7 of the Most Common Myths about Commercial Roofing

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7 of the Most Common Myths about Commercial
Roofing
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Commercial Roofing
If youre in the market for commercial roofing,
then you know its a big deal to choose the
correct one
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Your commercial roof is an investment that
improves property values and one that will last
for many years to come
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The more you learn about commercial roofing
before making your decisions, the better the
outcome
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All commercial roofs are constructed the same way
Myth 1
Different construction methods are used depending
on the type of roof designed and the materials
that are chosen for the job. Theres a lot to
learn about commercial roofing, which is why its
so important to choose a reputable company and do
your research before you commit to anything
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Theres no need to worry about wrinkles in the
membrane of a new roof because they wont leak if
theyre sealed
Myth 2
While wrinkles may not pose an immediate problem,
they can create serious problems for your roof
later on. In fact, roofing manufacturers like for
them to be repaired immediately during the
installation process, and even set specific
instructions for how they are to be repaired
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Youll get more waterproofing for your money with
a thick application of asphalt
Myth 3
An overly thin application of asphalt is bad for
your new commercial roofing, but did you know
that having too thick of an application is just
as bad?
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If you install a metal roof, you wont have to
worry about maintenance
Myth 4
Metal commercial roofing requires very little
maintenance, giving it a huge boost in
popularity. However, this doesnt mean that metal
roofs have no need for maintenance at all! Metal
roofing should still be regularly inspected for
problems like deterioration, backed-out
fasteners, corrosion, and missing closures
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You dont have to inspect your new roof more than
once a year if you dont feel like it
Myth 5
Inspecting your new roof may not sound like
something that has to be done on a specific
schedule, but depending on your warranty, it
could be extremely important! If you take a
moment to read through your warranty, youll
probably notice a specification for regular
inspections in the maintenance requirements
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After your new roof is installed, you have to
always use the same roofer for maintenance and
repairs, otherwise youll void your warranty
Myth 6
This is another myth that can actually be true
sometimes, but it usually depends on who provides
your warranty. If your warranty is provided by
the roofer, then you might be required to use
that roofing company or risk voiding your warranty
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Its totally fine for a roofing contractor to
re-cover a roof that has wet insulation
Myth 7
Not only does insulation fail to insulate when
its wet, it causes deterioration and blisters
around it. Unless you want to risk losing your
entire roof during the next storm, damp
insulation should always be removed before the
roof is re-covered
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Elevated Roofing provides the assistance you need
to repair problems quickly and easily. Visit our
website to learn about our services or call (469)
305-0010 today to schedule your consultation
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