May 21, 2013
Phoenix, AZ Mayor Greg Stanton recently led the kick off for the Phoenix Cool Roofs initiative. He and 25 other volunteers helped paint the roof of the Adam Diaz Senior Center, coating the roof with substance that reflects heat and helps keep the inside of the building cool.
May 21, 2013
Phoenix, AZ Mayor Greg Stanton recently led the kick off for the Phoenix Cool Roofs initiative. He and 25 other volunteers helped paint the roof of the Adam Diaz Senior Center, coating the roof with substance that reflects heat and helps keep the inside of the building cool.
May 13, 2013
According to OSHA, “In the construction industry in the U.S., falls are the leading cause of worker fatalities. Each year, on average, between 150 and 200 workers are killed and more than 100,000 are injured as a result of falls at construction sites. OSHA recognizes that accidents involving falls are generally complex events frequently involving a variety of factors.”
May 13, 2013
According to OSHA, “In the construction industry in the U.S., falls are the leading cause of worker fatalities. Each year, on average, between 150 and 200 workers are killed and more than 100,000 are injured as a result of falls at construction sites. OSHA recognizes that accidents involving falls are generally complex events frequently involving a variety of factors.”
Apr 30, 2013
While Google and the internet have impacted virtually everyone in numerous ways over the last decade, we thought we’d mention a few of the more unique, and not so obvious ways that Google has affected roofing.
Apr 30, 2013
While Google and the internet have impacted virtually everyone in numerous ways over the last decade, we thought we’d mention a few of the more unique, and not so obvious ways that Google has affected roofing.
Apr 16, 2013
Roofs on commercial and residential property serve one main purpose … to keep the weather outside! Roof flashing — pieces of sheet metal, aluminum or galvanized steel — act as a last line of defense against water leakage
Apr 16, 2013
Roofs on commercial and residential property serve one main purpose … to keep the weather outside! Roof flashing — pieces of sheet metal, aluminum or galvanized steel — act as a last line of defense against water leakage
Mar 28, 2013
The term tile can actually mean anything from cement and concrete to terracotta tiles, or slate stones to fiber-reinforced synthetic tiles. While tile roofing installations are one of the most expensive options, the advantages often make the extra cost worthwhile.
Mar 28, 2013
The term tile can actually mean anything from cement and concrete to terracotta tiles, or slate stones to fiber-reinforced synthetic tiles. While tile roofing installations are one of the most expensive options, the advantages often make the extra cost worthwhile.
Mar 12, 2013
Solar / Photovoltaic energy is a rapidly growing renewable source of energy. Ongoing technological advances are allowing roofing and solar manufacturers to create more seamless solar roof systems and integrations.
Mar 12, 2013
Solar / Photovoltaic energy is a rapidly growing renewable source of energy. Ongoing technological advances are allowing roofing and solar manufacturers to create more seamless solar roof systems and integrations.
Feb 21, 2013
There are two different types of spray foam used in building today. Each can be used for a variety of purposes, from foam roofing material to creating decorative interior molding that is painted or stained for a simulated wood effect.
Feb 21, 2013
There are two different types of spray foam used in building today. Each can be used for a variety of purposes, from foam roofing material to creating decorative interior molding that is painted or stained for a simulated wood effect.
Feb 5, 2013
Daylighting is the process of taking advantage of natural light, both in commercial and residential properties. The use of natural light allows owners and residents to switch off artificial light, resulting in energy cost savings.
Feb 5, 2013
Daylighting is the process of taking advantage of natural light, both in commercial and residential properties. The use of natural light allows owners and residents to switch off artificial light, resulting in energy cost savings.
Jan 30, 2013
“Roof collapses under weight of snow and ice,” says New York Times. Even here in the Southwest, we’ve heard the news headlines coming from the rest of the country as winter storm after winter storm pounds the eastern seaboard. The roof pitch was a major contributing factor in most cases.
Jan 30, 2013
“Roof collapses under weight of snow and ice,” says New York Times. Even here in the Southwest, we’ve heard the news headlines coming from the rest of the country as winter storm after winter storm pounds the eastern seaboard. The roof pitch was a major contributing factor in most cases.
Jan 14, 2013
Aside from esthetic reasons, choosing a roof color is an important decision because it can affect the price of your property if/when you choose to sell, as well as have a significant impact on your energy bills. For residential properties, there are really four factors to consider when selecting a roof color, while on commercial, energy-efficiency tends to be the primary driving factor.
Jan 14, 2013
Aside from esthetic reasons, choosing a roof color is an important decision because it can affect the price of your property if/when you choose to sell, as well as have a significant impact on your energy bills. For residential properties, there are really four factors to consider when selecting a roof color, while on commercial, energy-efficiency tends to be the primary driving factor.
