Sunley Roofing, Inc.

Have you been thinking that you might handle your roofing repairs on your own in order to save money? Remember, your chances for injury are higher on a roof than anywhere else in your home, so you may not end up saving as much money as you think.

Did you know that metal roofs save homeowners 25 percent or more on energy costs annually? In fact metal roofs are so energy cost effective that a recent study found that homeowners can save up to 40 percent in home cooling costs and 10 to 15 percent in home heating costs per year.

School districts are always looking for ways to cut costs, and Solatube systems might be just the answer. Inexpensive and easy to install, they can completely eliminate the need to use lights during daylight hours, effectively cutting these costs by more than eighty percent.

Roofs are constructed with a single waterproof layer or a water resistant superstructure and a waterproof underlayment. There are many different roofing materials on the market to meet the needs of commercial and industrial clients.

Roofs made from slate lasted for generations, worked well under ice and snow, and were beautiful. It was much heavier than other roofing materials and so the frame and roof support structure had to be strengthened. Today it is rarely used because of its cost and weight, but synthetic slate is becoming more popular.

Most low-slope commercial roof membranes have three principal components. These are weatherproofing layers, reinforcement (to add strength, puncture resistance, and dimensional stability), and surfacing (or a protective layer).

Studies have demonstrated that people who work in an office environment with no exposure to natural light have reduced productivity overall. Solatube systems make a great addition to offices, as they connect people with the natural environment outside and help workers be more focused and less fatigued.

Modular metal roofing is one of the most advanced and popular roofing solutions on the market today. They are available in a choice of metals, can be stamped to replicate a number of looks, and come with Class A or B fire ratings.

Shingles are typically produced in either a single layer or two or more layers. The multiple layer shingles are usually called laminated strip shingles or architectural shingles, and typically have a three-dimensional appearance.

The underlayment is an important part of the roofing structure, as it provides protection for the sheathing against any moisture. Roofing contractors usually use a heavy felt paper or a synthetic composite material.

Q: What are soffits? A: These are the areas underneath the balconies, the eaves, or the arches in your home or commercial buildings. You’ll want to keep an eye on them in case they need maintaining.

A tubular day-lighting device as small as 10” in diameter will provide light for up to a 150 square foot residential area. Of course for commercial purposes, acceptable illuminated areas will greatly vary due to ceiling heights and space issues, and the light output will also vary depending on the intensity of the sun.