Winterizing Your Commercial Roof

The midwest United States has weather extremes that create tremendous stress on buildings, so you can’t ignore the need to winterize your commercial buildings. Read more

Commercial roof with multiple vents that is protected by roof leak service agreement

Ben Franklin is credited with the quote, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” His point and how it relates to commercial roofing? Well, it’s much wiser (and typically less costly) to perform preventative maintenance than it is to deal with an unexpected commercial roof repair after a problem rears its ugly head.

It’s always better to invest in a proper roof maintenance plan so you can avoid bigger, more expensive issues down the road. The best way to deal with a leaking roof is to plan for it before it occurs, rather than scrambling to address it after the fact. If your roof leaks unexpectedly, how can you ensure a prompt response from a reliable expert?

Preventing water damage to your facility and its contents can go from an afterthought to an emergency in the blink of an eye, but a commercial roof leak service agreement can offer peace of mind by laying out a plan.

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A construction worker walking on commercial roof for cooperative purchasing project.

Your building’s commercial roofing system is one of its most important features. When it gets to the point that your roof has reached the end of its lifecycle, you need a new, quality roof—and fast. But, replacing a commercial roofing system is a big job, and requests for proposals (RFPs) take time.

Whether you know it or not, finding the right contractor can prove stressful with issues such as budget and timeframe (especially if you have limited experience working with contractors). But, as with many things in life, there may be a silver lining, and you don’t have to be a public agency to take advantage of it!

See how a cooperative purchasing organization (sometimes referred to as a group purchasing organization, aka GPO, or co-op agreement) can maximize commercial roofing quality and delivery speed.

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flat roof on industrial hall

As a building owner, there are many factors that should go into the final decision for your next roofing system. And, one of those factors is deciding on your roofing project’s commercial roof color. Read more

Meeting bid requirements with cooperative purchasing.

Did you know that you can potentially secure the services that your business needs (cost-effectively) through cooperative purchasing?

Cooperative contracts are well-known to provide great benefits for public agencies (schools, municipalities, etc.), helping buyers save time and money when searching for services like commercial roofing. But, even more importantly, cooperative purchasing organizations can help their members meet tight bid requirements and get back to work amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more

Water Leak Brown Spot

Picture this…

On what you thought was another ordinary Monday morning, you walked into your commercial building and noticed a puddle on the floor. Looking up, you found water dripping from the ceiling tiles and noticed that water spots have turned the area brown. Your mind started racing through the ramifications of these ceiling stains and the potential source of the leak Read more

Roof Asset Management

Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and snow can wreak havoc on your commercial roof, and these types of severe weather events are well-known in Ohio during almost every season. Are you doing enough to protect your roofing investment? Read more

Tax Deduction Commercial Roof

Would you like to save money on taxes for your business? Did you know you may be eligible for a 100% tax deduction on your commercial roof? Read more

cooperative purchasing contract

Cooperative purchasing programs have helped government agencies and nonprofits afford a variety of services over the years and have allowed these entities to purchase everything from IT and security to law enforcement products and repair services. But, who exactly is eligible for a cooperative purchasing contract? Read more

inspection inspector

When it comes to owning a commercial building, regular roof maintenance, both inside and out, will keep it safe and attractive for years to come. However, there are some things that need to be prioritized more than others in order to save time and money.

Even though most roofs are built to last for decades, regular inspections are proven to boost longevity. Why? Simply put, catching problems early allows you to take care of issues that would have gotten worse with neglect. 

Read on to discover some of the main objectives to a reliable commercial roofing company’s roof inspection

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