May 182012
 
 Posted by at 8:42 pm News & Articles, Roofer No Responses »

One of the most crucial parts of a building is the roof, especially in Miami.

Miami Roof RepairThe roof helps to ensure that the people and belongings in the building are safe from the elements. In order to ensure that the roof continues to protect the people and belongings within, good roof maintenance is essential. No homeowner should ever neglect maintaining the roof if they want the roof to do its job.

Very often, people who buy a new home have a roof installed and then they ignore it. This can be a big mistake. You have to look after your Miami roof because it is essential in protecting you from the hot sun of summer, the cold winds of winter, and the rain that pours down. The roof is also needed to protect the walls of your home. It is a good idea to have a roof expert check the condition of your roof to determine whether a new roof or repair is required. Your aging roof may require serious repair work. To preserve the integrity of your roof and your home you should contact a person who is experienced at Miami Roof Repair

If moss or algae have started to grow on your roof, it is a sign that something is wrong. You should have a roofer inspect your flashings to see if they have been damaged or if they have holes. If necessary, you should replace them. If some of the shingles have loosened, you may be able to glue them down again with roofing cement. You should replace any shingles which have been damaged.

To find a reliable company that does expert Miami Roof Repair repairs, you should ask people you know to recommend a roofer. Your friends may know some roofing companies that have a good reputation. You should only deal with roofing companies that are licensed and have liability insurance. After you have narrowed down your list to a few companies that seem to be the best, ask the contractors to give you an estimate.

Find out what kinds of roofing materials and supplies they will be using and the type of workforce they use. Find out how long the work is going to take. After you have asked a lot of questions, you will be in a better position to choose the best roofing contractor for Miami Roof Repair.

Apr 012012
 

South Florida Roof RepairFlat Roofs – Your Options

Older methods of installation and shoddy workmanship can cause leaks that wind up costing you a lot of money in repair bills and replacement costs, but the new methods of flat roofing have improved greatly. The latest advancements in flat roofs have led to stronger and longer lasting results. Many of these roofs last up to sixty years.

A good flat roof can make your property look modern and nice. It also offers the added bonus of being able to be turned into an outdoor living area. A flat roof can be turned into a balcony, deck, or even a place to have a beautiful garden, while making the most of the space underneath it.

Positives

  • Less expensive than roofs that are pitched
  • Great use of space
  • Stylish and up to date look
  • Extra bonus of added outdoor living space
  • Will last a long time thanks to new methods

Negatives

  • Need to do maintenance to it regularly
  • Can leak if not installed right
  • Might look ugly next to a pitched roof
  • Cheaper methods will not last long

Asphalt Roofs

One classic flat roofing option is asphalt. This method involves putting down tar that will help cause a long lifespan. Asphalt is a good choice for many people since it is durable and versatile. Its popularity has gone down since new techniques have appeared that do not require so much labor or cause possible harm to the installer due to high temperatures. Skilled installers are becoming scarce as less people are using this option.

Positives

  • Seamless design and hardwearing
  • Waterproof
  • Lasts up to sixty years
  • Can be put on any shape of roof
  • recyclable

Negatives

  • Needs high temperatures for installation
  • Very intense and hard installation process
  • Heavy
  • Not many people use it anymore
  • Hard to find installers

Felt Roofs

Another classic flat roof option where composite felts are asphalt sealed. These roofs are affordable, but will not last as long as other options. The worst negative to this type of roofing is that the seams can be damaged by the weather and water erosion.

Positives

  • Affordable
  • Widely available
  • Can hold up to a lot of foot traffic
  • Can withstand wind sheer and peel

Negatives

  • Does not last as long as other options
  • Needs a lot of upkeep
  • Heavy
  • Hard to recycle

Single Ply Roof Options

This is a great new choice to flat roofing. Synthetic polymer sheets are sealed to offer a great waterproofing barrier that does not need much upkeep. Single ply is fast and simple to install. It is great for environment too.

Positives

  • Fast and simple to install
  • Lightweight materials
  • Holds up to all sorts of weather
  • Good option for the environment
  • Lasts thirty years or more

Negatives

  • More expensive than felt
  • Not the best option for foot traffic if untreated
  • Should be installed only by a skilled professional
  • Material standards are not as advanced as other choices

 

Apr 192011
 
 Posted by at 1:57 pm Home Improvement No Responses »

BIOSafe One was originally designed for huge commercial cleanups and used widely for years in waste water treatment plants, Biosafeone has made these amazing formulas available to end consumers, (commercial and residential septic tank homeowners. BIOSafe One Can Help with Your Septic Tank Problems! News of this has spread like wildfire and has opened up a floodgate of septic tank and septic system homeowners to use in reversing not only septic failure but plumbing problems and other types of septic systems or waste water treatment system such as grease trap systems, holding tanks, drywells, lagoons, outhouses, Rv septic tanks systems, etc.

Oct 202010
 

Trans Continental of USA roofing employs some of the areas leading re-roofing specialists. Our roofing specialists have over 50 years experience in Fort Lauderdale commercial & industrial roofing industry. We are roofing professionals who have lived in and served the Fort Lauderdale areas for years.

Our mission statement is to provide superior roofing and roof repair services ethically and professionally, which exceed client expectations. We get the job done with minimal interruption to our client’s schedules and production. All new work is quality warranty.

Oct 202010
 

Our team of expert South Florida roof repair specialists can provide assistance to property manager responsible for residential home roofs, apartments, condos, warehouse, industrial and government offices across Florida. Our roof repair service can be trusted to fix and repair all types of roofs in the South Florida area.

If you need a roofer in Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Miami, Hallandale, Pembroke Pines, West Palm Beach or Davie Florida we can help you get your roof fixed today. When you need a qualified residential or commercial roofing company, we will provide you with quality roof repair your home or business. We have access to a complete line of shingles to repair the roof on your home and we only use the best of materials to provide you with quality workmanship and a reliable roof for years to come.

Oct 202010
 
 Posted by at 2:05 pm News & Articles, Roofer No Responses »

From minor roof leaks to completely new roofing systems, our Coral Springs roofer offers the highest quality roofing materials at affordable prices for the Coral springs and South Florida area. Choosing us means, you can rest assured you have selected one of the most trusted and respected roofing companies in South Florida for your new roof installation or roof repairs.

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We understand that there are Coral Springs home and business owners that can rely on us to provide a full range of roofer services. From structural evaluations, emergency roofing repairs, ongoing preventative roof maintenance programs, help with insurance damage, waterproofing or entire roof replacement. We will exceed your expectations.

Aug 122010
 

TROY, OHIO (July 19, 2:15 p.m. ET) — Sparta Polymers, a manufacturer that works with recycled resins, has reached a deal with Ridged Systems to sell its Top Notch Ridge Cap locking device for high-wind roofing applications.

Sparta, based in Troy, Ohio, announced the deal with Delray Beach, Fla.-based roofing company Ridged Systems, in a June 23 news release.

The Top Notch Ridge Cap locking device is a polyethylene composite extruded to a 10 foot length, Rick Sofia, a member of the sales staff at Sparta Polymers, said in a July 15 telephone interview.

Tim Graboski, president and CEO of Ridged Systems, said in a July 16 telephone interview that he developed the locking device in 2006 after Florida state building codes changed, and because of the challenges of building in high-wind areas.

Friends in the recycling business connected him with Sofia, Graboski said.

“The product is complicated to manufacture, and Rick’s expertise helped overcome challenges,” Graboski said.

The two companies began product testing in 2007, and it went to market in 2009. It is currently used in residential housing. The device is produced for both commercial and consumer use, Sofia said, but the majority of buyers are commercial.

Sofia said Sparta Polymers has been making the locking device for Ridged Systems for a number of years.

Now, in addition to being Ridgeway’s materials supplier and manufacturer of the locking device, Sparta will also be sharing in the sales responsibilities of the product.

Sofia said as of right now, Florida is the only state that uses the locking device, something he hopes to change as Sparta gets involved in sales.

He said the company wants to “broaden out to other areas,” including states he refers to as “high hurricane states,” like North and South Carolina.

Graboski added that he is working with the Texas Department of Insurance to get approval to use the locking device in that state.

He is also working with a naval base in Guam that wants to use the device. Testing is currently going on there, Graboski said, a process that has very stringent requirements because the device would be tested by winds that accompany a tsunami.

According to Sparta’s release, “traditional tile roofing cap[s] anchored by wood or aluminum can withstand 100 mile per hour winds.”

But the Top Notch Ridge Cap locking device can withstand winds of up to 250 mph because of its high-density polyethylene construction, Sofia said.

Because of this resistance, Sofia said, it is the only locking device officially approved by Miami-Dade County in Florida.

Graboski explained that getting the approval of Miami-Dade, referred to as the Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA), is very difficult, and that he did not want to launch the product until he received this approval.

Sofia said the state of Florida is currently working on legislation that would require all roofing caps be able to withstand winds between 150 to 200 mph. If such a law were to pass, Sofia said, the Top Notch Ridge Cap locking device would become the only approved cap on the market

Both Sofia and Graboski said over a million feet of the locking device was sold last year.

Graboski said the development of the Top Notch Ridge Cap locking device is “based on innovation and the market gap, and coming together and using innovative technology and products that are going to be more sustainable.”

May 182010
 

Reflective white thermoplastic roofing is one of the fastest, least expensive, and most effective ways to reduce energy consumption in buildings with flat roofs. And while other companies are just starting to learn about these roofing systems, we have been installing energy efficient roofing material for years. Contact us now for more information.

Apr 242010
 

Summer rains are almost here; don’t wait to get your roof checked. If there were problems over the winter, now is the time to have them looked at. That little drip or spot on the ceiling could really turn into a nightmare once the hard rains come. Besides the chance of more damage with harder rain, the time to have the damage repaired could be extended once all the roofers and roof repair companies are busy. If you think your roof needs a check up contact us now. Don’t wait!

Mar 062010
 

Recently, a storm dumping snow from northern Georgia to the mid-Atlantic threatens damage across other areas of the South. Strong storms could cause damage in southern Florida, while high winds, generated around the storm, can also cause damage. These storms can damage roofs and sometimes the damage isn’t even noticed until a hard rain. If you think your roof has been damaged, contact us now for an inspection.