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Now that you’ve chosen your material, you need to choose a roofing contractor that specializes in that system. An experienced commercial roofing contractor often makes all difference. On one hand, you have an effective installation of a high-quality flat roofing system. On the other, you have a flat roof that requires persistent repairs or has […]

The future is bright for commercial flat roofing systems. That’s the good news. The bad news is that many commercial (and even residential) flat roofing contractors are still installing outdated technologies, as we discussed last week. At Van Martin, we are doing our part to raise awareness about the superior options available, and we’re gaining […]

Let’s face it, having your roof shingled is a major investment and you want to be sure that the roof is going to last. Ohio is not known for gentle, year-round temperatures. In fact, the weather can go from immense heat to a blizzard in a matter of days or weeks. You’ve done your homework […]

There’s nothing like spending less to keep your home at a comfortable temperature no matter how terrible the weather outside is. And now, it should be clear from reading parts one and two in the series that insulation plays a big role in this. But exactly how much do you need? Too little, and you […]

The term “Ice Dam” might evoke images of a serene landscape in the snow, but ice dams can be treacherous on your Dayton roof. As we learned in the first article in this series, improper insulation can lead to high energy consumption, but it can also cause havoc on your home. An ice dam could […]

Happy New Year to all of our friends from the Van Martin team! Like you, we have been braving the Dayton weather in the past weeks. No matter how cold it gets, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service. For the second year in a row, we have earned Angie’s List 2013 Super Service Award, […]

There is a common misconception among many home-improvement contractors, residential builders, architects and building owners that flat roofs equal problems (See Series 1 for More). When planned and constructed correctly the reality is that a flat roof is easier to build and can cost less than a conventional pitched or sloped roof. For large size […]

As we continue broadening our horizons in the world of roofing, we turn to flat roofs. Roofs with little-to-no pitch (slope) are commonplace among commercial buildings, but are also present in some residential buildings. First up in our series, we examine the major potential problems associated with flat roofs. Poor Water Flow Architecturally speaking, there […]