Understanding Roof Systems

Roof consultants have specialized knowledge and experience which most building owners, property managers, insurance adjusters, engineers and architects do not possess. In fact, when it comes to large roofing projects, many firms hire roofing consultants to ensure the roofs are designed and installed properly.

Today's commercial systems offer countless variations in quality, design and applications. These include hundreds of manufacturers, thousands of products and accessories.

• How do you know if a roof should be replaced or simply repaired?
• Can the same roofing material be used on an office building and a manufacturing plant?
• Should you consider a retrofit with a single-ply or modified bitumen?
• Is the installation done correctly and according to building code?
• Is the roof easily repaired and maintained?

A good design can have a big impact on the long-term performance of the roofing system, as does the installation and application of the product.

Choosing A Contractor

Competitive bidding makes good business sense. That is, if all contractors are bidding the same scope of work, quality of products and warranties.

• Are you getting apples to apples bidding?
• Do you always take the lowest bid?

The contractor is basically trying to sell you his labor. All contractors have overhead and profit margins to consider. Some carry insurance and workers compensation. Some dont.

• Do you know who is bidding apples and who is bidding oranges?
• Who is bidding lemons?

Once the roof is completed, the consultant will inspect the roof, take any corrective measures necessary before approving the work. This ensures the client gets the life expectancy he is counting on.

Code Compliance

With new codes and government requirements, a roofing project is a major concern for owners and property managers. New insulation requirements require a roof replacement project to comply with new R-values.

• Who will pay for the added insulation if the contractor does not put it in his original bid?
• Can you afford to be in violation of the existing laws?

LRW has more than 35 years of expertise with commercial roofs. Call or email us today for guidance on your next roofing project.

Quality Control

LRW employees are trained to the highest possible standards. Experienced senior employees have a minimum of 10 years experience in the roofing industry. All qualified senior inspectors maintain OSHA and ICC compliance.

Quality control inspectors take photographs and document details upon project completion. Detailed reports are filed with the owner and facility manager noting the quality standards require in an LRW inspection. LRW maintains a $5,000,000 insurance umbrella and a $2,000,000 Errors & Omissions insurance.