Articles

  • Making contact

    • Nov. 2016

    Roof coating applicators are responsible for ensuring a coating adheres to a desired surface, and a properly adhered coating begins with a properly prepared surface. Coatings adhere best to a surface with many contact points. Applicators should be aware of common bond breakers that interfere with the continuity of a coating-surface interface, reducing contact points and negatively impacting a coating's adhesion.

  • A roofing treasure

    • Nov. 2016

    After two of its buildings suffered storm damage, the YMCA of the Treasure Coast, Stuart, Fla., selected Venture Construction Group of Florida Inc., Stuart, to complete necessary roof repairs. When learning insurance payments covered only a fraction of the costs for necessary repairs, Venture Construction Group of Florida helped donate materials and labor to successfully repair and replace metal panel, silicone and TPO membrane roof systems.

  • Avoiding pitfalls

    • Nov. 2016

    Controlled insurance programs (CIPs) are being used for a wider range of construction projects. If you perform public or private new construction work, you likely will encounter CIPs and should become familiar with the benefits and risks of using them. In particular, understanding the details of a CIP before committing yourself to a project can help protect your company from unwelcome surprises.

  • An icy reception

    • Nov. 2016

    Roofing contractors located in northern climates almost certainly have responded to calls of ice dams on roofs. Many explanations for ice dam formations exist, including solar radiation and poor ventilation, but ice dams can be prevented when insulation is properly installed, air leakage does not exist and all sources of heat are located within the thermal boundary.

  • As I was saying …

    • Nov. 2016

    Collaboration among roofing industry professionals will lead to a more powerful role in coalitions with those who share similar interests.

  • Focus

    • Oct. 2016

    Cyberattacks on small businesses are increasing, and you should ensure your business has cybersecurity measures in place.

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