Commercial roofing systems have come a long way over the past few decades. In years past, almost every commercial roof was made from asphalt and built-up rubber. These roof systems offered good protection, but they were cumbersome and messy to install. These days, people are turning away from those traditional commercial roofing options and instead choosing foam roofing. Foam roofs are essentially sprayed onto the top of the building using specialized equipment. But beyond being easy to install, foam roofing systems have a lot of benefits, especially in the commercial setting. Here are a few of those top benefits.
They are seamless.
With most roofing systems, there are at least a few seams. These seams are the weakest parts of the roof. They can get caught by the wind, which can then carry parts of the roof up and away. They also tend to be the spots where roofs start leaking.
Spray foam roofing, however, is completely seamless. This makes it less prone to leaks and wind damage, which makes it a particularly wise choice in areas that receive heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and even hurricanes.
They reduce energy costs.
Perhaps you've heard of spray foam insulation. It's very similar to spray foam roofing, except it is used on the interior of buildings. It traps heat very effectively, even when only a thin layer is used. As it turns out, spray foam roofing shares the insulating properties of spray foam insulation. The pockets in the foam trap air, and that air works as a very good barrier against heat transfer. So, when you have spray foam roofing installed, both your AC and heating bills will likely decrease. In a large commercial building, the difference can be substantial. You may also notice the top floors of your building feel cooler in the summer.
They require less maintenance.
With spray foam roofing, you don't need flashing. The foam itself sticks to penetrations like vents and covers. This difference, alone, cuts down on maintenance since nobody will have to check and secure the flashing after storms. There is no need to periodically coat or seal the roof either. Plus, spray foam rinses clean easily in the rain, so cleaning is not a big concern.
Consider the benefits above when deciding on a roof system for your commercial business. There is a reason why spray foam roofing is so common. Chances are, it will work well for you too.
Contact a local foam roofing system installation service to learn more.
When you have something you like inside a jar, you probably put a lid on it — right? In a way, you can think of your house in the same manner. You like and value the items inside, along with the inside of the house itself. So, it only makes sense that you would protect the interior of your home with a lid. That lid is your roof.
Keep that perspective in mind as you read this blog. Learning more about roofing will feel more interesting if you remember what a roof does: it protects the inside of the home and the people who live in it.