Commercial Roofing Blog
116+ expert articles on commercial roof coatings, restoration, energy efficiency, and Conklin roofing systems.
Case Study: Restoring an 18-Year-Old EPDM Store Roof
A leaking 13,400 sq. ft. EPDM roof on a hardware store near Durango, CO was restored instead of torn off, while the store stayed open. Here is what was checked and done.
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Roof Asset Management: Plan Roof Work Before It’s Urgent
Manage more than one roof? Build a simple roof inventory, rate each section, and turn inspection findings into a repair, restoration, or replacement schedule.
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Commercial Roof Closeout: An Owner’s Handover Checklist
Roofing work finished? Know which records, open-item details, warranty documents, and contacts to request before handing the roof to your facility team.
Read more: Commercial Roof Closeout: An Owner’s Handover ChecklistCommercial Roof Restoration vs. Replacement: How to Decide
Should you restore your commercial roof or replace it? If the deck is solid and most insulation is dry, restoration is usually the better value. Here is how to tell.
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Conklin Roofing vs Spray Foam Roof: 7 Costly Problems to Avoid
Conklin Roofing vs Spray Foam Roof: What's the Difference for My Building? You're asking: What's the difference between Conklin roofing and spray foam roof systems? The main difference is what's under
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Conklin Roofing vs PVC Roof: 7 Costly Problems to Avoid
Conklin Roofing vs. PVC Roof: What's the Difference for Your Building? You're asking about Conklin roofing versus a PVC roof because you're trying to figure out the best way to protect your building.
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Conklin Roofing vs Metal Roof: 7 Key Differences That Impact Cost
Conklin Roofing vs. Metal Roofs: What to Know You're asking about Conklin roofing versus metal roofs, probably because you need to make a smart decision about your commercial building's roof. You want
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Conklin Roofing vs Modified Bitumen: 7 Costly Differences You Need to Know
Conklin Roofing vs Modified Bitumen: What You Need To Know Are you comparing Conklin Roofing vs Modified Bitumen for your commercial building? You’re likely trying to figure out the best way to
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White Roof Coating Energy Savings for Commercial Buildings
White Roof Coating Energy Savings for Commercial Buildings Does a white roof coating really save energy for commercial buildings? Yes, it does. White roof coatings reflect sunlight and heat away from
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Conklin Seamless Roofing vs EPDM: Stop Commercial Roof Leaks
Conklin Seamless Roofing vs EPDM: Stop Commercial Roof Leaks What's the difference between Conklin seamless roofing and EPDM for stopping commercial roof leaks? Conklin seamless roofing systems preven
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How Much Does a Commercial Roof Cost in 2026? (And How to Avoid Overpaying)
Commercial Roof Cost: What Building Owners Need to Know How Much Does a Commercial Roof Cost in 2026? The cost of a commercial roof varies a lot, depending on its condition and what kind of work needs
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Why Summer Heat Is the Most Expensive Season for Black Commercial Roofs
How Summer Heat Affects Commercial Roofs Why does summer heat cost so much for commercial roofs? Summer heat hits your commercial roof hard, costing you more in energy bills, HVAC wear, and roof repai
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Industry Sources
- National Roofing Contractors Association(opens in a new tab)
Commercial roofing standards and guidance.
- Cool Roof Rating Council. Building Owner Resources(opens in a new tab)
How reflective roof surfaces lower cooling load.
- U.S. EPA. Using Cool Roofs to Reduce Heat Islands(opens in a new tab)
Measured surface-temperature and energy impacts.