A substrate is the surface upon which a roofing system is applied. It can be the roof deck, an insulation system or a complete preexisting roof system. Choice Roof Contractors select particular Conklin roofing systems for roof repairs and restoration projects depending on the substrate that currently exists on the commercial roof. Built-Up Roofs Built-up […]
Keeping detailed records, files and photos on each roofing job you complete is a very important part of your responsibility as a roofing contractor. Your records should begin with information collected during the pre-bid inspection. This includes information on the history of the roof, its current condition, documentation of complaints, a copy of the specification […]
Liability and Insurance Liability insurance is a necessity for every professional construction contractor. This is especially true for the roofing contractor. Roof work involves a high risk to people as well as potential damage to equipment and property inside the building itself. Liability insurance is important to protect yourself and your business as well as […]
Setting Up Shop Some tools are so fundamental to the roofing industry that they should be included in every roof contractor’s inventory. Following is a roofing tools list of basic equipment, commercial roofing tools, and the special items required to perform certain tasks. General Equipment Ladder (30’ to 40’) – used for access to the […]
