Nov15

Repairing PVC Membrane Flat Roofing Systems

by Chuck 708-574-8052 on November 15th, 2011 at 8:54 pm
Posted In: Flat Roof Repair and Products

Repairing PVC Membrane Flat Roofing Systems
Many flat roofs use a PVC membrane that is composed of only one layer of material, polyvinyl chloride. PVC roofs are specially designed to withstand ponding water, the cause of many flat roof leaks. PVC membrane is welded together with hot air (no open flame) to eliminate all seams so moisture can not pass through. PVC roofing systems also reflect nearly 90% of the heat of the sun, thus lowering energy costs substantially, especially in high-heat areas such as the southwestern United States.

Here’s a demonstration video on how to repair the membrane. Falling tree branches can poke holes is the PVC, so performing regular roof maintenance is especially important when it comes to flat roofing:

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Nov05

Angie’s List Tip: Ask customers for feedback

by Chuck 708-574-8052 on November 5th, 2011 at 2:33 pm
Posted In: Angie’s List

Angie’s List Advice: Ask customers for feedback

Angie’s List not only helps consumers find reliable services in their local area, but it can also help the small business owner find more customers.

Getting feedback from you customers is a fantastic way to improve your ratings on Angie’s List. When I was still offering roofing services here in the Chicago area I received a good part of my business from Angie’s List referrals.

Most customers don’t mind writing a short review, so don’t hesitate to ask them if they would do so. Here’s Angie Hicks, Angie’s List founder, talking about asking your customers for feedback either face to face or online to help improve your business. Find local reviews on the services you need at Angie’s List – from electricians to physicians – Take the Tour!

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Oct25

Repairing a Shingle Roof

by Chuck 708-574-8052 on October 25th, 2011 at 4:08 am
Posted In: Roof Leak Repair Tips

Here’s a good how-to video that goes over the basics of repairing a shingle roof. How to fix a leaky roof on a house by removing all shingles and felt and replacing it all with an ice and storm shield membrane and new shingles.

This roof has some water damage and will need some decking replacement as well.

Watch Tool Dude Tony in this instructional episode of How to Fix Sh#t 101 in HD and don’t miss the outtakes at the end.

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Oct22

Fall is a great time to have your roof inspected

by Chuck 708-574-8052 on October 22nd, 2011 at 8:14 am
Posted In: How To Roofing Video

Fall is a great time to have your roof inspected. New roof shingles are often not installed according to the manufacturer’s installation specifications or the industry standards.

From missing drip-edge to improperly installed stack flashing, there are many places on a roof that could leak due to improper shingle installation. Chimneys are also an area that you should have inspected. This video shows and explains several typical flaws.

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Oct18

Chimney Flashing on a Metal Roof

by Chuck 708-574-8052 on October 18th, 2011 at 9:23 am
Posted In: How To Roofing Video

Chimney Flashing

Here’s a short video that shows how to install chimney flashing on a metal roof.

This video shows how to install a chimney flashing when installing a metal shingles roof, such as Tamko Metal Works steel shingles used in this video.

1) Cut the reglet in the chimney, using a grinder with diamond masonry blade.
2) Blow out any dirt and dust form the reglet and work area.
3) Install head wall flashing.
4) Install sidewall flashing on both sides.
5) Run the shingles all the way to the top and above the chimney, on both sides.
6) Install Back-Pan flashing Up the chimney and up the roof, so it butts tightly against the the lock of the first course of metals shingles above the chimney, and wrap ends around corners.

Once all flashing is installed, seal corners with Solar Seal 900 or other roof caulking.

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