How Does Heat Affect a Commercial Roof?
The sun is a powerful force that can break down the chemicals in your roofing system, cause dramatic thermal fluctuations, cause UV radiation, and more.
Category Archives: Cool Roof Systems
Conklin Equinox® Breaks Temperature Barriers
Conklin’s reformulated Equinox®allows for a curing film development in the 36°F to 60°F range to extend the sales window for countless commercial roofers across the nation.
Material Shortage
We know it is not news to tell you that our industry is facing a crisis with the inability to get needed materials in a reasonable amount of time. Today, we’re going to do a deep dive into this dilemma. What is Causing the Material Shortage? You are probably as tired of these words as […]
Environmentally Friendly Roofing Options
Green is more than just a color. In today’s society, green is a key part of life. Looking for more environmentally conscious methods of doing things is the norm for many people and businesses. With that thought in mind, it is imperative that roofing contractors have a firm grasp on the roofing options that are […]
Solar Power & Roof Coatings – the PB&J of the Industry
Everyone wants to “have it all”. It is in our nature to want the best of all worlds. Unfortunately, we usually have “pick or choose” options. Such is not the case when it comes to generating electricity via solar power while increasing energy savings…
Reasons to Choose Conklin Roof Coatings
When it comes to white roof coating reviews, one company stands out from the rest in terms of customer satisfaction, quality and overall performance excellence. It’s no wonder thousands of roofing professionals, including the experts belonging to the Choice Roof Contractor Group, put their trust into our preferred manufacturer. Unparalleled Excellence We speak, of course, […]
EPDM Roof Coating vs. Replacement
Today’s blog post provides an overview of the benefits involved with coating EPDM rubber roofs compared to roof replacement. It will be of interest to commercial property owners and facility mangers, as it covers how a white coating system can strengthen an EPDM rubber roof’s durability and longevity. The National Roofing Contractors Association reports that […]
White Roofs and the Urban Heat Island Effect
Today’s blog post takes a look at one of the biggest concerns in commercial roofing— the “urban heat island” effect. This effect refers to when a city setting is warmer than a rural location. Another topic of examination that will be covered is a solution being used for this issue— a white, reflective roof coating […]
White Roof Energy Savings
Today’s blog post is of particular interest to building owners and facility managers, as it provides an overview of the energy-saving potential of white roofs. Other posts have examined the credibility of white roof coatings and if white roof coatings are more effective than white roof paint. What sort of energy savings could someone see […]
White Roof Coatings Reviews
Today, we build on prior blog post about white roof coatings and take a look at these coatings’ track record. White Roof Coatings Problems and Overview Since the concept of sustainability took off in the American construction industry in the 1970s, white roof coatings have become a more common product of choice for commercial roofing. […]
