Thermoplastic polyolefin or TPO is a single-ply membrane roofing system that has become the industry standard for commercial flat roofs since its development in the early 1990s. In my opinion, TPO is the best roofing product out there for reflective flat roofs. Alliant Roofing Company began transitioning to TPO…
One thing I have learned during my time as the owner of Alliant Roofing Company is to prepare for change and change orders. A change order is a change to the contracted scope of work. When used sparingly, a change order can be the right project management tool for a successful commercial roofing project…
World Wide Group’s commercial roof recover project highlights the difference between a commercial roofing contractor and a roof asset manager.
Better late than never is something you never hear a reputable commercial roofer say. If a building owner waits until something goes wrong with a roof, it might already be too late to save it. You must be proactive. Most building owners and property managers are smart; they know how to take care of their buildings. They either learned…
Alliant Roofing Company is fully trained and certified in the application of Elevate roofing products, including: RubberGard™ EPDM rubber roofing systems, UltraPly™ TPO single-ply, roofing membranes, metal roofing systems, asphalt roofing systems, modular flat roofing systems, polyiso roof insulation and cover boards.
Most of us welcome the summer sun after a cold winter, but commercial building owners need to be attentive to the potential roof damage that can be caused by severe heat. Under normal conditions, Mother Nature is not always kind to flat roofs. Regular inspections are a cost-effective way to prevent big expenses due to weather damage. Commercial roofs expand and contract in prolonged high temperatures, and any flat roof system is vulnerable to damage. While most roofing systems are designed to have some movement, extreme temperature swings put any roof to the test.