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The time is finally here: roof replacement time. Whether it’s because of postponed maintenance, storm damage or just the natural end of your roof, it’s something all building owners and facilities managers have to deal with eventually. One of the first questions almost everyone asks is, “how much will it cost?” That’s not an easy answer because there are so many different factors involved. Here are some of the most important ones: 1. Recover vs. Tear-Off The biggest factor affecting the cost of a roof is whether you can recover your existing roof or replace it with a new one. Recovering a roof is usually the first choice because the costs are much lower and it’s not as disruptive to the workplace, but it’s not always possible. Any of the following factors can make a complete replacement necessary: Building codes require it The existing roof is damaged to the point where it can’t serve as an adequate substrate There’s moisture below the membrane The underlying deck is damaged or deterio...

Many of us remember the big building boom that occurred in the 1990’s and early 2000’s. What this boom means to us now is that today these roofs are reaching the end of their useful life and need to be replaced. With every roof replaced, more and more waste winds up in the landfill—or does it? There has actually been a push in recent years to recycle roofing materials. This comes as part of a larger green strategy that many firms are embracing. Recycling any material possible is certainly a good thing; after all, anything that can be kept out of the landfills and turned into something usable will help our earth stay greener and may even save money.  With the likelihood that roof replacements may be at a high over the next few years, what does your firm need to know about recycling some of the most common materials in the business? Let's discuss the basics. EPDM The ERA (EPDM Roofing Association) has determined that recycling material that goes into EPDM roofs is not only possible, ...

Mobile apps help make life and everyday tasks more convenient - there's no question about that. But apps are also increasingly assisting on-the-go professionals. That's right, tasks that were once only able to be accomplished at the office computer can now often be carried out remotely from anywhere. Specifically, contractors are one group of professionals that have largely benefited from this technology. As contractors are often on-the-go or at job sites, it's been traditionally difficult for them to stay in touch with the office and update project progress. That's not the case anymore thanks to mobile technology and an ever-increasing amount of apps that are available for download. On that note, here's a look at 6 apps that every contractor should be sure to download: Mobile Field ManagerMobile Field Manager Created by Viewpoint Construction Software, this mobile app is purpose-built for the construction industry. Specifically, it allows construction workers to tr...

There are several different types of commercial roof coatings used today, including silicone, acrylic,roof-coating-2846324_1280 aluminum, and polyurethane.  They are sometimes referred to as restoration membranes because roof coatings are often applied over existing rooftop membranes, as opposed to being part of a new roof construction detail.  They can also be used in partial applications to coat and re-coat parapet walls or portions of a roof.  At this time, the major competitors in the commercial roof coatings industry are really only one of two types: silicone and acrylic.  Let’s consider some of the key aspects of these coatings such as longevity, application, cost effectiveness, climate appropriateness, sustainability, and maintenance.  Because reflective roofs can moderate energy use over the course of a new or even an existing building’s lifetime and because energy savings mean cost savings, certain coatings can be a sustainable choice in most climates....

Out of every surface on your building, your roof is the one that spends the most time exposed to rain and wind-driven moisture. There is absolutely no way to prevent water infiltration entirely, but there are ways to prevent most of it – and unless you try, your roof and its contents will quickly be eaten by rot and hazardous mold. What Happens When You Don’t Control Moisture? Failure to control moisture will result in mold growth, which will have negative side effects for your building and for your building tenants. Your tenants may develop asthma, or the symptoms of asthma: wheezing, shortness of breath, and coughing. Shortly thereafter, you will develop the symptom of not having any tenants – no one wants to live or work in a building that makes them ill. In addition, your building will develop symptoms. Moisture rots wood, so over time it will swell, bend, and crumble. It will slowly break concrete and brick, especially in climates that experience winter. It will rust metal, get in...

Buildings rely on HVAC systems to ensure comfort year round. However, all too often, the regular upkeep of HVAC systems isn’t a priority…until something goes wrong or they don’t work as they should. Routine HVAC preventative maintenance is essential for comfort, healthier indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and peace of mind—and it’s something that should begin well before an issue occurs. In fact, the best move you can make for ensuring HVAC equipment longevity is to set up your system for long-term success with equipment supports as part of a complete rooftop support system. Before we dive into our recommendations, we’ll outline some basic HVAC components, what they do, and why preventative maintenance should be a priority for all building managers. Overview Of HVAC Components In order to understand why maintenance improves the operation of HVAC systems, it’s helpful to understand how some of the individual components work. Thermostat: Sometimes a problem with the HVAC system isn’...