Whether your roofing system has reached the end of its service life, sustained damage from a bad storm, or has ponding water that lasts for days after rain, you know that commercial roof replacement or repair is inevitable. As you search for a commercial roofing contractor that works on flat, low-slope, or specialty roofing materials, you may wonder what you need to look for in a roofing estimate and how the whole process works.

Today’s blog post will help you learn more about what to expect from roofing companies who offer you estimates, so you can have the peace of mind you deserve that you are selecting the right contractor for the job. After all, a roof protects your business from the elements and helps with your building’s energy efficiency. You want to ensure that you understand every component of the roofing job, starting with the estimate.

We’ve helped businesses like yours for over 60 years at Heidler Roofing. We know what it takes to repair, restore, or replace your commercial or specialty roof and have the skilled craftsman to do it. You can count on us for reliable and reasonable roofing estimates for your business. Get started today by scheduling your roof replacement or repair estimate.

If your current commercial roof is leaking, or you’re constructing a new building and wondering about the best type of roof for you, you’ve come to the right place! Commercial roofs come in many forms, each built according to the building’s needs and the owner’s budget. Your commercial property’s roof plays an integral role in the overall health of the building and the roof’s longevity.

For over 60 years, Heidler Roofing has helped building owners just like you in the mid-Atlantic region install, repair, and maintain their commercial roofing materials. We understand the importance of a quality roof over your place of business that protects you from things like mold, leaks, and lost energy. We’ll help you determine the best commercial roofing system for your business and budget, allowing you to enjoy years of protection.

If you own or manage a commercial building – a retail outlet, restaurant, distribution center/warehouse, or even a light manufacturing facility – you are also responsible for a commercial roofing system. This important structure may not always be top of mind, however.

When commercial roofs are performing as they should and protecting your business from extreme weather and the elements, they don’t typically command much attention from a building’s occupants, but unfortunately, your roof could have problems you don’t know about. Preventative maintenance (including regular, thorough inspections) is the answer to keeping your commercial roof from becoming a major frustration for your business operations.

Here at Heidler Roofing, we’re dedicated to installing the best commercial roofing systems, as well as keeping all types of commercial roofs protected over time so your business can thrive. We’re the most capable professional roofing contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region, and we want you to think of our name whenever you think of your flat or low-sloped commercial roof, whether your building is located in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, or Washington, D.C.

For that reason, we’re starting a new post series here on the blog to show you everything you need to know about commercial roofing, from what types of roofing systems are best to how you can begin a career in the industry yourself. We invite you to stop back often to browse our newest post chapters as we roll them out in the coming months.

To begin, we’re diving into a few frequently asked questions about commercial roofing.

Have questions about the energy efficiency of various commercial roofing options? Or wondering whether there are eco-friendly choices available to improve your building’s roof? You’re certainly not alone!

Here at Heidler Roofing, our customers seek our expertise on ways to cut regular business costs by installing better-performing and “greener” roof materials on both new and existing commercial and industrial buildings. There are many ways to create a roof that works for your building (especially if it has a flat or low-sloped roof) – and the environment – instead of against it.

Let’s answer some of the questions we’re asked most often about efficiency performance and eco-friendliness of various materials and systems. Continue reading →

It’s true that the commercial roofing industry uses a lot of technical terminology that our customers probably are not familiar with. And we never want you to feel confused by specific terms we may mention as we give inspection reports or talk with you about problems on your commercial building’s roof.

That’s why we’re taking this opportunity to define 24 terms that we often use, but also commonly receive questions about here at Heidler Roofing.

Many have to do with various roofing materials. Some are simply abbreviations we use or words you’ve heard before, but that have different meanings in our industry lingo. Let’s take a closer look. Continue reading →