Recognition and Repair of Hail-Related Damage on Cedar Shakes and Shingles May 15, 2007 Asevere hailstorm has just hit the city. Owners are calling consultants and insurance companies for claim assessments and roof repairs or replacements. Contractors and insurance adjusters are converging. Some overly aggressive storm chasers have distributed misleading flyers, confusing some building owners. Quick and accurate assessments and action must be taken. Where is one to start? […] Read More
Considerations For Coastal coatings Part I of III May 15, 2007 INTRODUCTION The current mass migration to the coast is producing a boom in the construction industry. Most of this construction will need some type of paint or coating on the exterior. In addition to the suggested coating systems for various exterior materials, alternative corrosion-resistant materials are also mentioned in this article. The types of paint […] Read More
Single-Ply Roofing – Half a Century of Experience, But What have We Learned May 15, 2007 Single-ply and modified bitumen roofing currently hold a two-thirds share of the U.S. commercial roofing market. This reflects remarkable growth, considering that these systems began just 50 years ago with a zero market share (see Figure 1). What might the goals be for the next few years? • Reduce liability. — Develop better products. — […] Read More
Bituminous Low-Slope Roof Repair: Fixing The Biggest Headaches May 15, 2007 After the business decisions have been made and the wet insulation and deteriorated deck have been identified, the real challenge of a comprehensive roof restoration–the job of finding and repairing the leaks–can begin. The following is a guide. Many roof repair methods that have been developed over the centuries. Below is a collection of the […] Read More
Synthetic Stone Veneer How to Avoid Problems May 15, 2007 Stone has been used as a building material since the Stone Age and, unlike that period, it will not be an extinct construction material anytime soon. While natural stone is used in all aspects of home construction such as exterior wall claddings, in the early 1960s, companies began manufacturing synthetic or “fake” stones that replicated […] Read More
Long-Term Field Performance Of Exposed Polyvinyl Chloride Roof Systems May 15, 2007 Thermoplastic PVC roof membranes have been in use in Europe since the 1960s and in North America since the 1970s. A number of early-generation, thin, unreinforced products did not live up to expectations, particularly when used in ballasted installations.1 Reinforced sheets, on the other hand, particularly when used in exposed applications such as mechanically attached […] Read More
Wind Damage on Low Slope Roofs From Hurricane Katrina May 15, 2007 Buildings located in hurricane- prone zones must meet higher code-rated specifications. Over the years, the industry continues to see a trend toward an increase in requirements for buildings to withstand higher wind speeds, leading to revised codes and guidelines. Many building owners depend on specifiers, inspections, and roof consultants to determine which roof system is […] Read More
A House of Brick: Water Repellents and Elastomeric Coatings May 15, 2007 When the third little pig built his famous house of brick, he had only wind resistance in mind. The well-known children’s tale leaves out any mention of whether our wise little friend specified a water repellent or elastomeric coating for his masonry project. Obviously, he made a well-informed decision, because, as we all know, he […] Read More
Achieving Sustainability Of A Roofing System May 15, 2007 Over the past two decades, responsible roofing professionals have sparked a drive toward greater interest in and adherence to the concept of sustainability. Beyond the desire to improve return on investment on such a significant part of the building envelope, adopting roof systems to fit within environmental parameters has great resonance in modern times. Perhaps […] Read More
