Commercial Roofing Blog

Mark Forbes

Feb 16
3 min

How Long Do Metal Roofs Last?

If you have ever wondered how long metal roofs last, we have some answers! Learn why metal roofs can last a lifetime with proper maintenance

99 Holiday Seasons Here at United Materials: What We Are Looking Forward to in 2023

Mark Forbes

Dec 1, 2022
2 min

99 Holiday Seasons Here at United Materials: What We Are Looking Forward to in 2023

We are feeling a little nostalgic at United Materials these days. United Materials will turn 100 in 2023.

How to Determine Your Roof Maintenance Budget

Mark Forbes

Nov 3, 2022
2 min

How to Determine Your Roof Maintenance Budget

Does your annual budget include expenses for the care and maintenance of your commercial roof?

It’s Winter Prep Time for Colorado Roofs: What You Should Do Right Away

Mark Forbes

Oct 17, 2022
2 min

It’s Winter Prep Time for Colorado Roofs: What You Should Do Right Away

October in Colorado is the time for building owners & property managers to take steps to prepare their building roofs for winter conditions

Mark Forbes

Sep 7, 2022
2 min

Not All Roof Repairs Are Equal

Depending on the materials used in your building’s roof construction, the repair process will look a little different for each type.

Don’t Neglect Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance

Mark Forbes

Aug 9, 2022
2 min

Don’t Neglect Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance

Commercial building owners should not neglect their buildings’ gutters. Ideally, your building’s gutters should be cleaned twice a year.

Severe Storm Preparation for Commercial Roofs

Mark Forbes

Jul 12, 2022
2 min

Severe Storm Preparation for Commercial Roofs

While severe weather is not always predictable, there are ways to prepare your roof to help it better withstand damage from Mother Nature.

Check the Roof When Buying Commercial Real Estate

Mark Forbes

Jul 11, 2022
3 min

Check the Roof When Buying Commercial Real Estate

We have some tips to help business owners get the most bang for their buck when investing in a commercial building.

How to identify trustworthy, experienced roofing companies

Mark Forbes

Jun 6, 2022
2 min

How to identify trustworthy, experienced roofing companies

No one wants to fall prey to an unreliable roofing company or a scam, especially not for such a significant investment.

Roof Damage Doesn’t Have to Be a Disaster for Your Business

Mark Forbes

May 1, 2022
1 min

Roof Damage Doesn’t Have to Be a Disaster for Your Business

Words that most business/building owners dread: “Your roof has sustained some damage and needs repair.” You’ve performed routine inspections

Our RoofGuard® Maintenance Plan Has You Covered

Mark Forbes

Apr 14, 2022
2 min

Our RoofGuard® Maintenance Plan Has You Covered

Routine roof maintenance is more sensible and economical in the long run than simply trying to fix problems as they appear.

Mark Forbes

Apr 7, 2022
2 min

Spring Roof Inspections Are Essential

Just because no water is coming into your building doesn’t mean your roof is in good shape.

Mark Forbes

Mar 10, 2022
2 min

Roofing Industry Developments to Watch

If industry trends of 2022 so far seem like déjà vu on steroids, that’s probably because, well, they are. Like many other businesses, the...

Mark Forbes

Feb 24, 2022
2 min

Beware of Ice Dams

Icicles Are a Sign of Trouble An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow (water) from...

Mark Forbes

Jan 13, 2022
2 min

Make Roof Safety a Priority this Year

Most business owners and property managers don’t spend much time on their roof, so roof safety isn’t a top consideration. Yet a bit of...

EPDM Membrane Roofs Provide Long Service Life

Mark Forbes

Dec 9, 2021
2 min

EPDM Membrane Roofs Provide Long Service Life

When you have a new commercial roof installed, you want it to last a long time, and roofs made with EPDM membrane certainly meet these...

Water in a Building Isn’t Always From a Roof Leak

Mark Forbes

Sep 1, 2021
2 min

Water in a Building Isn’t Always From a Roof Leak

A puddle of water on the floor or a drip from the ceiling are often signs of a leak in the roof, but it’s not always the case.

Maintenance from a Roofing Contractor Keeps Your Roof in Top Shape

Mark Forbes

Jul 22, 2021
2 min

Maintenance from a Roofing Contractor Keeps Your Roof in Top Shape

Avoid roof problems with a preventive maintenance program. Roofing contractor United Materials offers RoofGuard® maintenance program.

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