Category Archives: Commercial Roofing

Spray Polyurethane Foam and Roof Coatings

Today’s blog post provides an overview of commercial roof coatings and their use with spray polyurethane foam roofing systems. Roof coatings and spray polyurethane foam can serve different but complementary purposes. Reflective coatings can help reduce solar heat absorption, while SPF can provide insulation value as part of a properly designed roof assembly. Commercial Roof […]

Young Contractor Drives Across the Country to Experience Conklin Coatings First-Hand

Today’s blog post discusses our invitation to contractors to work side-by-side with our mentors on commercial roof projects, as well as steps you can take today to build a successful commercial roofing business. Contractor Travels Nearly 3,000 Miles to Work with Our Top Mentor For those who want to maximize their competitive advantages in the […]

What is an Elastomeric Roof Coating?

Today’s blog post covers a type of roofing product that may be used to protect an existing commercial roof, provide reflective performance, and support roof restoration. We’re going to take a thorough look at elastomeric roof coatings. What is an elastomeric roof coating? Simply put, it is a liquid-applied coating designed with elastic properties that […]

Commercial Roof Maintenance Costs

Today’s blog post will be of interest to building owners who are interested in learning about the cost of commercial roof maintenance. Roofing experts say a robust roof maintenance program is imperative for ensuring a roof lasts for its entire life expectancy. One study says the cost of a routine maintenance program, over 15 years, […]

How to Fix Common Commercial Roof Problems

Today’s blog post focuses on the ins-and-outs of fixing common commercial roof problems. It is complemented well by previous posts about the importance of roof maintenance and common problems that appear on virtually all types of commercial roof systems. Dealing with Commercial Roof Problems When a roof has been completely restored or replaced with a […]

The Advantages of Working with a National Roofing Company

Today’s blog post takes a look at the ins-and-outs of turning to a national roofing company for your commercial roofing needs. Companies with a national presence have specialized resources or operations for providing top-grade commercial roofing services. Before examining how a national roofing company offers value, though, it is helpful to take a brief glance-over […]

Common Commercial Roof Problems

Today’s blog post covers common roofing problems, building on top of previous blog posts about when to inspect a roof and why regular roof maintenance is essential. Our overview of some common roofing problems also complements a recent post about hiring the right roofing contractor. Roofing is an expensive investment. Ongoing roof maintenance or repairs […]

Hiring a Commercial Roofing Contractor Checklist

In this blog post, we discuss how to hire a commercial roofing contractor. Our previous blog post featuring five tips for hiring a roofing contractor could also be helpful. In the face of tight economic conditions, effective cost management is a top priority for any real estate owner. Roofing is already an expensive investment, but […]

How Long Do Roof Coatings Last?

Today’s blog post covers the life expectancy of commercial roof coatings. Acrylic and other reflective roof coatings have become an established part of the commercial roofing industry. Along with other energy-efficient roofing technologies, reflective coatings have helped increase interest in reducing the amount of solar heat absorbed by commercial roofs. Despite roof coatings’ established use, […]

The Importance of Sustainability in Commercial Roofing

Today, we will take a brief look at the definition of sustainability and how it has grown in popularity in mainstream American society. Then we examine its influence in the construction industry as well as in the commercial roofing marketplace. The Concept of Sustainability in the American Marketplace According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, […]