So far, the winter of 2023/2024 has followed a well-established pattern of extreme weather events that have become the norm during the past decades. Hurricane-force winds and powerful waves have eroded beaches on both coasts, and torrential rains are flooding… Read More
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Black EPDM roofing is still a great support for solar arrays
High above the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, the W.M. Keck Observatory sits on the upper slopes of the inactive volcano Mauna Kea. The observatory is home to two telescopes designed “to observe the universe with unprecedented power and precision.” The location… Read More
A New Approach to Codes for Low-Slope Commercial Roof Systems
AFTER HURRICANE IAN devastated parts of Florida in 2022, almost before the winds had subsided and the floodwaters receded, the predictable discussion of building codes began. Most of the conversation centered on why the devastation was so widespread, especially after… Read More
Does the Color of Your Commercial Roof Really Matter?
For many years, architects, engineers and contractors believed that a roof’s color, especially the choice between black and white, significantly impacted a building’s environmental footprint by influencing the urban heat island (UHI) effect. UHI is a phenomenon where urban areas… Read More
The EPDM Roofing Association Salutes the First Place Winner of the Metamorphosis Awards Multifamily Category
Photovoltaic System Added to Landmark Building in the Heart of Washington, D.C.
Posted By: Chris King August 6, 2023 Adding solar power to the rooftop of an existing building is always a challenging endeavor. Ensuring the roof is compatible with the photovoltaic system is critical. When the roof is on a historic… Read More
Reduce the Risk of Re-Roofing with Self-Adhered EPDM
Summer is here—the peak season for roofing projects. With the shortage of skilled labor facing the construction industry, it is more important than ever for roofing consultants to specify materials and installation practices that help complete installations on time. This… Read More
More Roofing Choices to Support Solar Power
Dark Membranes Can Be Used Throughout the Country Posted By: Louisa Hart August 6, 2023 Dangerous heat and record-setting demand are pushing urban grids to the limit this summer. Like our most recent past summers, 2023 is on track to… Read More
Historic Building Renovation Adds Green Roof
Western started the project by removing the building’s existing modified roof and flashings down to the deck. During the roof’s removal, it was discovered that the cementitious topping on the existing terra cotta roof was crumbling and unusable. Western was… Read More