Sustainability is on everyone's mind these days, whether it's because of personal long-term commitments to the cause or expanding environmental worries. In either scenario, it can be challenging to determine what constitutes sustainability, particularly when it comes to building materials. So where do you even begin when it comes to commercial roofing systems?
- May 21 Wed 2025 14:31
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6 Strategies to Make Commercial Roofs More Sustainable
Sustainability is on everyone's mind these days, whether it's because of personal long-term commitments to the cause or expanding environmental worries. In either scenario, it can be challenging to determine what constitutes sustainability, particularly when it comes to building materials. So where do you even begin when it comes to commercial roofing systems?
- May 19 Mon 2025 16:13
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How Do Solar Panels Affect the Integrity of the Roof?
With the arrival of summer weather – and with many parts of the country experiencing record-breaking heat waves – it’s hard to ignore the power of the sun. It can make walking across the street seem like a marathon, it sends energy bills soaring, and it can make a parked car feel like a furnace. No wonder the sun gets a bad rap this time of year!
But instead of bemoaning the sun’s power, why not put that power to work for you? Installing solar panels on your commercial roof can reap huge benefits when it comes to reducing your electrical bill. Still, some building owners hesitate to take the plunge. Sometimes it’s because of the cost (although costs are decreasing rapidly, and government incentives can further soften the blow), but sometimes it’s because the owners and facility managers are worried about what solar panels will do to the integrity of the roof.
- May 19 Mon 2025 16:07
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5 Best Low-Slope Roofing Systems for Warm Climates
When it comes to harsh weather, most people think of cold, snow, and ice. But, if you manage a building in a warmer climate, you probably define harsh weather a little differently: blistering sun and heat punctuated by occasional rain and wind. And, since a roof’s main job is to protect the building and everything inside it, choosing the right low-slope roofing system for your climate is a business imperative.
Last month, we talked about some of the most common choices for low-slope roofing systems. Now that summer is on its way (and, if you live in a warmer climate, it’s probably already here), let’s look at low-slope roofing options from a different perspective: Which are best suited to sunny, hot summers?
- May 16 Fri 2025 14:02
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Modular Construction - What You Need to Know
Construction is a broad industry which encompasses many different types of building processes. Today, one of the growing construction categories is modular construction. Discover what modular development is, and some of the pros and cons, so you can determine if modularly constructed components may become part of your future growth.
What is Modular Construction
Modular construction is a type of construction process where pieces (or modules) are created in a factory and are then put together on site. For those working on the worksite, there is less detailed work, and the job is completed faster. It allows for large builds to be finished much quicker without loss of quality.
- May 16 Fri 2025 13:56
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Roofing Cover Boards: Overview
It is understood by many in the know in the building industry that roofing cover boards can often be the unsung hero of a given roof assembly. Though seemingly mundane and inexpensive, they are also highly effective and promote the durability and longevity of a roof. In short, they are worth the investment. Their added durability protects against damage from hail, fire, wind uplift, and other kinds of unfavorable weather, all at a very reasonable upfront cost.
- May 15 Thu 2025 13:48
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Why Hiring Roof Consultants is Essential to Eliminating Information Gaps
When you need to install a new roof on your building or commit to major repairs, your first job—step one—is to hire a roofing consultant. Read that again. Not a roofing contractor—a roofing consultant. Many building owners hire a roofing consultant only when there is a problem with their roof, only to find that the problems exist due to things that should have been addressed before the build.
- May 15 Thu 2025 13:40
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Why Wind Design Is Important for Your Commercial Building
- May 14 Wed 2025 15:41
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How to Optimize Your Company’s Rooftop Design
- May 14 Wed 2025 15:36
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Resilient and Reliable: Creating Sustainable, High-Performing Roofs
Creating sustainable roofing has always been a great way to prove your merits as an eco-conscious organization, but there’s far more to it than that. With traditional asphalt roofs lasting a mere 20 years or so, eco-friendly roofs are about more than just doing your part for the environment—they’ll save you money in the long run as well. From green roofs to solar panels, here’s how sustainability makes a great investment for your next commercial roof.
- May 13 Tue 2025 14:26
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Creating Climate-Resilient Roofing Designs for Commercial Buildings
The climate is indisputably changing. We notice it in things like hotter summers, more intense storms, and longer hurricane seasons. What we notice, your roof notices too. Depending on the location of your building, you’ll find that extreme weather will impact the design of your roof – and what’s more, extreme weather is likely to keep on getting more extreme. This means that in order to maximize the lifespan of your roof, you don’t just need to build: you need to overbuild, anticipating the ways in which climate will change in order to meet a moving target. How do you create resilient roofing in the wake of a changing climate?
- May 13 Tue 2025 14:19
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The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Rooftop Equipment Needs Planning
While storing equipment on the rooftop is a simple way to save interior space, many facility managers fail to effectively plan the layout and functionality, leading to issues down the road. Your responsibility is to make informed design choices about the layout of roof equipment. Planning at the outset helps you create a layout that is more functional, aesthetically pleasing, and cost-efficient. Utilizing rooftop access systems will help you create a design that makes sense.
- May 07 Wed 2025 14:45
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Bespoke Solar Solutions: PHP Systems' Signature Approach to Sustainable Roofing
When it comes to commercial roofing, the pursuit of sustainability has evolved beyond mere environmental responsibility. It has evolved into a strategic investment with multifaceted benefits. Traditional roofing materials, with a lifespan of around 20 years, pale in comparison to the longevity and cost-effectiveness offered by eco-friendly alternatives.
