Florida public educational facilities—such as public schools, colleges, and other state-regulated educational buildings—must satisfy both the Florida Building Code (FBC) and applicable State Requirements for Educational Facilities (SREF) provisions. Roofing…
A commercial roof maintenance agreement should clearly define the inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, documentation, response times, and responsibilities needed to keep a commercial roofing system performing reliably. For building owners…
Properly sizing downspouts and vertical leaders is essential for commercial roofing systems in Florida, where intense rainfall can quickly overwhelm an undersized drainage system. A correctly designed roof drainage system…
For commercial building owners, roof maintenance is not simply about fixing leaks when they appear. A well-planned maintenance program helps identify problems early, control repair costs, protect the building interior,…
Roofing work on an occupied school campus requires two safety priorities at the same time: protecting roofing workers from construction hazards and protecting students, teachers, staff, visitors, and school property…
Yes. Skylights can generally be permanently removed and the roof openings infilled during a reroofing project, provided the work is completed correctly and complies with applicable building codes. In many…
- August 14, 2026
What response times should a maintenance contract guarantee?
A commercial roof maintenance contract should do more than promise “prompt” or “priority” service. Property owners and facility managers should have clear, measurable response-time commitments for leaks, storm damage, and…
- August 14, 2026
Should gutters be used on a low-slope commercial roof?
Yes, gutters can be used on a low-slope commercial roof, but they are not always the best drainage solution. The right choice depends on the roof’s slope, size, drainage design,…
School roofing projects require more planning than a typical commercial roof replacement because construction must be coordinated with students, teachers, school operations, safety requirements, testing schedules, and the academic calendar.…
For commercial property owners, an annual roof maintenance contract is one of the simplest ways to make roofing costs more predictable. Instead of waiting for leaks, ponding water, damaged flashing,…