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When it comes to protecting your roof – and your property – there’s no better method than roof maintenance. Since your roof can be a gateway for moisture, it is essential to monitor and maintain it to ensure the integrity of everything beneath it. Whether you’re concerned about damage to products, equipment malfunctions, or employee safety, you can cover all three of these bases by taking care of your roof. As the property owner, you should be performing regular inspections, looking for the telltale signs of underlying damage. But, what are those signs?

When it comes to avoiding issues with your roof, roof management is the way to go. Helping to prevent heartache and – more importantly – saving you money in the long run, our services ensure that small issues don’t snowball into major problems. In many cases, especially when signs of damage aren’t evident, roofing issues can go undetected, causing unseen damage to your roof that undermine its integrity and put the contents of your building at risk. This is why it is essential to be proactive!

As a property owner, we’re certain that you understand the importance of regular, ongoing roof maintenance. We’re also sure that you know how troublesome it can be to stay on top of your roof’s upkeep. And, while it is occasionally annoying to tend to your roof, it is critical to the security – and integrity – of your building and its contents. In this post, we’re going to talk about how the team at Wharry Engineering can help you avoid the headaches and heartaches of maintaining your roof with our thorough, detail-oriented, ongoing maintenance services.

If you’re concerned about the future of your roof – and your building – then it’s essential that you hire a third-party roof construction observation expert to oversee your roofing project. In the course of replacing your roof, you’ve likely become aware of the problems that have developed: leakage, mold, algae, poor insulation, or low-quality materials. When looking toward the future, you should consider the impact that these problems have had on your roof’s longevity and, more importantly, how you can avoid similar pitfalls with your new roof.

Whether you're a home or business owner, it's essential that you have a regular, professional roof inspection performed. As the primary means of defense against heat, cold, and moisture, your building's roof is a "shield" that protects your building – and its contents – from damage. When you have a roof inspection performed, you're ensuring that that shield is in good, working order. A professional inspector will be able to identify common problems and recommend solutions that will ensure that your building stays safe and – even better – that the lifespan of your roof is maximized. In today's post, we're going to discuss the roof inspection process.

Whether you're an old pro when it comes to construction or you're embarking on your first building project, you've undoubtedly considered enlisting the aid of a professional architect. With the number of variables involved in a project, from building codes and legal considerations to convoluted logistics and scheduling, it can be all-too-easy to overlook something. And, when staying on schedule and on budget requires attention to detail, it can be costly – and heartbreaking – to gloss over something that is essential to the success of your project.

If you're in the planning stages of a historical renovation, we're confident that you can appreciate the difficult – almost Herculean – task ahead of you. It's nearly impossible to know the levels of damage that the beautiful facades of many historical buildings are hiding. Whether it's dry rot, flood damage, mold, or mere cosmetic damage, a myriad of things can be – and go – wrong. That's why the team at Wharry Engineering always recommends seeking the advice of an expert, somebody with experience in historical renovations who has the ability to assess your situation and make helpful, cost-saving recommendations.

It can be tough discerning when it's time to have a professional roof assessment performed. Have you noticed that your roof is looking a little worse for the wear? Are there unidentifiable spots on your shingles? Are those shingles starting to peel or lift? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you may need the help of a professional roof assessor. In today's post, we're going to look at a few telling signs, signs that indicate that it may be time for a roof assessment.

When embarking on a new building project, it can be overwhelming to consider every possible variable. From material choices and code compliance, to selecting contractors and cutting costs, it's essential to weigh every option. While it can be challenging to consider everything, we're happy to say that the process can be made much easier with the addition of a professional architect. Trained to examine every angle, architects are a great addition to every building project. In today's post, we're going to look at how they can help your project along and, more importantly, save you time and money.

At Wharry Engineering, we believe that the best roofs are built with the aid of an experienced roof consultant. Starting at the projects inception, the roof consultant – and their team – should guide you in your decision making, arming you with all of the information that you need to make an informed, knowledgeable decision about your roof. After all, your roof is your building's first – and best – defense against the elements: moisture, heat, dirt, and debris. Your roof is, in many ways, the armor that protects the vital organs of your building.