It’s not always easy to know when your commercial roof needs to be replaced – especially if you don’t know it’s age or aren’t familiar with the type of roofing system that you have. There are some telltale signs to look for that will let you know if your commercial roof is nearing the end of its lifespan.
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The simple answer to the question of replacing your gutters when you replace your roof is ‘it depends.’ Just because you are replacing your roof doesn’t mean that you will need new gutters at the same time. So, the answer depends on what kind of shape your gutters are in and how they are doing their job.
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Replacing a commercial roofing system is an investment in your building and it can also be an investment in the environment. What you choose to put on your roof can affect your building’s carbon footprint and play a role in your energy usage as you cool and heat the interior space. At Texas Traditions Roofing, we are fans of Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) single-ply membranes that can help your building achieve its sustainability goals.
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Solar power is not new, but it previously involved large, costly panels that weren’t the most attractive for your home. With the evolution of technology and the innovation of GAF, North America’s largest shingle manufacturer, you now have the option of choosing a shingle that has solar capabilities built in. Meet Timberline Solar.
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It’s that time of year when we dig out the boxes of Christmas decorations and start to make our homes festive. One of the most popular ways to decorate is to adorn your home with Christmas lights. Remember the movie National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? The Griswold’s home (and roof) had so many lights on it, it could probably be seen by the International Space Station.
While it’s a funny movie, we do cringe a little when Clark Griswold brings his staple gun onto the roof and starts stapling strings of lights to his shingles. Your roof was manufactured and designed to protect your home from the elements, not to hold your Christmas decorations.
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