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Shopping Mall Membrane Replacement
At a shopping mall, we removed 60 square feet of deteriorated membrane that was allowing water infiltration and installed new material properly terminated into the existing field membrane. Retail properties depend on watertight roofs to protect inventory, maintain…
What to Know About Metal Roof Decking: Cost, Installation, Maintenance, Pros & Cons, and More
You rarely see a commercial flat roof without a metal deck lurking underneath. That ribbed steel bears the weight of the roof and fights wind and snow, which ensures your building stays dry through decades of inclement weather…
How Commercial Flat Roofs Drain Water (And What Happens When They Don’t)
In the Southeast, heavy downpours and hurricanes are normal, meaning that your building’s flat roof drainage system must do far more than move water around. Because of that, low slope roof systems must protect the membrane and reduce…
Why Baker Roofing Chose a Different Path: Employee Ownership in an Era of Consolidation
What our transition to 100% employee ownership means for commercial property owners and facility managers across our markets If you manage commercial properties across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, you’ve likely noticed significant changes in the roofing industry recently.…
Flat Roof Skylights: Design, Installation, and Maintenance Guide
Adding a skylight to a commercial flat roof can completely transform the atmosphere of your building. That’s because natural light makes interiors feel larger and more vibrant, boosting employee morale and, believe it or not, attracting more customers. …
Roof Flashing: 7 Tips You Need to Know
When you think about roof leaks, what first comes to mind? If your property has a sloped roof, maybe you think of water infiltrating through missing or damaged shingles. On the other hand, if you have a flat…






