Wednesday, August 29, 2007
This Isn't Your Grandfather's Metal Roof!
Metal Roofing Has Changed!
(Metal roofs like these are a thing of the past)
Metal Roofing in 2007
Metal Roofing has come a long way in the last twenty years. There are a variety of metal materials and aesthetic styles to choose from. Metal roofs have become a popular alternative to traditional roofing materials. This is due to the fact that metal is lightweight, maintenance-free, fireproof, energy efficient, durable, and can be manufactured to give virtually any look conceivable.
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Furthermore, metal roofs have a life expectancy of over 30 years and houses with metal roofs may receive a discount on the home owner's insurance. In South Florida home builders and insurance companies are starting to recognize the value of a metal roof. Florida is the proving ground for roofing systems and metal roofing is the only type of system that has a proven record to be more resistant to hurricanes, tropical storms and hurricanes in general.
Tri-County Roofing specializes in metal roofing. That's why we've become well known as a reliable South Florida Metal Roofing Contractor. In fact the owner of Tri-County Roofing, Patrick Sullivan believes in metal roofing so much he just recently put a Standing Seam Metal Roof on his own home. The home is featured here. Pat's Metal Roof
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Friday, August 24, 2007
Metal Pitch Pans VS. M-CURB System
At Tri-County Roofing we're always striving to stay ahead of the game. We want to use the materials and technology that will allow us to offer our clients a roofing system that will be the most resilient to South Florida's challenging tropical environment.
One of the greatest challenges has always been the small roof (flat roofing) penetrations.
Air conditioning stands and electrical lines in particular. For years the typical pitch pan enclosure was a simple metal square filled with asphalt. Unfortunately Florida's climate has proven too much for this type of pitch pan. They would require continual maintenance.
Fortunately a much better product has been brought to market.
The GAF M-Curb system is a much improved roof penetration enclosure system.
In the diagram below you'll see the details on exactly how the system works.
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1A. 7" M-Curb
2A. M-Thane Part A (Resin)
3A. M-Thane Part B (Hardner) - When part A and B of the M-Thane is mixed properly it cures as a tough, waterproof rubber mass with a excellent adhesion and low temperature flexibility. The sealant forms a 2" deep rubber seal.
4A. M-Bond Urethane Adhesive - This compound sets rapidly and is used to
bond the M-Curb components firmly in place to the roof surface.
5A. Mock Up of a completed M-Curb
6A. 5" M-Curb
The M-Curb system also comes with straight extension pieces (6" and 12") in order to encapsulate a larger area.
(See Figure 1B below)
Overall the M-Curb system allows for a quicker more efficient installation and greatly increased
durability and longevity.
If you have any questions regarding your roofing system don't hesitate to contact us immediately. Tri-County Roofing Inc. is a licensed & insured South Florida roofing contractor.
One of the greatest challenges has always been the small roof (flat roofing) penetrations.
Air conditioning stands and electrical lines in particular. For years the typical pitch pan enclosure was a simple metal square filled with asphalt. Unfortunately Florida's climate has proven too much for this type of pitch pan. They would require continual maintenance.
Fortunately a much better product has been brought to market.
The GAF M-Curb system is a much improved roof penetration enclosure system.
In the diagram below you'll see the details on exactly how the system works.
(Click on image to enlarge)
1A. 7" M-Curb
2A. M-Thane Part A (Resin)
3A. M-Thane Part B (Hardner) - When part A and B of the M-Thane is mixed properly it cures as a tough, waterproof rubber mass with a excellent adhesion and low temperature flexibility. The sealant forms a 2" deep rubber seal.
4A. M-Bond Urethane Adhesive - This compound sets rapidly and is used to
bond the M-Curb components firmly in place to the roof surface.
5A. Mock Up of a completed M-Curb
6A. 5" M-Curb
The M-Curb system also comes with straight extension pieces (6" and 12") in order to encapsulate a larger area.
(See Figure 1B below)
Overall the M-Curb system allows for a quicker more efficient installation and greatly increased
durability and longevity.
If you have any questions regarding your roofing system don't hesitate to contact us immediately. Tri-County Roofing Inc. is a licensed & insured South Florida roofing contractor.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Why you must hire a licensed contractor!
Hiring A Licensed Contractor Is Very Important
The following is a classic example of why it's so important that individuals hire a licensed and insured professional contractor. Sometimes we are put into situations where we feel pressured to save money by cutting corners or not doing things as they should. For most consumers their home is the most important asset they own. It's a great financial responsibility, however it's even more imperative that you make sure it's a safe structure for you (and your family) to inhabit.
Make sure that you thoroughly investigate any contractor that you might hire and make sure that any work that they will be performing will be in accordance with Florida Building Code.
If you have any questions regarding your particular roofing needs, or if you have concerns regarding past work that was performed by an unlicensed contractor don't hesitate to call
Tri-County Roofing. We are a licensed and insured South Florida roofing contractor.
Make sure that you thoroughly investigate any contractor that you might hire and make sure that any work that they will be performing will be in accordance with Florida Building Code.
If you have any questions regarding your particular roofing needs, or if you have concerns regarding past work that was performed by an unlicensed contractor don't hesitate to call
Tri-County Roofing. We are a licensed and insured South Florida roofing contractor.
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Monday, August 20, 2007
Hurricane Dean Update
Hurricane Dean Takes Aim at the Caymans
AP NEWS:
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica (CNN) -- Hurricane Dean picked up strength early Monday, setting its sights on the Cayman Islands and Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula after battering the southern coast of Jamaica.
The hurricane's top winds of 150 mph (240 kph) made it a strong Category 4 storm, with hurricane-force winds extending 60 miles (100 kilometers) from its center. Dean could become a Category 5 later in the day -- the top of the scale, with winds in excess of 155 mph -- as it moves into the western Caribbean.
The storm has been blamed for at least seven deaths across the Caribbean islands, including two killed as the storm skirted Haiti. Six homes were destroyed and 200 damaged in Haiti as well, although no major mudslides or floods were reported, officials said.
At 5 a.m. ET, Dean's eye was about 115 miles (185 kilometers) south-southeast of Grand Cayman, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported. Watch as Dean touched down in Haiti »
Tropical storm-force winds could be felt as far out as 205 miles (330 kilometers), forecasters reported. Dean was moving westward at almost 21 mph (33.8 kph), as it pulled away from Jamaica, forecasters reported.
Dean was expected to pass just south of the Cayman Islands. A hurricane warning remained in effect for Jamaica and the Caymans, which could receive 4 to 8 inches of rain, with 12 inches possible. Forecasters warned that the rains could cause life-threatening flash floods and mudslides.
Florida looks to have been spared what has formed into a very serious threat. Tropical Storm Dean has now powered up to a CAT 4 hurricane, it's possible it might reach a Category 5. Wherever Dean makes landfall the residents will no doubt be in the thoughts and prayers of everyone at our organization.
There are many things that you can do to help prepare your family and home for a Tropical Storm and or Hurricane. The Sun-Sentinel has some great information available below.
Hurricane Preparation Guide
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your roof, don't hesitate to contact us here at
Tri-County Roofing.
AP NEWS:
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica (CNN) -- Hurricane Dean picked up strength early Monday, setting its sights on the Cayman Islands and Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula after battering the southern coast of Jamaica.
The hurricane's top winds of 150 mph (240 kph) made it a strong Category 4 storm, with hurricane-force winds extending 60 miles (100 kilometers) from its center. Dean could become a Category 5 later in the day -- the top of the scale, with winds in excess of 155 mph -- as it moves into the western Caribbean.
The storm has been blamed for at least seven deaths across the Caribbean islands, including two killed as the storm skirted Haiti. Six homes were destroyed and 200 damaged in Haiti as well, although no major mudslides or floods were reported, officials said.
At 5 a.m. ET, Dean's eye was about 115 miles (185 kilometers) south-southeast of Grand Cayman, the National Hurricane Center in Miami reported. Watch as Dean touched down in Haiti »
Tropical storm-force winds could be felt as far out as 205 miles (330 kilometers), forecasters reported. Dean was moving westward at almost 21 mph (33.8 kph), as it pulled away from Jamaica, forecasters reported.
Dean was expected to pass just south of the Cayman Islands. A hurricane warning remained in effect for Jamaica and the Caymans, which could receive 4 to 8 inches of rain, with 12 inches possible. Forecasters warned that the rains could cause life-threatening flash floods and mudslides.
Florida looks to have been spared what has formed into a very serious threat. Tropical Storm Dean has now powered up to a CAT 4 hurricane, it's possible it might reach a Category 5. Wherever Dean makes landfall the residents will no doubt be in the thoughts and prayers of everyone at our organization.
There are many things that you can do to help prepare your family and home for a Tropical Storm and or Hurricane. The Sun-Sentinel has some great information available below.
Hurricane Preparation Guide
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your roof, don't hesitate to contact us here at
Tri-County Roofing.
Labels: Hurricane Dean - Tropical Storm - South Florida Roof Contractor
Friday, August 17, 2007
The Better Business Bureau and South Florida Roofing
BBB: Roofing Contractors
AP NEWS
Summer time is the season for storms, and often times this means roof damage. The Better Business Bureau shares some important information for you to know. Are consumer complaints about roofing jobs on the increase? We have seen about a 12% increase in complaints about local roofing contractors. At our current pace, we will receive about 600 complaints and 45,000 requests for reports this year. Part of the increase is attributable to the economy; low interest rates for loans.
Also, we are receiving complaints where problems are just now surfacing from jobs done from previous years' storms. What are some common complaints received? Most of the common complaints received at the Better Business Bureau concern jobs not completed on time, final cost above the bid or dissatisfaction with quality of the work.
However, we have seen some very serious complaints where the contractor is paid upfront and no or little work was ever done. Luckily, this is not a common practice. Most area contractors will respond and make a good faith effort to resolve their customer complaints.
Better Business Bureau Website
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You can find tips on what to do when hiring a roof contractor by clicking on the link below.
Tips for Hiring a South Florida Roofing Contractor
Tri-County Roofing has an excellent record with The Better Business Bureau.
We strive to make sure that we provide all of our clients with a top quality roofing system at a competitive price and on schedule. If you have any questions regarding your roof or how
Tri-County Roofing can assist you with your roofing needs, don’t hesitate to call or visit us at http://www.tricountyroofing.com/
Below is a screen shot of our A+ Rating on the BBB website.
AP NEWS
Summer time is the season for storms, and often times this means roof damage. The Better Business Bureau shares some important information for you to know. Are consumer complaints about roofing jobs on the increase? We have seen about a 12% increase in complaints about local roofing contractors. At our current pace, we will receive about 600 complaints and 45,000 requests for reports this year. Part of the increase is attributable to the economy; low interest rates for loans.
Also, we are receiving complaints where problems are just now surfacing from jobs done from previous years' storms. What are some common complaints received? Most of the common complaints received at the Better Business Bureau concern jobs not completed on time, final cost above the bid or dissatisfaction with quality of the work.
However, we have seen some very serious complaints where the contractor is paid upfront and no or little work was ever done. Luckily, this is not a common practice. Most area contractors will respond and make a good faith effort to resolve their customer complaints.
Better Business Bureau Website
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You can find tips on what to do when hiring a roof contractor by clicking on the link below.
Tips for Hiring a South Florida Roofing Contractor
Tri-County Roofing has an excellent record with The Better Business Bureau.
We strive to make sure that we provide all of our clients with a top quality roofing system at a competitive price and on schedule. If you have any questions regarding your roof or how
Tri-County Roofing can assist you with your roofing needs, don’t hesitate to call or visit us at http://www.tricountyroofing.com/
Below is a screen shot of our A+ Rating on the BBB website.
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Labels: BBB, Roof Contractors, south florida roofing
A letter from a customer.
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How can Tri-County Roofing help you? Have roofing questions?
How can Tri-County Roofing help you? Have roofing questions?
Labels: Florida Roofing Contractor - South Florida Roofer
Another Tri-County Roofing Client
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Looking for a reputable roofing contractor in South Florida? Why not give Tri-County Roofing a call, we're South Florida's roofing contractor.
Labels: Tri-County Roofing - Hurricane Dean - South Florida Roofing Contractor - Florida Roofing - Roof
Hurricane Dean Update
Hurricane Dean passes into Caribbean
By Michael Christie
MIAMI (Reuters) - Hurricane Dean strengthened and threatened to become a dangerously powerful storm as it plowed toward the Caribbean and aimed for Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula or the Gulf of Mexico beyond, forecasters said on Thursday.
MIAMI (Reuters) - Hurricane Dean strengthened and threatened to become a dangerously powerful storm as it plowed toward the Caribbean and aimed for Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula or the Gulf of Mexico beyond, forecasters said on Thursday.
More immediately in the path of the 2007 Atlantic storm season's first hurricane were the Lesser Antilles, in particular the islands of Dominica and St. Lucia and the French territories of Martinique and Guadeloupe, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.
The hurricane's top sustained winds had reached 100 miles per hour (160 km per hour) by 8 p.m. EDT, making it a Category 2 storm on the five-step Saffir-Simpson scale of hurricane intensity, the Miami-based hurricane center said.
Computer models showed the hurricane could become an extremely dangerous Category 4 storm as it passed south of Jamaica early next week.
Is your (roof) home prepared for a hurricane? If you have any concerns regarding your roof please contact Tri-County Roofing immediately.
Labels: Hurricane Dean - Tropical Storm Dean - South Florida Roofing Contractor
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
A letter from one of our clients.
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If you have any questions regarding your roof or you are in need of a reputable roofing contractor, look no further than Tri-County Roofing.
If you have any questions regarding your roof or you are in need of a reputable roofing contractor, look no further than Tri-County Roofing.
Labels: Tri-County Roofing - South Florida Roofing Contractor
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Tropical Storm Dean Forms in the Atlantic
Associated Press
Tropical Storm Dean Forms in Atlantic
MIAMI -
Tropical Storm Dean formed in the open Atlantic on Tuesday, but remained far from land, forecasters said.
At 11 a.m. EDT, the storm was centered about 1,490 miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean, about halfway across the ocean from Africa, according to the National Hurricane Center. It had top sustained winds of 40 mph, just above the threshold to be a named storm.
Dean was moving over increasingly warmer waters, where atmospheric conditions could create a favorable environment for intensification into a hurricane by Friday, forecasters said. It was cruising west at about 23 mph. Forecasters said it is too early to tell where Dean will go.
Hurricanes sustain winds of at least 74 mph.
Hurricane forecasters expect this year's Atlantic hurricane season to be busier than average. Last week, they said up to 16 tropical storms are likely to form, with nine strengthening into hurricanes.
The season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, but August typically marks the start of the most active period. Ten tropical storms developed in the Atlantic last year, but only two made landfall in the United States.
Are you prepared for this Hurricane Season? Contact Tri-County Roofing for all of your roofing needs.
Tropical Storm Dean Forms in Atlantic
MIAMI -
Tropical Storm Dean formed in the open Atlantic on Tuesday, but remained far from land, forecasters said.
At 11 a.m. EDT, the storm was centered about 1,490 miles east of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean, about halfway across the ocean from Africa, according to the National Hurricane Center. It had top sustained winds of 40 mph, just above the threshold to be a named storm.
Dean was moving over increasingly warmer waters, where atmospheric conditions could create a favorable environment for intensification into a hurricane by Friday, forecasters said. It was cruising west at about 23 mph. Forecasters said it is too early to tell where Dean will go.
Hurricanes sustain winds of at least 74 mph.
Hurricane forecasters expect this year's Atlantic hurricane season to be busier than average. Last week, they said up to 16 tropical storms are likely to form, with nine strengthening into hurricanes.
The season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, but August typically marks the start of the most active period. Ten tropical storms developed in the Atlantic last year, but only two made landfall in the United States.
Are you prepared for this Hurricane Season? Contact Tri-County Roofing for all of your roofing needs.
Labels: Hurricane Dean - Tropical Storm - South Florida Roof Contractor
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Past Projects
The figures in photos 1A - 4A highlight a south Florida commercial flat roof that was a Neogard Roofing System.
Neogard the world's leading producer of elastomeric coatings offers great energy effiency and a tremendous value.
The system featured in pictures 1B - 4B detail an insulated "built up" roofing system.
Notice in picture 3B the M-Curb that encapsulates the A/C Stand penetrations.
Notice in picture 3B the M-Curb that encapsulates the A/C Stand penetrations.
Figures 1C - 4C is a profile of a new Stand Seam Metal Roof system being installed.
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Sun-Sentinel.com Article
Today there's a very resourceful article in the Sun-Sentinel. It features tips on some of the do's and dont's when hiring a South Florida Roofing Contractor. The article can be found here.
Sun-Sentinel Article
One resource that is also very helpful that isn't mentioned is the Better Business Bureau.
It's not the most important information when determining what roofing contractor to choose, it is very valuable information that one should have access to.
Additionally the Tri-County Roofing website has published a "Tips for Hiring a South Florida Roofing Contractor" guide for quite some time now. It's also an excellent resource.
Sun-Sentinel Article
One resource that is also very helpful that isn't mentioned is the Better Business Bureau.
It's not the most important information when determining what roofing contractor to choose, it is very valuable information that one should have access to.
Additionally the Tri-County Roofing website has published a "Tips for Hiring a South Florida Roofing Contractor" guide for quite some time now. It's also an excellent resource.
Labels: south florida roofing
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