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1. INSPECT CONSISTENTLY – Roof systems must be inspected at least once a year, And after every major storm.

2. MAINTAIN THE SURFACE – The flat roof surface requires attention. You need to clear away snow in the winter, keep gutters free and clear of debris, and remove debris in the summer and fall. Excess debris can lead to rot and other issues as well as add stress elements to the flat surface.

3. REPAIR RIGHT AWAY – If a problem does occur with your flat roof, never wait to repair it. Waiting only ensures that the problem will excavate and could cause structural issues. Even if it is a minor tear in the flat surface, have it repaired. Most minor repairs can be picked up during your routine inspections.

4. KEEP THE ROOF CLEAR
Heavy ice and snow in the winter can be damaging. Have a professional remove snow build up to keep the excess weight off the roof.

5. KEEP THE ROOF CLEAN
If you notice mossy build up or grass growing on your roof, have a professional come out to inspect the roof and clean it. Grass will form roots that can grow into the roof causing leaks.

6. KEEP THE TREES AWAY
Keep trees trimmed away from roofs as much as possible. Falling branches will cause damage, AND even limbs that consistently brush the roof in the wind will wear it down. This type of roof maintenance includes keeping the gutters clear of debris as well.

7. CHOOSE THE RIGHT CONTRACTOR ( See Contractor Comparison Chart)
Are they licensed and insured?, Can they Provide references? Do they offer 24/7 emergency service? How do their warranties compare?

Roof design can directly impact operating costs. The insulating value of the roof system and the roof ‘reflectivity’ of the roof surface are two such ways.

The ‘R-value’ of a material is a rating which indicates how good an insulating material is at resisting heat transfer from indoors to out in the Winter and from outdoors to in, in the Summer.

This is why often large flat roofs are made with a white rubber material which can reduce costs up to 20%.

Additionally, how well a roof is installed is also a key factor to ensure there is optimal performance.

Empire Roofing Corporation ensures your roof is installed correctly and can withstand the test of time.

Not properly maintaining your roof can be costly. Proper maintenance not only ensures your warranty is valid, but also stops small problems from becoming big ones.

For a no cost 100 point roof inspection contact us today.

Check out our maintenance programs starting from only $66 per month or check out our maintenance page here:

https://empireroofingcorporation.com/flat-roof-repairs-and-maintenance/

Empire roofing will provide all existing and new customers a full colour, detailed report of their roof condition at no cost or obligation.

An inspection of your roof during the Spring Thaw will ensure that no issues have accumulated over the winter that you are not aware of such as:

– Caulking, sealants cracked
– Damage to the membrane from poor drainage
– Structural issues – snow is heavy.
– Environmental debris in roof drains needs to be cleared to ensure proper drainage.
– Water saturation from thawing that can deteriorate underlying insulation. Left untreated this causes mold and extensive and expensive damage.
– Open membrane seams which cause severe leaks and is most common to happen during Spring thaw.
– Degranulation of field membrane which becomes brittle and then less effective/ durable in long run.
– Loose metal flashings which can fly off of the building causing additional damage.

Have the top Firestone Master contractor in Canada and recipient of Firestone’s Inner Circle Award 2013 (the most prestigious roofing designation possible) inspect your roof at no cost or obligation.

Just like with a car, a roof that is not maintained or serviced can not only void your warranty but cost more to fix in the long run.

Call today and schedule your Spring Thaw roof inspection and report valued at $1500.

https://empireroofingcorporation.com/

Did you know that many suppliers of roofing products provide material discounts during ‘off season’ or just prior peak season?

Sometimes up to 10%. Not only that, but good roofers like Empire book up solid through the Summer, so it’s the best time to get your roof done, with no wait and possibly thousands of dollars in savings.

Have the top Firestone Master contractor in Canada and recipient of Firestone’s Inner Circle Award 2013 (the most prestigious roofing designation possible) inspect your roof at no cost or obligation and provide you a quote if you wish to ‘roof early and save’.

This includes a full color, detailed report of your roof condition at no cost or obligation which explains and shows every single issue you have as well as repair options and/ or recommendations for a new roof if required.

An inspection of your roof during the Spring Thaw will ensure that no issues have accumulated over the winter that you are not aware of such as:

• Caulking, sealants cracked
• Damage to the membrane from poor drainage
• Structural issues – snow is heavy.
• Environmental debris in roof drains needs to be cleared to ensure proper drainage.
• Water saturation from thawing that can deteriorate underlying insulation. Left untreated this causes mold and extensive and expensive damage.
• Open membrane seams which cause severe leaks and is most common to happen during Spring thaw.
• Degranulation of field membrane which becomes brittle and then less effective/ durable in long run.
• Loose metal flashings which can fly off of the building causing additional damage.

Book your free roof inspection now whether it’s for a repair or if you need a new roof.

Roof Early and Save.

https://empireroofingcorporation.com/

TPO vs EPDM

Empire Roofing Corporation installs both EPDM and TPO roofing however, in our harsh Canadian climate TPO is almost always the clear choice. Empire Roofing Corporation is the largest installer of TPO roofing in Canada.

Superior seam strength is critical for a long-lasting, watertight roofing system. TPO seams are 4 times stronger than taped EPDM.

Exceptional puncture resistance allows a roofing system to withstand the typical abuse that occurs when non roofing tradespeople (HVAC, maintenance, etc) utilize the roof. TPO offers a superior puncture resistance when compared to both non-reinforced and reinforced EPDM of the same thickness.

TPO is dimensionally stable, while EPDM can shrink up to 2 percent after installation. Imagine your roof membrane shrinking 2 feet in a 100-foot run!

EASIER TO INSTALL – EPDM takes 12 steps to install, which means more room for error. TPO is installed in 3 easy steps. No only that but making repairs to an TPO roof is just as simple: just cut a patch and weld in place.

LOWER COST – TPO systems are less expensive than EPDM on an installed cost basis.

ENERGY-EFFICIENT CHOICE – TPO is the clear winner when it comes to energy efficiency. On a sunny Summer day, a black roof reaches much higher temps than a reflective white TPO roof, as much as 60 degrees F more!

This translates to less solar radiation into your facility thereby resulting in energy savings.

*Beware of energy ‘savings’ calculations for dark roofs in cold winter climates that often ignore:

– cloud cover or days with no sun
– hours of daylight
– snow cover
– the low angle of the sun

These factors significantly impact the energy savings calculations for a dark roof.

Some TPO brands can often be manufactured in virtually any colour to meet your specific design needs including ‘cool colours’ that are Energy Star qualified.

TPO systems have grown from just a tiny share of the single-ply roofing market to become, by the same accounts, the #1 preferred single-ply roofing product. Their flexibility for use in viritually any application has also made them the fastest growing single-ply roofing system.

Call us today for your Free 100 point commercial roof inspection and/ or no obligation quotation.

Ken Gascoigne is President of Empire Roofing Corporation, located at 4810 Walker Rd. Empire Roofing Corporation offers a full line of services including commercial, industrial, metal, and residential roofing as well as metal siding and composite panels.

Gascoigne and his team are in the process of developing a trades school where the curriculum is based on the roofing and metal trades. All new Empire hires receive a complete course in roofing and safety and are certified prior to the first day of employment. Empire also offers refreshment courses for trade veterans and gives new employees a hands-on approach to learning the ins and outs of the industry. Empire Roofing has introduced a full safety program that goes beyond any standards set by the construction industry. They are proud to be one of the first companies in Windsor-Essex to introduce and install Firestone TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin single-ply roofing).

In the last two years, Empire has expanded and supplied their shop and equipped their team with the means necessary to fabricate all of their metal products in-house. Empire provides their clients with the most competitive pricing in the industry and has helped turn projects over at a faster rate due to increased manpower which in turn created new jobs in the community.

Each year, Empire donates 5% of their annual profits to local charities such as Hospice, W.E. Care for Kids, Dragon Boats Races, Theatre Alive, and many local sports teams.

Flashings are a construction detail used to seal and protects joints in a building from water penetration. The joints created by the intersection of the roof and roof mounted structures and projections, such as parapets, hatches, skylights, chimneys, vent stacks, or towers, are among the most vulnerable areas of roofing systems.

They constantly expand and contract in response to changes in humidity and temperature.
The greater the number of such projections, the greater the potential for serious leaks.
In the Winter you have snow falling on the roof and sometimes melting and refreezing which puts a lot of stress on the roof and flashing systems. As well high winds on a flat roof can damage the flashings.

If you have a flat roof, you should not only get it inspected every few years but should have a regular maintenance program to avoid more costly repairs later on.

Maintenance programs start for as little as $66 a month for a 10,000 sq foot roof. See our link for programs and call for a roof inspection today, before more snow comes!

https://empireroofingcorporation.com/flat-roof-repairs-and-maintenance/

Call Nada on her direct line at (519) 946-3676 or the main switchboard at (519) 969-7101

IS YOUR ROOF READY FOR WINTER? Many companies don’t know. To find out if your roof is ready to handle the snow, ice and rain this season have a FREE no obligation 100 point roof inspection done by The #1 Firestone MASTER Contractor in Canada and a Firestone Inner Circle Member

Many people do not realize that Firestone (yes the tire company) is one of the largest roofing manufacturers in the WORLD. There are only 250 master contractors in the world, and only 8 in Canada.

Our client list includes: Lowe’s Ontario, Walmart, Mc Donald’s, Winners, Rexall, Shoppers, and Ford to name a few.

Master Contractors ONLY install roofs with 20-30 year warranties that cover EVERYTHING, unlike other roofers who may only give you a few years on material and nothing on workmanship. That means who you buy from and how it’s installed is KEY to making sure you are not throwing your money away.

Master Contractors are JUST as competitive in their quoting so why take a risk? Choose to use a company with a 25 year track record, a fleet of 35 vehicles and one of the best reputations in the business.

A full roof inspection and audit normally runs for about $1500. This is a fully subsidized, no obligation roof inspection.

The 100 point roof inspection includes the following, for example:
• Inspection of deck and walls.
• Interior and Exterior inspection.
• Metal Flashings.
• Cap and Counter flashing.
• Expansion joints.
• Roof Dividers.
• Rooftop Equipment such as HVAC exhaust fans etc
• Conduit and Pipe Flashings.
• Roof Surfaces for Deterioration and Cracking.
• Checking for ‘alligatoring’, buckering and blistering.
• Ballast Displacement and “Wind Scour”
• Inspect and clean roof drains

After the full inspection you will have a snapshot of the total roof and (building health). This is an excellent start to preventative maintenance which is key to saving money on roofing.

When you have a highly qualified and respected roofing company with no shortage of integrity do this you will at the very least understand what your position is. As we always tell our clients, “Be in a position to act, not react”.

How To Know If Your Roof Is In Trouble 10 Signs:

• Have you had a roof leak in the past years
• Are the roof leaks frequent?
• Have you carried regular maintenance program through the years?
• Does your ceiling or walls show any discoloration from water leaks?
• Roof drainage problems
• Over the last 5-10 years have your energy cost gradually increased?
• This may indicate a roofing material or insulation breakdown
• Do you see areas of stains from ponded water?
• Is roofing material pulling away from the penetrations or from the walls?
• Have you noticed any loose metal flashing on the exterior of the building?
• Is there a large and frequent amount of traffic on your roof.

Email: nada@empireroofing.ca and ask for your free roof inspection today.

Every year, Empire Roofing Corporation donates over one hundred thousand dollars to charity.  Here is a story of how we helped a client in need and also made a difference.

In this case, an unusual client called.  Glenn Campbell of Toronto had a residential property, with a commercial style roof in need of repair.

Because he was ‘residential’ the client could not find a quality, reputable commercial roofer to help him before finding Empire Roofing.

We took the job, serviced a client in need and requested that instead of paying us, he make a $2500 donation to The Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada.

Everyone wins in this situation especially the kids at Make a Wish.  What a great way to start the holiday giving season by helping a client in need and also making a wish come true for a child who might not have many wishes left.

Empire Roofing Corporation provides services and new roofs for clients from 1,000 to 1,000,000 sq feet and sometimes we also make wishes come true.

Andre from Empire Roofing presents the cheque.