Many large commercial buildings around the country are installing solar roof panels to reduce the reliance on traditional energy sources. While national efforts are beginning to pick up speed, many other countries are taking the green roofing industry by storm. A new law proposed in the Philippines is calling for a massive installation of solar […]
The Singapore Sports Hub in Kallang will soon be getting the worlds’ largest dome roof over the new National Stadium. The 310m dome will cover the whole 55,000 seat capacity stadium plus the multi-purpose field. Spending $1.33 billion, the steel roof can be open or closed within 25 minutes. The 20,000sqm retractable roof will surpass […]
In Calgary Canada Canterbury Roofing Ltd. received a fine of $15,000 after being convicted of creating an unsafe condition under the Safety Codes Act of Alberta. While working at the long term care facility Clifton Manor on April 13, 2011, the roofing company placed heavy pallets on the roof causing it to cave in. No […]
Many people are injured each year due to roof debris, roof collapse and even fires starting among roof materials. Roof contractors are especially vulnerable to rooftop dangers, as they are on the front lines of risk when it comes to roof repair and replacement. Homeowners and roofers should both be vigilant when it comes to […]
Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge is getting amethyst colored glass in the Great Dome oculus (round opening at the top of the dome). Construction has begun removing the old 26 foot frame oculus and will replace it with a new stainless steel frame. A crane is being used to remove the heavy roof materials […]
When looking for a local roofer to repair or replace your roof, there are tons to choose from. However, not all roofers carry the same level of experience and professionalism. In order to find one of the best, there are a few must-haves: References and Insurance Many people fail to check up on businesses they […]
In Duluth Minnesota volunteers put on a new roof on the Farmers Market on 14th Avenue. Through the years they raised $6,000, enough for the roofing materials but not enough for the contractors. So the Farmers Market Board Member’s decided to roof it themselves with some help from the community. 101 year Old Farmers Market […]
The Bredbo Inn Hotel in New South Wales had their roof ripped off from high winds at about 5am Friday morning. Winds gusts up to 90km/h hit south of Canberra during the storm. Bedbo Inn manager Mary Bligh and her partner Allan Michael where the only ones there when the roof and power lines came […]
For homeowners, the roof serves to protect their home and keep the family safe from the elements. Rarely, does a homeowner give two thoughts to the roof until a problem arises. The problem with this is that roof damage can quickly spiral into bigger problems. The best approach to roof maintenance is a proactive one; […]
Tennessee Farmers Mutual Insurance Company, Tennessee’s second largest home insurer said it will no longer pay 100% of the cost for roofing materials and replacement shingles. The company will instead be paying the actual cost value, or replacement cost less the depreciation. Tennessee Farmers Mutual Ins. Co., better known as Farm Bureau spokesman Dan Batey […]
