As a home or property owner, maintaining your residential or commercial roofing system should be part of your usual list of tasks. Keeping up with the proper schedule of routine inspections is actually simple, however, remembering your appointments is what trips a lot of people which is why it pays to ask your local contractor for a maintenance agreement that will take the headache away from keeping your roof in good shape.
Living in a condo unit is not the same as living in a traditional detached-home property. When you live in a condo, you share the ownership of the building’s amenities with other tenants. Questions can arise from this kind of setup, particularly when it comes to the roofing system.
When something goes wrong, is the roof over your head covered? Local roof contractor Fields Roof Service, Inc. sheds light on this important concern.
The roofing system of a commercial property is deemed an important asset because it is the first line of defense against extreme weather or structural damage. As such, property owners and managers must make sure that it is regularly monitored and maintained. Hiring a roofing company like Fields Roof Service that has what it takes to preserve the life span of the whole system through a thorough inspection is imperative.
In today’s blog post, we provide a list of questions you need to ask when getting a roof inspection.
While roofing work should always be left to professionals, you, as a property owner or manager, can help extend the service life of your commercial roofing system. In this post, roofing company Fields Roof Service, Inc. shares the things that you can do that can benefit your roof’s life span.
You’re expected to perform roof inspections and inform your roofing contractor in case you find problems. Therefore, you should learn to recognize problems commonly found on the type of roofing your property has. For example, if you have a single-ply roofing system installed on your property, then you should be able to recognize blisters and punctures by sight. You should likewise know that calling your roofing contractor for repairs as soon as possible can help prevent further damage.
Depending on your commercial roofing type, you may need to conduct roofing inspections as often as every six months, or as infrequently as every three years. In either case, you should not neglect inspection schedules. As we mentioned above, the sooner your roofing contractor addresses a roofing problem, the less chances of further damage there will be. Also, such small problems typically cost less to fix.
There are different commercial roofing systems, each with their own unique set of features, advantages and disadvantages. Roofing contractors will be glad to explain how the roofing structure is or will be built, if you ask. A detailed knowledge of the work structure can help you decide on factors such as whether or not repairs will disrupt the occupants’ operations. Knowing the roof structure can also help you isolate problems. It can also help you with the decision-making process, such as whether or not you should call for repairs, which can help save on time and resources, in the event of a false alarm.
Fields Roof Service, Inc. is your leading provider of commercial and residential roofing services. Give us a call at (253) 200-5981 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
Despite its popularity, myths regarding asphalt shingle roofs still circulate, some of which discourage homeowners from enjoying its benefits. In this post, roof replacement contractor Fields Roof Service, Inc. sets the record straight and debunks common asphalt shingle roofing myths.
MYTH: Asphalt Shingles Start Losing Their Granules After Installation
This myth probably stems from the fact that new roofing shingles often come with loose granules, which doesn’t affect roofing performance in any way. You should expect to find loose granules in the rainwater runoff during the first few days or weeks, which should taper off—and not get worse—in a few days.
MYTH: Asphalt Shingles Contain Asbestos
Asphalt shingles did contain asbestos before it was phased out in the 1960s, given the health risks associated with asbestos fibers. If your asphalt shingle roof was installed after then, there’s a good chance that it’s equipped with safer fire-resistant materials. If you suspect your roofing contains asbestos, talk to your roof maintenance contractor.
MYTH: Hand-Hammering is Better Than Using a Nail Gun
There has been some debate on the merits of hand-hammering vs. using a nail gun when installing asphalt shingles. Some say hand-hammering avoids crooked installations. But the truth is, it all depends on the installer. A trained installer should be able to properly use a nail gun, utilizing the nail pattern as prescribed by the manufacturer.
MYTH: Asphalt Shingle Sealant Works Immediately
Most of today’s asphalt shingles feature a type of sealant or adhesive that bolsters protection against high winds. Contrary to what many people think, this type of adhesive needs time to cure and therefore doesn’t work immediately after installation. It needs heat from the sun and takes a few days to cure. This is not a cause for concern, though. Once the sealant is fully cured, it will provide the wind resistance expected from your new roof.
MYTH: Dark Roofs Increase Cooling Costs
This myth springs from the fact that light-colored roofs or “cool roofs” are reflective and helps reduce the heat absorbed through the roof. This leads people to think that the reverse—dark roofs absorb heat and increases cooling requirements—is also true. While dark asphalt shingles do absorb a small bit of heat more than light-colored roofs do, attic insulation and proper ventilation helps make sure that only a small amount of heat reaches your indoor spaces.
Fields Roof Service, Inc. is your leading provider of asphalt shingle roofing and other roofing systems such as modified bitumen roof. Give us a call at (253) 200-5981 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
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