Searching for a Flat Roofing Company in Calgary SW is not different than looking for any other trade companies involved in the construction business. You want to find people or companies that are going to provide you with excellent service, excellent materials, quality workmanship at reasonable prices. The Dale Enterprises Group is one of those companies that you can depend on for a quality job at competitive prices in the Calgary area. Whether you are a consumer or the business owner of a commercial building, Dale Enterprises Group will provide a new flat roof, repair your roof or replace a roof with the latest in flat roofing technology. They specialize in applying two-ply SBS(Sequenced Butadiene Styrene) roofing systems, also known as Torch-on roofing. This type of technology is one of the most popular roofing technologies in use today for flat roofs and low sloping roofs.
The torch on roof product is a long roll with a base made from polyester or fiberglass which is covered with a rubber modified asphalt material. Installation involves welding these rolls to the roof and to each other using a torch system to heat the rubber and cause it to adhere to the roof and to the other rolls providing a water tight seal.
We all look for contractors using a number of tools. Some people will only use someone that has been referred to them, while some other people might base their decision on the price alone and whether they get a good feeling about the person representing the company.
How Should You Search for a Flat Roofing Company in Calgary SW
There are numerous ways to look for a company that offers flat roof services. The internet is the most obvious one today along with word of mouth, however when you find a several companies, how should you evaluate them? Whether you are a consumer or a business person, you will want to consider these questions and look for factual answers as much as possible to help in your evaluation. The following is a short list of the type of questions you may want to consider:
- How long have they been in business?
- Are they registered with the better business bureau?
- What is their reputation?
- Can they provide references? Both recent and longer term customers.
- What materials do they use?
- What is the track record for these materials? Long lasting, durable?
- Do they guarantee their estimates ?
- Do they warranty their work and the materials?
- Are they price competitive? ( compare the same materials, labor, warranty)
- Do they provide repair services for out of warranty projects?
If you take each flat roof company through this type of analysis, chances are you will select the best company for your job at a competitive price. The trick is to complete a fair comparison and make sure that you are really comparing the same flat roof solutions.
Maintaining Your Flat Roof
If you are new to flat roof technology, there are some do’s and don’ts associated with a flat roof and there are maintenance requirements just like any roof that you may consider. If you currently have a flat roof and were just browsing this site, take a minute to review some of these suggestions regarding maintaining your roof and your buildings foundation. Anytime water and moisture is not properly removed from any roof or foundation, leaks and deterioration can occur over time. Here are several to consider:
- There should be a slight slope or camber to the roof to ensure that water will run off the roof and not accumulate on the roof
- Gutter systems are typically used to channel the water away from the roof and the side of the building and the foundation to avoid leaks in these systems
- Gutters need to be kept clear of debris such as leaves which could block them and leave standing water on the roof
- Always ensure that water from the gutter system is channeled well away from your buildings foundation to avoid leaks and damage to your foundation
- Gravel is sometimes used to protect the tar from the sun , UV rays, and the weather.
- The gravel covering should be maintained to ensure long term longevity of the roof
- Keep human traffic off flat roofs and / or protect the roof from human traffic by installing walkways if access is needed to air conditioning or air moving systems that are on the roof
A properly maintained and protected flat roof can last 10, 20 or even 30 years. However many companies and consumers tend to avoid doing any kind of maintenance on their roof until they notice a leak or some other problem. In many situations, repairs can be made, however it really depends on the extent of how well maintained the roof is. Dale Enterprise Group can inspect your roof and provide a recommendation regarding your current roof and what may or may not be needed to repair or replace your current roof.
Why not give the Dale team a call today or ask for an estimate / quote for your flat roof work. You can also text them with a request of even chat online to have your questions answered. They will be happy to come to your home or business location and gather the information needed to prepare a quote for you.