Jack Gray I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. What are Roof Nail Pops? Roof nail pops, also called “backed-out nails,” are a type of roof defect where the roofing nails which secure the shingles have been forced back and out of the roof sheathing …
I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. Introduction This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to patch a rubber roof. You can repair an EPDM rubber roof yourself. EPDM rubber is one of the easiest roofing materials to repair properly. Always follow roofing safety guidelines when …
I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. Tilt-Up Construction Overview Tilt-up construction is a building method where large reinforced structural concrete panels are cast on site, then tilted up vertically and secured to form the building’s walls. Although the first documented use of …
I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. Introduction This article provides general information about various types of roof coatings. In addition to drawing on my own personal experience overseeing roof coating projects, I compiled much of the technical information here from a wide …
Introduction PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roofing is a type of flat or “low slope” roofing system widely used in commercial and industrial building construction. PVC roofing systems were introduced in the late 1960s, and after they had some initial issues resolved in the 80s, they now have a record of proven performance going back almost 40 …
Introduction When I was managing roof maintenance programs for commercial properties in Chicago, every once in a while a property manager would express concern that the snow building up on her commercial low-slope roofs would melt all at once and the roofs’ storm drainage systems wouldn’t be able to handle it. It seems like it would be …
What is Dimensional Lumber? Dimensional lumber is simply lumber that is produced with standardized dimensions. Standardized lumber dimensions such as “2 x 4” allow for a multitude of efficiencies in construction. Subcategories of dimensional lumber include appearance framing lumber, beams, joists, light framing lumber, planks, posts, stringers, structural light framing lumber, studs, and timbers. The lumber …
Introduction If you’re getting ready to have a new roof installed, you’re probably doing some research about the roof replacement process right about now. A new roof is a substantial investment, kind of like a car. And just like when you’re buying a car, when you’re paying for a roof replacement you want to know …
I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. Introduction I spent years managing a very large portfolio of commercial roofs for a well known roof consultant firm. (Well-known in the industry, it’s not like we were celebrity roof consultants or anything). Our clients included …
I participate in the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commissions from purchases made through links on this page. What is Backer Rod? A backer rod is a cylindrical piece of foam material installed in a gap or joint between building materials to provide a substrate for building sealant. The backer rod ensures that the …