercial building with an EPDM roof.

4 Reasons You May Need Commercial EPDM Roof Repair

While EPDM is a durable roofing material with excellent weatherability and lifecycle costs—like other roofing materials—it must be properly maintained. For commercial building owners who have an EPDM roofing system, you need to make regular inspections to ensure there aren’t any issues that could cause water to leak into your building. Luckily, Heidler Roofing is … Continue reading 4 Reasons You May Need Commercial EPDM Roof Repair →

A TPO roof on a commercial building with trees, taller buildings, and blue sky in the background.

TPO Roofing’s Pros and Cons: Is It the Right Choice for Your Building?

Deciding on the type of commercial roof for your building matters—whether you’re building a new commercial property or replacing the roof on an existing building. You want to make sure you have the best type of roofing material for the business being conducted inside. One type of roofing material to consider is thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO), … Continue reading TPO Roofing’s Pros and Cons: Is It the Right Choice for Your Building? →

A commercial roof with Tremco AlphaGuard Coating

5 FAQs about Commercial Roof Coatings and the Answers You Need to Read

Does your commercial roof occasionally leak? Even minor leaks can have detrimental impacts on your business and lead to mold, insect infestation, and product or machinery damage. You may worry that a total roof replacement is your only option to address this issue, so you’ve been putting off calling a commercial roofing contractor. However, depending … Continue reading 5 FAQs about Commercial Roof Coatings and the Answers You Need to Read →

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