July 2020

Roofing repair and replacement is often something that we consider during the warmer months but in reality, roofing contractors are working year-round. It’s often ideal for you to save money by getting your roof replaced in the off-season. Here are some of the differences between roof replacement in the off-season versus peak season when the weather is nice!

Roof Replacement in The Off-Season

Choosing to get your roof replaced in the off-season will often mean that you can save money because there is less demand for the service. It’s also likely that you’ll be able to enjoy the same level of warranty and protection and the potential for a wider selection of materials. It could be tough for you to get access to the roofing tiles or materials that you are seeking when you are looking at roofing materials during peak season. The only downside to choosing an off-season roof replacement is that you may experience delays due to the weather. Any quality contractor will do their best to protect your roof when there is a break in labor.

Roof Replacement During Peak Season

During peak season replacements you could experience long waits for your service. It’s also likely that you’ll experience higher prices and an increased risk for damage on shingles and sub layers due to the heat and humidity. The greatest advantage of choosing a time throughout the peak season for roofing replacement is that you will be able to enjoy a more predictable weather pattern. This means your job is less likely to get rescheduled and it will likely proceed much more efficiently.

Keep some of these ideas in mind regarding when you should receive your roofing replacement. If you need assistance for roofing replacement tasks, contact us today!

This post was written by Ted Williams! Ted is the owner of A Old Time Roofing which offers roofing in St Petersburg Fl. Ted is a Master Elite Weather Stopper GAF Roofing Contractor, a double award winner of Best Steep-Slope Contractor from GAF and achiever of Master Elite Consumer Protection Excellence from GAF. He has been serving the Pinellas County area since 1978. A Old Time Roofing has been a tradition in quality workmanship, servicing residential and commercial properties.

A commercial roofing system differs greatly from a residential roofing system. Many experts would suggest that a commercial roofing system often requires a bit more expense to care for because of the larger size and the different requirements that many commercial businesses have for their construction.  Because of the considerable investment that any business has in their commercial roof, being able to detect problems early on can make sure that you can prevent the need for major repairs before it’s too late. Here are some of the top signs that your commercial roof is in trouble!

Leaks

If you started to notice visible leaks inside your business during storms and rainy weather, it’s crucial that you have your roofing system repaired or replaced immediately. If there’s leaking inside your business whenever it rains, this means that there’s severe damage to a portion of your roof.

Water Stains on the Walls and Ceilings

If you’re starting to notice water stains on the ceiling and walls, this means that your roof is beginning to have an active leak but it’s likely early in the stage of damage. A mediated repair and inspection for your roof can help to prevent further damage.

Mold and Bugs

Invasions can happen often with a roofing system and if you’re starting to notice that pests are making their way into your business, it’s likely that they could be entering through flashing or a hole in your roof. Repairing these items immediately can prevent pests and mold growth!

These are just a few of the top signs that it could be time to seek repairs on your commercial roofing system. If you’re starting to spot some of these early signs, it is crucial for you to contact a professional contractor today to get a complete roofing inspection and repair!

This post was written by Reggie Reed! Reggie is a state-certified roofing contractor and co-owner of Reggie Reed Roofing. He is a 4th generation roofing contractor. RR Roofing offers a wide variety of roofing services for residential homes, apartment complexes, condos, commercial buildings, churches and more. Reggie enjoys dedicating his spare time to helping underprivileged youth in his community and traveling with his family and friends.

If you are all set to start a designer faucet business and resell the products of an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) with your branding, you have made an excellent decision. Designer faucet industry is one of the fastest growing industries but it does not create unnecessary buzz like most other industries. Most people are therefore not aware of the business opportunities in this field. This is an advantage to you if you are getting into this industry right now. In order to set up a successful business, you need to select the best supplier. Here are some of the vital qualities to look for in your designer faucet OEM.

Experience of the OEM – When you are trying to source your waterfall faucet and other items in the inventory you would like to hold in your store, you might want to check the experience of the OEM in this field. As you are starting new, you will need the support of some company that is well established. You do not want to go with suppliers that are also trying to establish their brand in the industry like you.

Future support – When you order the faucets from a particular OEM, do they also feature faucet accessories for all the models that they are featuring? You should feature only faucet models that come with the required future support in terms of all the replaceable accessories and spare parts. If you do not have the spare parts for the faucets, your customers will feel stranded and they would be forced to go for a complete replacement. This is not something your customers would like. Better keep this factor in mind when identifying your OEM.

Lower Minimum Order Quantity – Will you be order your inventory comfortably without straining your budget too much with a lower MOQ option? Lower the MOQ the better it is when you are getting started. You can always scale up your orders based on the popularity of the items or else you will have all your funds stuck in products that are slow to sell. Find companies with lower MOQ.

Range of selection – Does the OEM feature adequate number of products so that you do not have to source from multiple vendors to populate your store? Find companies that offer a wider range of options for their customers.

Turnaround time – When you place the order, how fast will the manufacturer be able to deliver your orders. Find companies that guarantee fast delivery so that your store does not frequently run out of stock. In order to keep your customers happy they should find whatever they are looking for without having to worry about the availability.

Cost – Are the products featured by your OEM priced reasonably? If the sourcing prices are too high then you will have issues marking up the prices further. This will leave you with very little profit making the entire enterprise into an effort that is not worthwhile.