Flat roofs and snow aren’t the best combinations. The weight of the snow and the water that runs off as snow thaws can cause all sorts of problems on the roof. Here’s what you need to know about your flat roof and snow removal.
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Just as scientists drill into the icy mantle of Antarctica and extract ice cores, commercial roofers can drill into your commercial property’s roof to remove a sample of every layer of your roof down to the roof deck. Why do this? Just as the scientists can tease out clues about earth’s atmosphere, temperatures and climate
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Do you have a maintenance agreement for your commercial flat roof? If you don’t, take a moment to consider getting one. Getting routine maintenance from an experienced commercial flat roof contractor will keep the roof in good condition and pay off in the long run. What Is Covered in a Maintenance Agreement? Vanguard’s maintenance
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Commercial roofs, just like residential roofs, must be inspected periodically to catch leaks and other developing problems early before they cause expensive damage. The lifespan of a commercial roof can be decades, depending on the quality of the materials and the installation. Here are important points to remember to form a better understanding of the
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A roof system is one of the most important parts of your building’s exterior. It has to endure weather elements such as snow, hail, rain, wind, and UV radiation. But how do you ensure its performance isn’t affected? Do you have to keep on replacing your entire New York roof once it’s destroyed?
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Snow can be quite heavy, ranging from 3-5 pounds per square foot. The average commercial roof can support up to 4 feet of fresh snow before becoming strained.
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Vanguard was asked to inspect the roof area and make recommendations. Here’s what we found and how we fixed it.
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A Duro-Last roof is not like most other single-ply roofs.
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If you have worked in facilities management for any time at all, you have heard the name Duro-Last. The company’s PVC roofing is unparalleled, but sometimes a little review helps refresh even the sharpest memory. Let’s explore some fundamentals of this time-honored, incredibly strong roofing membrane.
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The interesting thing about roof snow loads and ice problems and the clearing of snow and ice off flat roofs is that homeowners are much more apt to respond sooner to the need than our commercial and industrial roof snow removal clients. “Commercial and industrial buildings are much more susceptible to roof failure / roof
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Watching over a commercial building isn’t always an easy job, but when there are issues with the roof, it can be even harder. As the person overseeing the building, you need to understand when a roof needs repairs and when replacement is the best option. Sure, replacement costs more, but it can save you money
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As a commercial property manager, you’ve probably been through roof replacement. While it isn’t something you do every year, it’s definitely a costly and time consuming task when it needs to be done. If you’d rather forego roof replacement for as long as possible, the next time the project needs to be done, the material
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