‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’ is the title of a 1960’s fantasy novel by Ray Bradbury. It also may well be a prediction of the upcoming storm season this summer according to many of the leading national weather services and meteorologists. The currently strong El Nino weather pattern, in combination with climate change, is predicted to provoke dangerous weather events throughout North America that are more intense and frequent. Dangerous summer storms producing tornadoes in the Midwest and Southeast, extreme heat and drought in the West and an amped-up hurricane season along the Atlantic coast are all major concerns for this Summer and into early Fall.
North America has a wide range of climates and weather patterns, including cold and stormy winters in the North and scorching heat in the South. It also has a wide variety of landscapes, from rainforests to deserts. This diversity poses unique challenges for commercial facilities when it comes to roofing. Let's explore the region-specific commercial roofing challenges in North America and discuss how you can address these issues to ensure the longevity and performance of your roof.
As winter approaches, commercial property owners face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining their roofs. Harsh weather conditions, snow accumulation, ice dams and the impact of leaf buildup can all take a toll on your roof's performance. In this article, we will explore essential winter roof maintenance tips to help ensure your commercial roof stands up to the season's demands.
As scorching temperatures persist across the nation, ensuring the safety of individuals working on rooftops or in outdoor settings for extended periods is important. Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics sheds light on a disconcerting reality: around 40 workers lose their lives annually due to heat-related incidents*. Many of these unfortunate occurrences transpire within outdoor professions like construction, farming and package delivery. The danger is palpable and the stakes couldn't be higher.
A bad storm with high winds can happen anywhere in North America. It takes just one event to seriously damage a commercial roof. Let's talk about wind uplift and how it affects your facility's roof.
The 2022 hurricane season is lurking around the corner. Preparing your facility to face anything Mother Nature throws at it is vital, particularly considering massive material shortages and backlogs plaguing the construction and roofing industries.
Spring is officially here and the changing temperatures will bring new weather patterns to most areas of North America. With spring storms ahead and a possible early start of the Atlantic hurricane season1, let's get your roofs prepared for anything and everything Mother Nature has in store.