Replacing your commercial roof doesn’t just protect your building—it may also offer significant tax savings.Under Section 179, qualifying roofing improvements on existing commercial properties may be fully deducted in the same year they’re completed, rather than...
There is no fool proof method for selecting a professional roof contractor, but there are a number of things you can do to help you make the best decision possible when evaluating contractors: Check for a permanent place of business, telephone number, tax I.D....
These are some common roofing terms used by professionals: Building paperHeavy-duty paper used in walls or roofs to prevent dampness CorniceHorizontal projection under the roof’s overhang DormerThe projecting frame of a recess in a sloping roof EavesThe part of the...
By State Fire Marshal J. William DegnanNH State Fire Marshal’s Office The weight of snow varies from one area of the state to another. The light fluffy snow may only weigh about seven pounds per cubic foot while more average snow may weigh 15 to 20 pounds per cubic...
In addition to repairs, our Service crews are often called upon to complete small detailed re-roofing projects such as this one. The project included the use of fully adhered felt back Sarnafil PVC membrane. The flexibility of a heat welded system and attention to...
This Service project consisted of removal and replacement of shingles and deteriorated sheathing in one area of an existing roof while leaving the remainder intact. The asphalt shingle work was carefully removed, rotten sheathing replaced and PVC membrane cricket...
Providing a quality day lighting solution for the client, Melanson Service recently installed two additional skylights in this busy retail environment. The skylight curbs were pre-flashed off site to maximize the efficiency of this installation completed during store...
Sarnafil produced this Project Profile after we completed the Zorn Dining Commons roof at Keene State College. It’s a great example of team work with a number of parties that helped create an attractive and functional building. To download the PDF version of the...
The Melanson Company has been performing work at this school since 1981. The initial work involved re-roofing the major flat-roofed buildings with stone ballasted EPDM rubber roofs. This larger work then led on to smaller projects such as slate and copper repair on a...
The Tuck Living and Learning Complex at Dartmouth College, designed by Goody Clancy Architects and built by Engelberth Construction during 2007 – 2008 was a unique structure that required comprehensive commercial roofing services and architectural sheet metal work. As...