Roof replacements can be messy. Disruption of the facility and the people inside the building is a legitimate concern and can delay a roofing project until the “right” time. Roof replacement budgets can also delay a project. What to do?

Consider a roof coating restoration instead of tearing off that old roof. The roof coatings available today are not just painted. They are waterproofing membranes (acrylic, urethane, or silicone) applied directly to the existing roof system and come with standard warranties of up to 20 years. Coatings will also lessen the impact on the wallet. Most importantly, if a roof is required sooner rather than later, most coatings are readily available; other materials still have extremely long lead times.

Your roof is most notably impacted by direct sunlight. During the summer, the temperature of the air is warmer, and your roof’s total sun exposure is extended. The daily sequence of temperature variation can create stress points where roof components connect to each other. Routine roof system inspections should include checking on these areas of concern and advising when repairs are necessary.

Any type of major storm is a concern for your roof.  Following a large storm, it is highly recommended that you have your roof inspected for potential damage. While you might not observe any immediate physical damage, your roof may still be compromised and develop problems over time.

If you have a significant downpour in a short period of time, your roof is also at risk of ponding. If large amounts of water remain on your roof for more than 48 hours after a storm, it’s a cause for concern. Catastrophic consequences such as collapsed roofs have been observed due to major ponding.

We’ll be blunt because this is a topic that is discussed every hour (if not more!) in the roofing industry. Materials are currently in short supply…period. As of today, most membranes and insulations have lead times of 10-12 months. However, don’t be discouraged! There are options for temporary roofs to keep that project moving. Also, Cole Roofing does have a substantial material inventory to complete several different roofing assemblies today. And Cole Roofing’s Service Department will see you thru any short-term roof issues that arise.

The current materials supply issues are affecting everyone. We are all in this together, and we’ll work with you to determine the best available solution for your project. Call Cole Roofing today for periodic lead time updates and to see how we may assist you!

Water is heavy and can be destructive. Buildings typically don’t like unnecessary weight. Roofs don’t like ponding water. Water will take the path of least resistance, so that means slope!

Tapered insulation typically consists of polyisocyanurate or expanded polystyrene insulation and can be installed under your new roof membrane to slope and divert water directly to drainage assemblies. Proper slope and drainage prevent unnecessary water weight from sitting on top of your building and provide fewer chances for water to attack your new roof. Whether it’s a fully tapered insulation assembly on a roof deck with no slope, tapered insulation crickets on a roof deck with a structural slope, or a combination of the two, Cole Roofing can install a tapered insulation configuration to meet your needs.