Let’s consider the notion of commercial metal roofing. The most apparent difference between commercial and residential roofing projects is that the first one has a larger scope and difficulty. In this article we will discover why metal roof systems work good on commercial industrial properties.
The safety and long life of any industrial building is directly related to the quality of the roof device. The roofing materials applied for industrial buildings in our area must comply with all building codes of southern Ontario, as well as withstand internal and external loads. For the construction of an industrial facility, contractors use durable custom metal material which can ensure the strength and stability of the entire building for 50 years or longer.
Types of Commercial roofs
The roofs of industrial buildings can be with or without attic. Flat roofs usually do not have attics; it is installed with a slight slope for easy drainage. Roofs of the attic type are made in the form of a pitched structure with an inclined pitch from 4/12.
For the installations roofing experts use special coatings with interlayers or channels that allow air to move freely. When air passes through the inside layer, the moisture evaporates. Such high-quality material demonstrates efficiency in different levels of moisture and temperature conditions of a large building.
The pitched and flat metal roofs
The pitched type of roof is considered the most common not only in the industrial complex, but also in low-height construction.
The main advantages of the pitched metal roof of an industrial building are the following:
Flat roofs are typically seen on large storage facilities, fuel and energy complexes, in medical or educational institutions. The functional advantages of this design include the ability to use all the free space of its surface. As a rule, generators, ventilation systems and air conditioning systems can be placed on the roof surface
Among the advantages of a flat roof we can mention:
When choosing the type of roof of an industrial building, it is necessary to take into account the architectural features of the future structure, its geographical location and its direct purpose. The metal roofing service or roof replacement should be carried out by certified roof experts, as mistakes can lead to personal injuries and damage to the commercial metal roof of the industrial property.
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