Year: 2026

If you have ever reviewed a roofing estimate, you may have heard a contractor say that a roof is “20 squares” or “35 squares.” In roofing, a square is a…

Yes. Canopies, overhangs, and drive-through structures generally require specific wind design considerations because they are exposed to wind forces differently from the main roof of a commercial building. In Florida,…

In commercial roofing, the terms seam plate and barbed plate are often used when discussing mechanically attached roofing systems. Although both are fastening plates designed to help secure a roof…

During a commercial roof replacement project, one of the most common unexpected conditions is damaged roof decking discovered after the existing roofing system is removed. Because the deck is often…

An L-shaped or irregular commercial building footprint can significantly change how a roof is divided into drainage, structural, wind, and inspection zones. Unlike a simple rectangular building, an irregular roof…

A termination bar is a narrow metal strip used in commercial roofing and waterproofing systems to mechanically secure the upper edge of a roofing membrane or flashing to a wall,…

If a building has solar panels installed on the roof and the roof later needs replacement, the solar system usually does not have to be abandoned. Instead, the photovoltaic (PV)…

When evaluating commercial roofing proposals, the total contract price is important, but it does not tell the entire story. Roofing projects often encounter unexpected conditions, repairs, design changes, or scope…

If you are considering rooftop solar, one of the most important questions is not simply whether the roof can support solar panels, but how much useful roof life remains before…

A batten bar is a narrow, rigid strip used in roofing to mechanically secure a roofing membrane, flashing, or other roof-system component to the underlying roof deck or substrate. Batten…