Posts by Aaron Hockel
6 Signs of Commercial Roof Storm Damage
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.…
Read MoreCommercial Roof Inspection: Why Is It Important?
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…
Read More3 Preventative Roof Maintenance Tips for 2023
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…
Read MoreWhen To Get a Commercial Roof Inspection
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…
Read MoreWhat To Do If Your Roof is Leaking In Winter
What To Do If Your Roof is Leaking In Winter People often think of leaks in roofs as invulnerable. There’s a reason for this confidence since roofs can last for 15-30 years on average. However, your roof is more exposed to the elements than most parts of your building, thus causing roof leaks in winter. Over time,…
Read MoreThe Top 5 Advantages Of EPDM Roofing 90 Mil
Changing weather patterns and sudden floods are only two of the many challenges that flat roofing and waterproofing systems must be able to overcome. This is why, for the past 40 years, EPDM roofing has been the standard for low-slope commercial rubber roofs in the roofing industry. Read on to find out the top five…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Consider When Waterproofing a Roof
On average, the Chicago, Illinois, area gets about 38 inches of rain and 35 inches of snow each year. With so much precipitation to contend with, waterproofing your roof is a must. You can’t afford to have the building you manage shut down due to major water damage. But if you’re not a roofing professional, you most likely don’t…
Read MoreDo You Know How Often You Should Be Replacing Your Roof?
It’s estimated that every year, building owners spend about $12 billion replacing their roofing. Replacing your commercial roof might seem like a daunting task, and you might be wondering how often to replace your roof and what your options might be. There are a lot of factors that go into deciding when you need a new roof.…
Read MoreHow UV Rays Affect Your Commercial Roof
Even though the sun is over 90 million miles away from earth, it can still produce extremely strong UV rays. And you’ve most likely experienced those strong rays through sunburns, warming up in the sun on a chilly day, or stepping on a hot street in the middle of summer. You’re not the only one who experiences…
Read More3 Benefits of TPO Roofing
According to the NRCA, about 40% of commercial roofing systems use TPO. And it’s no surprise why! TPO stands for Thermoplastic Polyolefin. This is a single-ply roof membrane that’s supported by a solid substrate such as a well-engineered insulation system. If you’re in the market for a commercial flat roof, this can be an ideal choice. It…
Read MoreMetal Roofing, The Pros and Cons
Experts have predicted that the market share for metal roofing will increase by 2.67 billion USD by 2026. It’s clear that the several advantages metal roofs can offer have convinced several building owners to install them. However, there are still some issues with metal roofing Chicago residents should consider. Are you considering getting one, but haven’t yet felt…
Read More5 Signs Your Roofing Contractor Is Ripping You Off
5 Signs Your Roofing Contractor Is Ripping You Off The American public sure spends a lot of dough each year on their roofs! Roofing in the United States is a $15 billion dollar industry. While we value them for keeping the wind, rain, and snow out, none of us want to get ripped off. The fact…
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