What is a Torch Down Roof?
Tuesday, October 30 2018
Torch down roofing (sometimes referred to as “torch on” roofing) is so named because it requires an open-flame propane torch. In this installation method, sheets of modified bitumen are rolled out onto the roof, and a roofing professional uses a hand-held propane torch to heat the material and adhere it to the surface. Once the…
What is Polyiso Rigid Foam Insulation? A Comprehensive Guide
Friday, September 21 2018
What (exactly) is Polyiso? Polyiso, or polyisocyanurate, is a rigid foam insulation used in more than 70% of commercial roof construction and offers a continuous insulation solution for commercial flat (low slope) roof insulation and wall assemblies. As one of North America’s most widely used and readily available building products, polyiso is a cost-effective insulation…
An Introduction to the Building Envelope Products & Systems
Monday, August 13 2018
Understanding the Building Envelope This article is intended to provide an overview of the building envelope and details about its components and products. The building envelope consists of the parts of a building that keep the weather out and conditioned environment in. This includes three main systems: the roof, the wall (including doors and windows)…
Bird Damage to Roofs – Bird Management
Monday, July 30 2018
A bird on the roof may, at first, seem like a welcome and beautiful guest; but you’ll soon realize that birds can cause all sorts of damage to your roof and everything you store under it. Though many birds and their nests are protected by law, there are various legal methods to get rid of…
Introduction to the Roofing Gas Torch
Tuesday, May 29 2018
Disclaimer: These tips are not a replacement for proper training. Please also ensure that all work is performed in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations in your area. Gas torches are often used in commercial low slope roofing to apply modified bitumen membranes. It is important to understand a roofing torch’s components, including its…
How Hot do Roofs Get in the Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]
Monday, April 16 2018
Every type of roofing material offers a different rate of light reflection and heat absorption. As the sun beats down during the summer months, some commercial rooftop temperatures can become very high. We’ve created an infographic to help show the differences in temperature between the various commercial flat roofing systems. In many areas of the…