The hottest colors this season are the ones that don’t fade, especially for visible roofs. The sun’s UV rays will likely fade color, especially on painted surfaces. However, there are methods to resist fade and select the right colors for different applications. Why Does Color Fade? Color fades over time due to photodegradation. Ultraviolet rays can break down chemical bonds and fade the color of an object. Color fade can happen in any climate and on any object, including clothing, tarps, and painted surfaces of a building.  Unfortunately, not all color fades the same. The same color ..read more

In several parts of the U.S., spring’s repeated cycle of freezing and thawing contributes to the wear and tear of facilities, especially the roof.  How Does Freeze-Thaw Affect a Roof? Temperature swings can freeze, thaw, and refreeze water on the roof multiple times. Water can find its way within the roof membrane and this water will expand as it freezes. This creates a bigger opening in the membrane and allows even more water in during the next thaw. This cycle repeats over and over again until the damage becomes apparent.  The roof membrane can become brittle and crack. Existing pe ..read more

When it comes to flat or low-slope roofs, there are several varieties of membranes out there. The roof type can be dictated by several factors including budget, building function, local codes, climate, and more. Let’s explore the common commercial roof types used on facilities across the United States. Built-Up Roof Systems Built-up Roofs often referred to as BUR systems, are one of the oldest flat roof types. They are comprised of multiple layers of protection and have a typical life expectancy of 15 to 30 years. Pros of BUR: Extremely durable Minimal maintenance required Cons of BUR: Co ..read more

This time of year has many of us resolving to be healthier and take better care of ourselves. But it can also be a time to take stock of our facilities and the key areas that affect performance and budget, especially the roof. Commercial Roof Stats Whether you’re new to the facility or you just need a refresher, gather the necessary information you need to know about your roof. What type of roof system is it? How old is it? Are there multiple systems or layers installed? Is it still under warranty and what are those warranty terms and conditions? Where and what type of access is there to the ..read more

 With employees and customers across the country, Simon Roofing understands the value of streamlined communications. Our ease of doing business makes it quick and efficient for our customers to request service, view reports and more. Collaborative Customer Service Simon Roofing’s state-of-the-art customer relationship management technology enables us to have one source for our customers’ preferences, service requests, condition reports and more. Customer Account Profiles (CAPs). These profiles contain key information about customer facilities, points of contact, budget restrictions, spec ..read more

As a family-owned business, our name means a lot. And we don’t trust our name with just anyone. You can rest assured that when you hire Simon Roofing, you’re getting trained Simon Roofing technicians – not a sub-contractor who happened to be available that day. Employing our own workforce means we have complete control over the safety, security and training of the people we put on our customers’ roofs. Safety. All Simon employees take mandatory safety courses throughout their careers – not just during orientation. Safety is a core value at Simon Roofing and is prevalent in nearly ever communi ..read more

As a family-owned business, our name means a lot. And we don’t trust our name with just anyone. You can rest assured that when you hire Simon Roofing, you’re getting trained Simon Roofing technicians – not a sub-contractor who happened to be available that day. Employing our own workforce means we have complete control over the safety, security and training of the people we put on our customers’ roofs. Safety. All Simon employees take mandatory safety courses throughout their careers – not just during orientation. Safety is a core value at Simon Roofing and is prevalent in nearly ever communi ..read more

Simon Roofing manufactures the roof materials it uses. That means we have complete control of the supply chain to deliver the best possible solution for our customers’ roofs – whether that be a simple repair, a restoration or even a complete replacement.  Our products are made in our ISO-certified Simon Products plant and are furnished directly to our clients, which helps to reduce loading time and onsite labor. Repair Materials  We have developed specialized repair materials that are engineered to repair aging roofs. These materials are designed to provide the highest possible adhes ..read more

Simon Roofing has been a family-owned and operated business for more than 120 years. Throughout that time, our company has constantly evolved in looking for innovative ways of offering our customers the very best possible products and service. Over the next several months, we’ll offer a series of blogs that take a deep dive into The Simon Roofing Difference.  Simon Roofing utilizes cutting-edge tablet technology to document safety measures and job performance, as well as improve safety, accuracy, and efficiency on all service calls. Safety Technicians follow a workflow built into our pro ..read more

Simon Roofing has been a family-owned and operated business for more than 120 years. Throughout that time, our company has constantly evolved in looking for innovative ways of offering our customers the very best possible products and service. Over the next several months, we’ll offer a series of blogs that take a deep dive into The Simon Roofing Difference.  Simon Roofing utilizes cutting-edge tablet technology to document safety measures and job performance, as well as improve safety, accuracy, and efficiency on all service calls. Safety   Technicians follow a workflow built into ..read more