Choosing an industrial roofing solution in North Las Vegas involves understanding the distinctive issues of the area. The searing desert climate, defined by not only extreme summer heat but also the possibility of intense wind storms, is a major influence in the selection of roofing materials and system types. Metal roofing is a common choice. Its durability and superior thermal performance make it a nearly ideal option. Not only does a metal roof have the ability to reflect a high percentage of sunlight, thereby reducing cooling costs, but it also has the potential to last as long as two to three times the lifespan of a roof with asphalt shingles. There is, however, another option that offers certain additional benefits: a thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roof.
Beyond the selection of appropriate materials, the design and installation process demands a deft hand. Your facility’s structure and layout can have a huge bearing on the effectiveness of the entire roofing solution. Low-slope and flat roofs (the most common in industrial buildings) require vehicular access for specialized systems and drainage solutions to manage water runoff—efficiently and to prevent pooling or any other not-okay scenarios. And here is where it pays to hire pros. You want experienced guys who understand (and will help you interpret) the local building code and the local climate. These roofing experts can provide reliable estimates of how well (or poorly) certain systems will perform over the lifespan of the roof.
In sum, the ongoing maintenance and inspection of your industrial roof retain its integrity. That might seem a simple admonition, but it's easy to neglect. Inspections could be done silly-season style—at the end of summer and winter. Clean. Check the seams, caulking, and high-risk areas like roof edges, penetrations, and anything else that might have a potential leak. Also, look at the areas around roof drains, downspouts, and other drainage features—if water doesn't get off your roof, it eventually will compromise your roofing system. "That's what maintenance is," says William Stankus, an industrial/commercial technical representative for CertainTeed Roofing, based in Las Vegas. "It's being proactive and finding the issues before they become expensive problems." After all, even well-designed and well-built roofs have to be looked after and maintained to secure their longevity.
