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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.

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.

Performing roof maintenance is performing property maintenance. As your building's roof is – in most cases – the leading way that moisture enters, maintaining your roof is essential to protecting the products, equipment, and employees that are inside of it. While it's easy to put off regular roof inspections, there are a number of identifiable "symptoms" of a failing roof: things that you – as the property owner – can look for. In today's post, we're going to give you a handful of tips that will help you determine if your roof is in need of repair.

If you're a property manager or the owner of numerous commercial properties, you're undoubtedly aware of the headaches involved with maintaining your buildings' roofs. While the daily grind of overseeing the integrity of your roofs can be challenging, it is – nevertheless – essential to the ongoing health of your properties. Not only that, but a well-maintained roof is critical to ensuring the safety, security, and integrity of your buildings' contents. In today's post, we're going to look at how the team at Wharry Engineering can give you the confidence you need to run your properties efficiently by alleviating the burden of roof maintenance.

When you're considering a new roof, it's important to think about your building's future. With your current roof, you're likely experiencing issues: poor insulation, leakage, or other damaging issues. Thinking about the future, you should consider these issues and – more importantly – how to keep them from affecting your new roof. Certainly, you can trust the contractors or roofing company that you've hired to install your roof. You can trust them to ensure quality, make sure that corners aren't being cut, and to install the best roof possible.

Regular roof inspections and surveys are an essential task for home and business owners. As your building's roof is – quite literally – its first line of defense against the elements, it's important that you regularly check to ensure that it is in solid, working condition. But, it's not just about having a quick look-see. It's a much deeper process, requiring the assistance of experts who are capable of identifying common problems and, more importantly, recommending solutions that will keep your interior safe and extend the life of your roof. In this post, we're going to take a closer look at the inspection process and discuss how it results in a healthier, longer-lasting roof.

Historical renovations are – unsurprisingly – a challenging task. Faced with uncertain damage to the building's structure, cosmetic damage and unforeseen complications, it can be difficult to properly prepare for your project. That's why, as with most things, it is best to seek the advice of a professional, somebody that can give you their expert opinion and, more importantly, guide you through the process in a safe and effective way. In this post, we're going to discuss why you should seek the advice of an expert during the planning – and execution – of your historical renovation.