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Commercial Roofing

Commercial roofing is usually a flat slope or a completely flat roofing system that is designed to help keep your building intact from any outside harm or damage. Each roof is designed and created with smoke stacks, external piping, and air flow systems. Many materials can be used when installing commercial roofing and mostly focuses on the structure than the overall appearance of the roof. When needing to repair your commercial roofing you should take care of it immediately to keep your employees, guests, and clients safe inside without worrying out any harm or damage that could occur if you don’t maintain your roofing.
 
Roofing Design
When it comes to commercial roofing systems, there is an array of material options to choose from to ensure your building is being protected. Commercial roofing isn’t about the appearance but more about what will be beneficial in the years to come. The materials options can consist of asphalt, slate, tile, and ceramic shingles that can ensure your building is complete. Wood shakes can be used but isn’t necessary for commercial buildings. Metal roofing is light weight, durable, energy efficient, and even fire resistant which could be a wonderful use of commercial roofing. You can also use a polyurethane foam roof and a single-ply membrane roofing that is the most common type of roofing material.
 
Residential VS. Commercial Roofing
Residential roofing vs. commercial roofing can be different in the way the design is created and the type of material that’s used. Residential roofing can be designed showcasing a slope style roof, a modern flat roof, and a solar roof while commercial roofing is designed as a flat or semi-flat roof. Commercial roofing usually uses metal, single-ply membrane, or polyurethane roofing while residential roofing can consist of slate, wood, tile, asphalt, and more options. Residential roofing often uses a material for the appearance while commercial buildings will focus more on the structure instead.
 
Spray Roofing Advantages
Spray polyurethane roofing can have many advantages when needing to install a commercial roofing system. Spray roofing can be energy efficient that can help deliver thermal air and has a moisture barrier. It also is durable since the foam can expand and contract with the building which can help prevent cracks and splitting. Use this material that can create a seamless surface and waterproof texture that can ensure your roof is long lasting. Including helping the environment that eliminates the costly roof tear-offs and waste which keeps it environmentally friendly.
 
Maintenance
In order to ensure your commercial roofing is intact to prevent any damages and harm from occurring than you should maintain your commercial roofing. You should frequently clean off your commercial roof from any debris or leaves that have fallen on top of the roof. Including making sure any snow is brushed off to make sure your roof doesn’t start leaking. In colder climates you may have ice that is frozen on your commercial roofing which can cause the roof to have too much weight on top of it or can even have leaks that occur. Keep your roof maintained to ensure no damage or harm can be done to your commercial building and to make your roofing long-lasting.