Is Roofing a Wintertime Sport?

December 2011 ♦ Issue 117

Is Roofing a Wintertime Sport?

Maintain your roof right before, during, and after a winter storm.
Read more about winter roofing …Featured SponsorFour Steps to a Maintenance Free Roof

Most building owners think about their roof only when there's a problem—usually a leak. By that time, water has already caused damage to valuable merchandise, slowed production, and/or caused a slip-and-fall accident. Once the damage is done, all the building owner can do is call a roofing contractor and get the roof repaired.

Though no roof is maintenance free, taking these four steps can reduce life-cycle costs.
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Is Your Roof Ready for Winter?
Winter storms are looming on the horizon. Are you ready?
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Don’t Let Winter Wreak Havoc
Winter is inevitable, but damage to your roof isn’t.
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Roof Insulation and Reflectivity Cut Costs
Proper roof design and maintenance can lower operating expenses.
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ETFE Film for Roofs and Facades by Birdair
Flexible film offers an alternative to glass and plastic.
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RetroDriller Roof Fastener by OMG Roofing Products
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