Commercial roofing blog
Stories and advice from Sentry’s commercial roofing experts.
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5430 Buford Hwy
Norcross, GA 30071
(678) 301-5555
Norcross, GA 30071
(678) 301-5555
Stories and advice from Sentry’s commercial roofing experts.
Re-Roofing Services: Four Reasons to Think About Your Commercial Roof as an Investment
by Bill LomelOver time, a roofing system reaches the end of its life — there’s no getting around it. To protect your property for the long term, you’ll want to make choices about re-roofing services that will ensure performance and dependability. Don’t assume that having a roofer come out to replace it will solve every roofing system […]
4 Things That Can Void Your Roof Warranty
by Sentry Customer Care TeamYour commercial roof warranty is a financial asset. If something goes wrong with your roof, it’s probably better to have someone else pay for it! That’s why you have the warranty. Like any other contract, your warranty has terms and you have obligations under those terms. Sometimes you can inadvertently void parts of your warranty. […]
Can You Name This Building? (We roofed it!) Hint: It’s LEED-certified and near downtown Atlanta.
by Sentry Customer Care TeamSometimes you get to work on a building that is constructed from the ground up with the environment in mind — these are often our favorite buildings to work on. Buildings that are LEED certified have met a combination of certain standards, earning points for things like energy efficient designs, constructing with materials that emit fewer […]
60-second Case Study: Tape, Tape and More Tape
by Bill LomelWhen a client in Atlanta asked us how we ensure that a green roof installation is flawless, we explained it like this: Let’s say you’re shipping a box and put a piece of tape over the lap, or the place where the two pieces of cardboard come together. If you want to be extra sure […]
60-second Case Study: Trifecta of Solutions Save a Neglected Roof
by Bill LomelA property manager called us about a business park with aging roofs that had been added to her list of responsibilities. Unfortunately, the previous owner had been using roofing contractors who didn’t follow good practices — the roofing systems were in bad shape. There were three major problems. First, the flashing on an expansion joint […]
Green Roof Systems: Are They Right for Your Company?
by Sentry Customer Care TeamThe amount of studies, articles, and facts written about green roofs have increased drastically over the last few years, but many business owners still are not fully understanding the benefits they can gain from having a green roof. Hotels, lofts, and hospitals are the newest front runners to introduce green roofs to their buildings. These […]
Product Spotlight: Daylighting Systems
by Sentry Customer Care TeamThe best source of light is natural light. Though passive skylights have been in use for decades, they have been known for leaks, uneven distribution of sunlight – causing hot spots and unpredictable lighting, and not covered by roof warranties. Active daylighting systems are the new generation of skylights. Daylight skylights are designed to be […]
We’re Hiring!
by Sentry Customer Care TeamHiring for Roof and Repair Technicians Sentry Roof Services, LLC is now hiring Roofing and Repair Technicians. We offer an opportunity to learn a highly skilled trade that involves inspection, documentation, investigation, and replacing faulty roof components. A strong desire to learn and grow is important. Training will be performed by a senior technician in […]
Summer Storm Watch
by Sentry Customer Care TeamWith the spring season in full bloom and summer fast approaching, it is time to consider what the summer storms may bring for your roof. The roof of your building is taking all of the abuse from Mother Nature and needs professional maintenance to prolong the life and minimize expenses. It is important to inspect your […]
Is Your Roofing Contractor a Fire Hazard?
by Sentry Customer Care TeamThere are still roofers using open flames or “torches” to make repairs. Technological and method advancements including improvements in adhesives and the development of “hot air welded” systems have made the torch obsolete, dangerous, and totally unnecessary today. Some of you may have read about the tragic loss of an Atlanta family’s historic 1926 Buckhead […]
Spring Has Sprung
by Sentry Customer Care TeamHappy first day of Spring 2014! Along with the yellow pollen that Georgians know so well, Spring brings warmer weather, blooming trees, and time for spring cleaning. Though many of you may think of spring cleaning as in cleaning out your home, A/C units and vents, and yard, but it also means that businesses need […]
Top Features & Benefits of TPO and PVC Roof Systems
by Sentry Customer Care TeamWith over 30 years experience in the roofing industry, Sentry Roof Services has compiled their knowledge of the major roof systems. We will be featuring the top 5 benefits and features of various roof systems in the multi-part series in 2014. We hope to share this valuable information to inform our customers and assist with […]