Posts by Aaron Hockel

The Roofing Blueprint: Understanding the Anatomy of a Durable Commercial Roof The longevity and safety of a commercial building heavily depend on the quality and maintenance of its roofing system. Understanding the various components that contribute to a sturdy commercial roof can help building owners and managers ensure its efficiency and durability. Here’s a detailed…

Why Choose A Metal Roof Restoration Over A Replacement? Did you know that the US roofing industry was valued at $26.20 billion in 2022? As a property owner, you understand the vital importance of a functional metal roof. Disrepair and the associated issues can lead to a litany of issues – costing you time and money further…

Tips and Tricks to Handle an Emergency Commercial Roof Repair When you discover damage to the roof of your commercial building, your reaction makes all the difference for your employees, your customers, and your business. You may have roof damage due to severe weather, like the supercell that hit the Chicago area in 2022. It could…

Common Misconceptions About Flat Roof Leak Detection The global flat roofing market is estimated to grow by 5.4% by the end of 2031. Flat roofing is one of the most popular roofing options as it takes up less space and requires fewer materials than sloped roofs. This not only makes the initial construction much cheaper, but it’s…

6 Signs of Commercial Roof Storm Damage Here in the Chicago area, we are no strangers to heavy storms. From explosive summer thunderstorms to our 2011 “Snowmageddon,” our city and its surrounding areas can take a serious beating! Of course, that ability to withstand tough weather is only as good as the protection our roofs can offer.…

Commercial Roof Inspection: Why Is It Important? As a business owner, maintaining your building is a key part of your job. Without it, sales and customers will take a backseat to urgent repairs. While your roof may not immediately come to mind when you think about building maintenance, it is one of the most crucial…

3 Preventative Roof Maintenance Tips for 2023 Do you want to make sure your commercial roofing system is able to make it through 2023 unscathed? You should be able to keep it intact by making preventative roof maintenance a top priority. There are so many quick and easy things that you can do to maintain your commercial…

When To Get a Commercial Roof Inspection Routine commercial roof inspections and maintenance ensure your roof lasts. Roofing experts recommend visually inspecting your commercial building’s roof a few times a year, especially after severe weather, such as high winds, heavy rainfall, or extreme snowfall.  A quick visual inspection can reveal surface-level problems, such as pooled…