GUIDANCE FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT COMMERCIAL ROOF

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GUIDANCE FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT COMMERCIAL ROOF
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• If youre looking to construct a new building for
  a commercial project, or wish to renovate an
  existing building, youre no doubt wondering what
  type of roofing material you should choose. While
  budget may be at the top of your list, youll
  also need to think about what industry your
  business is in, and where its situated.
• To help you make a more informed choice when
  replacing an existing commercial roof, or having
  a new one installed, here is a brief guide

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• Think about the type of business youre running
• If yours is a retail enterprise, for example, you
  might want to consider having an energy efficient
  roof made out of Flexion, or TPO (Thermoplastic
  Polyolefin), while if youre operating a large
  warehouse with no requirement for temperature
  control, you could opt for EPDM (ethylene
  propylene diene monomer) an affordable roofing
  solution used by many such buildings. Should
  yours be a business that uses harsh chemicals, on
  the other hand, youll doubtless require adequate
  ventilation and an exhaust system, in which case
  PVC (polyvinyl chloride) might be the most
  effective choice.

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• What is the existing roof like?
• If youre replacing a roof thats already there,
  you may have the option of simply having a new
  roofing system applied directly on top of the
  existing one (enabling you to make significant
  cost and time savings), but it might not be an
  appropriate choice if PVC has been used in the
  original roof.
• Youll also need to think carefully about vents,
  air conditioning units and skylights that might
  have a direct impact upon the application and
  maintenance of your chosen roofing material.

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• Whats around your commercial building, and what
  is the climate like?
• Youll need not only to consider the buildings
  surrounding yours and its overall location, but
  the climate, too. Maybe your business is situated
  in a large green, open space, or faces many
  extremes of weather, such as snow, regular rains
  or intense sunlight. Metal is a durable roofing
  material that suits many businesses facing harsh
  weather conditions for most of the year, as is
  EPDM, which can easily adapt to temperature
  fluctuations.

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• For a building with forests surrounding it or
  trees close by, you might want to opt for TPO,
  which is puncture resistant and durable.
• Whatever roofing material you choose, whether
  your building is in the middle of nowhere,
  surrounded by other buildings or right in a
  wildlife conservancy area, choosing an energy
  efficient and environmentally friendly material,
  is always going to be the best choice for a
  multitude of reasons.

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• Do you need licensed roofing contractors?
• For many states, only a licensed roofing
  contractor will be able to install your new
  commercial roof, so be sure to check the
  requirements for your state, before hiring
  anyone.
• How long do you plan to remain in the building?
• For some business owners, the move to a new
  building may be a temporary one, and investing in
  a replacement roof, might not make good financial
  sense. In these instances, a recoating or some
  minor repairs might be enough to tide you over
  until you sell it and move elsewhere.

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• Alternatively, even if you dont plan to remain
  in the building for the foreseeable future, a new
  roof could help you sell it for more in the
  future, and even help you sell it quicker. A
  professionally installed roof is something that
  commercial buyers will definitely take into
  consideration, so this is worth thinking about if
  planning to sell the building.
• There are many options available to you when
  replacing a commercial roof (or having one
  installed from scratch), and a consultation with
  a qualified, licensed roofing company in your
  area, like Atlas Roofing will help you make an
  even more informed choice.

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• If you are looking for Miami roofing companies,
  look no further than Atlas Roofing. Since 2016,
  we have been the premier roof installation and
  repair experts in the Miami, Broward and West
  Palm Beach area. We take pride in the
  comprehensive range of commercial and residential
  roofing services we offer. Whether you need
  something as significant as a brand new roof or
  residential or commercial roofing in Miami, or as
  minor as a gutter installation on your home,
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