We’ve all heard Ben Franklin’s adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Nowhere is that more true than in regards to a condominium’s roof. Although it is not necessarily the most visually prominent aspect of building, a roof can account for up to 50 percent of a building’s total surface area and represent up to 25 percent of the total building value. While all roofs wi... read more

Associations, management companies and homeowners alike are always looking for ways to trim costs while keeping facilities in top condition and easy to care for. One area of the building that tends to get little attention is the roof. Who thinks about the roof? Until there is a leak, that is. Today, however, people are thinking about the roof in new ways. Can a roof help reduce operating costs, an... read more

As we are in the hurricane season, there are a few tips that could ensure the roofing in your home or condominium is safe. When a house works as a unit, it stays together. The engineered truss system that supports the roof and ties it into the walls to distribute the wind load should all work together. Truss anchors are important and need to be set into the poured concrete walls. Metal Roofs – T... read more

Condo managers across America are looking for new and better ways to save energy and conserve capital. And for many, there’s no better place to start than at the top: on the roof! Energy-saving roofing initiatives can be highly effective, but they’re not created equal. Many are exotic and require significant up-front investment and capital before savings can be realized. Other solutions are le... read more