Commercial flat roofs are designed and engineered to give you and your business the best protection against the elements. The components of a flat roof all serve highly important functions in protecting your business and enabling it to thrive. Today’s blog post from your preferred roofing and outdoor living company, Sterling Exteriors, sheds light on the purpose of gravel on commercial flat roofs.
Keeping a roof well-maintained isn’t an impossible feat, but it’s no walk in the park, either. There are certain do’s and don’ts you should observe to ensure the optimal performance of your roof. Today’s blog post from Sterling Exteriors features five rookie roofing mistakes you should avoid at all costs. Continue Reading
The type of roof you choose to install on your home will have a great affect on your roof’s performance and longevity. Wood and asphalt roofs, for example, have an average life span of 20 to 25 years, while metal roofs can last well beyond 50 years. Continue Reading
The sturdiness of a roof starts with the roof deck. It’s the base of the entire structure, and acts as a sort of foundation for the other roof components, such as the shingles and underlayment. While there are many types of materials used in the construction of roof decks, three stand out as the best. Continue Reading
Many homeowners would like to install tile roofing, but end up choosing other materials due to the complex installation process required for tile due to the material’s heavy weight. Enter composite tiles, which deliver the visual appeal of genuine tile roofing but without the difficult installation. In today’s post, Sterling Exteriors, a top outdoor living… Continue Reading
To guarantee a long service life for your commercial roofing system, you should never skimp on the materials and installation costs. One of the best options is the multilayer protection of built-up roofing, or BUR. Continue Reading
With sustainability becoming increasingly important for homeowners and home improvement businesses alike, there’s no shortage of products that claim to be environmentally friendly. As a socially responsible citizen and homeowner, doing your own research regarding the products you purchase greatly contributes to this environmental cause. Continue Reading
You’ve probably heard of the terms soffit and fascia when dealing with roofing concerns. In today’s post, Sterling Exteriors explains the function of these two roofing components and the role they play in your roof’s performance. Continue Reading
Despite being the most common kind of problem your roof will ever experience, leaks are deceptively dangerous and are a threat you should never underestimate. In fact, more critical roofing problems tend to originate from leaks that weren’t addressed immediately. Continue Reading
As your local GAF Master Elite® roofing contractor, Sterling Exteriors can install high-quality roofs from GAF. These are engineered with quality, weather protection and beauty in mind and will provide decades of reliable performance. Continue Reading