Marton Roofing Industries, Ltd. News and Tips

Lightweight Concrete's Use in Re-Roofing

2011-12-15T11:48:00.000-08:00

The most common problem found on existing roofs is the lack of a positive slope. This, of course, leads to ponding, and eventually, leaks. While some building owners simply tear off the old roof and start the process all over again, MRI is seeing more and more of our customers and engineers opt for installing a lightweight insulating concrete system. Unlike a tapered or rigid board system, which can be impossible to predict, a concrete system creates a lasting and solid positive slope to drain by correcting the substrate's irregularities. NO MORE PONDING ... EVER. A concrete system is virtually impervious to moisture degradation. And in some cases, the lightweight concrete can be applied directly on top of the existing roof, eliminating a costly and disruptive tear-off that goes straight to a landfill. A lightweight concrete system could be the last insulating system you have to buy for your building. To learn more, click here.

Infrared Roof Scans Expose Hidden Moisture

2011-10-11T11:30:00.000-07:00

Property managers and building owners are saving millions of dollars every year with infrared testing of their low-slope roofs. Professional infrared roof inspections can substantially reduce your roof repair and replacement costs by highlighting problem areas for more efficient and effective repair, thus creating huge money saving solutions. Trained thermographers use state-of-the-art cameras to capture the "thermal signature" of the roof's nighttime heat loss. The infrared image exposes the extent of moisture damage and wet insulation within the roof. Inspection teams precisely mark out the damaged areas on the roof surface, so you can save tens, even hundreds of thousands of dollars in unnecessary repairs or replacement. Infrared roof scans can also be a big help in locating the source of inconspicuous roof leaks. Infrared thermography is a proven scientific method for evaluating roofing condition. Professional infrared roof inspections provide the in-depth, unbiased information that owners and facilities managers need to improve their roof system, the most critical and expensive asset of most buildings. To learn more or to schedule an inspection by Marton Roofing Industries, contact chris@mritexas.com.

Roof Coatings Save Big on Money, Big on Energy

2011-09-01T14:24:00.000-07:00

Over the past two years, Marton Roofing Industries, Ltd. has seen an enormous increase in the amount of coatings we apply to existing roofs. And given the economy, it's no wonder why. Coatings can not only save your current roof from having to be replaced, they also help our customers save big on energy and achieve their LEED, energy consumption, and COOL ROOF goals. To learn more about how coatings can help you save money and extend the life of your commercial roof ... CLICK HERE.

Restoring your roofing system with an elastomeric coating is one of the smartest decisions a property manager, building owner, or facility engineer can make. Roof coatings have been shown to lower energy consumption by up to 40%, and while saving on electricity is one of the major benefits of coatings, these products do so much more than just save energy. They save roofs. Restoration in the form of coatings can extend the service life of your current roof and create an easy to maintain and sustainable roofing system. Here are a few of the key benefits to using elastomeric coatings:

- Short Term Cost Savings: When you add a coating to an existing roof, you can increase the life cycle by up to 15 years and avoid costly tear-offs and roofing replacement. With proper maintenance, your roof can last for many years to come.

- Long Term Cost Savings: In addition to the long term energy savings a coating can provide, coatings are also cheaper to maintain and will decrease your annual maintenance and HVAC repair costs.

- Tax Savings: Because restorations are considered “maintenance” items by the IRS, you can write-off the entire cost of your roof restoration the year it is installed. Not to mention the additional incentives offered by the government or city for energy saving improvements.

- LEED Points: Most coatings utilized by Marton Roofing Industries, Ltd. are manufactured to meet Energy Star requirements and will help you achieve your USGBC LEED goals. Also, by avoiding the disposal created by a tear-off, you minimize the impact to the environment, and create a sustainable, “green” roofing system for years to come.

- Ease of Installation: With proper preparation, roof coatings are quicker and easier to install than a re-roof, and allow our property owners little or no disruption, noise, or odors during installation. It’s “business as usual”.

Roof restoration through coatings, when applied by a certified installer such as Marton Roofing Industries, Ltd. can guarantee reduced operating and capital costs, a longer and leak free roofing cycle, and even a 20-year “NDL” warranty. For more information or to schedule a coatings survey for your building, contact MRI at chris@mritexas.com.