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A Few Things To Avoid For Your Commercial Flat Roof

Avoid getting on the roof Roofs are unpredictable, and the less time you spend on them, the safer you are. To some building owners, the roof may seem inviting, but full inspections should be left to the professionals. At Jim Brown & Sons commercial Roof contractors, we have the equipment and training to safely walk and assess your commercial roof. Although it may seem easy to climb on the roof, there are other complications involved, especially if your roof or building is unsafe. You also need to consider harnessing and fall protection as well as the danger presented for others…

Commercial Roofing, Roof Repair
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Improve the Comfort of Your Home by Picking the Right Type of Attic Insulation

Insulating systems are designed to reduce movement of heat, control moisture, and to enable proper ventilation. A poorly insulated home isn’t only an energy hog, but also an uncomfortable place to live. The attic is an important home insulator, and it can help greatly in controlling long-term energy utility expenses. It is estimated that a well-insulated house can reduce energy bills by more than $600 yearly. The main trick is determining how much attic insulation you need and the best material to use. Do You Need More Attic Insulation? In case you or your contractor at JBS Roofing note that…

Insulation, Roof Inspections
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How HVAC Units Can Affect a Commercial Roof

The key of JBS Roofing to happy customers and employees is to keep your commercial building cool at all times. During the hot summer months, this means that your HVAC system will need to work overtime. If your building makes use of rooftop HVAC units, there are several problems that can occur. These issues can adversely affect your commercial roof, which is why it’s important to keep each unit well maintained. Tech Issues Caused by Human Error Maintaining an HVAC unit that’s installed on a rooftop can be a difficult job for anyone, even for experienced technicians. Though unintentional, these…

Energy Efficiency, Insulation
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The Continued Growth of Roofing Sustainability

Over a decade ago, businesses and homeowners started becoming more aware of their carbon footprint. As a result, they started looking for ways to lower their impact on the environment by looking for sustainable and green options. This push affected everything from automobile to the roofing industry. During this time, roofing companies like JBS Roofing put great effort into being environmentally conscious and developing eco-friendly business models. The roofing industry became a major focus for environmentally concerned individuals thanks in part to asphalt shingles. This type of shingle is still one of the most commonly used type of roofing material…

Commercial Roofing, Energy Efficiency, Roof Repair
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When to Choose Tapered Roof Insulation

Positive drainage, whether in new construction or applied in re-roofing jobs, is just plain good roofing practice. The goal of positive drainage is to reduce, if not eliminate, any standing water that results from what is called “ponding.” This effect is the result of a dead-level roof deck where there is no slope in the design to allow positive drainage. The drainage solution for a flat roof is the latest in modern materials that has produced a professional and effective system design for any project: Tapered Roof Insulation. Benefits of Using Tapered Roof Insulation There are advantages to using tapered…

Flat Roofs, Roof Inspections
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