Welcome to Roofing Guide
Asphalt Roofing Article
. For a permanent link to this article, or to bookmark it for further reading, click here.
What Might Waterproofing Mean for Your Roof?
from:Waterproofing roofs is a great way to protect them from the damage that can be done by water. Over time your waterproofing efforts will need to be revisited. Moisture can be almost as damaging as the sun to your roofing system so it makes perfect sense to make every effort to protect your roof from this damage in order to extend the life and viability of your roof.
Water does more damage to roofs than most people realize. Not only can it lead to leaking, which is the first thing that comes to mind for most people as far as water damage to roofing is concerned but it also can lead to the formation of mold. Mold can lead to all manner of health concerns and liabilities. Of course you know and understand that it is a bad idea to create a space that is ripe for the formation of dangerous mold, mildew, and other bacteria. You simply may not realize how effective waterproofing roofs can be at preventing this. Talk to your roofing contractor and see what he (or she) has to say about it the importance of waterproofing for this specific purpose.
There are other benefits to waterproofing roofs though. Consider the fact that many of the waterproofing agents commonly used for roofing material also contain reflective agents that send those damaging ultra violet rays back in the direction they came from and can deflect solar radiation as well. If you are one of the many people around the world growing concerned about the impact of our every day lives on the planet, this is good news for you. The light reflecting features allow you to consume less energy and produce less of the waste that is commonly associated with the generation of energy.
But, what dos it mean for you? It means you spend less money on climate control in your building. Who doesn't want to spend less money on energy consumption month in and month out? While hiring professionals to handle the installation of waterproofing materials on your roof may have an upfront cost many homes and businesses enjoy an excellent return on the investment when it comes to energy savings, peace of mind, and the longevity of the roofing system.
There is no perfect one size fits all solution when it comes to roofing. However, roofs are a rather significant investment. It makes perfect sense to protect that investment in any way possible. Very few roofs will last forever but there are things you can do that will increase the life expectancy of your roof. Waterproofing your roof is an excellent example of just that. See for yourself what a difference it can make.
Asphalt Roofing News
Owens Corning Roofing And Asphalt Honor Industry Best With 2012 Platinum Preferred Awards
TOLEDO, Ohio, May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens Corning (OC) Roofing and Asphalt, LLC announced the recipients of its 2012 Platinum Preferred Contractor Awards for outstanding achievement, performance ...
Read more...Roofing Supply Group, LLC Announces Receipt of Noteholder Consents for 8 5/8% Senior Secured Notes Due 2017 (CUSIP Nos ...
DALLAS, May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Roofing Supply Group, LLC (the "Company") announced today the early tender results for its previously announced offer to purchase and solicitation of consents ...
Read more...Roofing Supply Group, LLC Announces Cash Tender Offer For Any And All Outstanding 8 5/8% Senior Secured Notes Due 2017 ...
DALLAS, May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Roofing Supply Group, LLC (the "Company") announced today that it commenced a cash tender offer (the "Tender Offer") to purchase any and all of the ...
Read more...Jasper Contractors, Inc. Recognized for Excellence as Owens Corning™ Roofing Platinum Preferred Contractor Platinum ...
Jasper Contractors, Inc. receives prestigious Owens Corning™ award only given to five Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractors.Baton Rouge, LA (PRWEB) April 26, 2012 Jasper Contractors, Inc. has been recognized by Owens Corning Roofing and Asphalt for outstanding achievement during the 2012 Platinum Preferred Roofing Contractor awards ceremony. As an industry-leading Platinum Preferred Roofing ...
Read more...New Rapid-Curing Liquid Roofing Mastic from Garland Canada Seals Difficult Flashing Details Easily on Many Surfaces
Garland Canada's Tuff-Flash™ liquid-applied mastic is an easy to apply, durable roof flashing system that provides superior water protection and weathering capabilities. It is a single-component, zero-VOC asphalt polyurethane that can be applied with a brush or trowel. It adheres to asphaltic membranes as well as a variety of metal surfaces and is well suited for complex or irregular roofing ...
Read more...