This year we had the pleasure of completing one of the most beautiful and intricate projects in Baker Roofing Company’s history. In partnership with Vannoy Construction, we completed the Ludowici clay tile roof replacement of multiple buildings at Asheville High School in western North Carolina. It was an incredible undertaking and required a collaborative effort […]
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Baker Roofing Company of Raleigh Location: Raleigh, NC Industry: Commercial Real Estate Contributing Departments: Commercial Steep Slope Scope of Work: New construction zinc metal roof, downspouts, and cypress wood siding The North Carolina Chapter of the American Institute of Architects set out to build a new headquarters located in downtown Raleigh, NC. Baker Roofing was selected to install
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The Appalachian State University Recreation Center, located in Boone, NC, recently had its roof replaced with a single-ply EPDM membrane. Baker Roofing Company was also selected to install the roof on the Appalachian State University Library in 2007. Client: Appalachian State University Year: 2006 Scope of work: Single-ply roof replacement with EPDM membrane
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Baker Roofing Company is proud to announce that the AIA Building of North Carolina has been named the overall winner of Metal Construction News’ 2012 Building and Roofing Award. Working with Architect and Owner, Frank Harmon, Baker Roofing was involved in the metal roof installation along with the siding, soffit, zinc, wood and cement fiber
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The Duke University Chapel doors were officially reopened on May 11, 2016, after a yearlong interior and exterior restoration and renovation project. Originally constructed between 1930 and 1932, the English Gothic-styled chapel was in need of repair, and on May 11, 2015, crews began preparing the chapel for internal restoration as well as erecting scaffolding
Baker Roofing Company’s residential and restoration team’s were fortunate to work on many beautiful historic buildings throughout the triangle. Recently they had the opportunity to show off their skills on the Historic Wakefield Barn in North Raleigh. The barn was originally built in the 1930s, but once purchased by John Sprunt Hill it served as
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Baker Roofing Company Fabricates, Installs Copper Roof on Holy Name Of Jesus Cathedral January 3, 2015, the Catholic Diocese of Raleigh broke ground on a $41-million-dollar project located in West Raleigh. The dream of building the first cathedral in North Carolina had finally become a reality. The groundbreaking ceremony for the Holy Name of Jesus
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Baker Roofing Company was honored to have one of its recently completed institutional projects featured in Roofing Magazine’s November/December 2016 issue. Roofing Magazine published its first issue in March/April 2010, and since then has strived to be an industry leading publication that unravels, investigates and analyzes how to properly design, install and maintain a roof
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We are proud to announce that we have been awarded a North American Copper in Architecture Award for our work on the Kansas Statehouse! The scope of work included a copper dome and full roof replacement “On behalf of the copper industry, the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) and the Canadian Copper and Brass Development
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Through Baker Roofing Company’s membership in the Roofing Alliance and their adoption of the Ronald McDonald House Charities‘ roofs, our Charleston team was proud to make an incredible donation to re-roof a house that provides comfort and hope to hundreds of families in need each year. When the Ronald McDonald House of Charleston called on
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A box-shaped component that connects scuppers to downspouts, helping control the flow of roof runoff and avoiding unsightly cascades. Waterheads are also called conductor heads or rainheads.
Flexible joints built into a roof system that absorb movement from expansion and contraction. They prevent cracking and leaks at connections between different parts of your roof assembly.
An L-shaped piece of roof edge flashing that helps rainwater flow off the roof and away from the fascia boards. It prevents water from seeping under shingles or other roofing materials, protecting the roof deck from rot.
The process where water moves into tiny gaps or along narrow spaces, often against gravity, because of surface tension. In roofing, it can draw water into seams or cut edges, leading to hidden leaks and damage.
The waterproof layer in a roofing system that protects the building from water intrusion and reflects sunlight, lowering energy costs. It’s usually the top layer of the roofing system and can be made of materials like TPO, PVC, EPDM, or modified bitumen.
A type of white single-ply roofing membrane that’s sealed at the seams using hot air, creating a waterproof layer over the roof. It’s commonly used on flat or low-slope commercial buildings, since these roofs need to most protection from water infiltration.
A black, gray or white rubber roofing membrane known for its long lifespan. It’s commonly used on flat or low-slope buildings and is typically glued down, mechanically fastened or ballasted, not heat-welded.
A high-end type of heat-welded thermoplastic membrane that stands up well to oils and chemicals. It’s ideal for restaurants or industrial buildings for its extra resistance, though it usually costs more.
A durable type of heat-welded thermoplastic membrane that reflects sunlight and helps reduce cooling costs. It’s a cost-effective option for flat roofs but may not perform as well as PVC in harsh environments.
A watertight joint created by joining metal roofing or flashing components together. Soldered joints provide long-lasting, durable seals against water infiltration.
The short wall that extends above the roofline, often around the roof’s edge, to provide safety, block wind, and in some cases help manage water drainage. In roofing, parapet walls are usually capped with coping to keep water from seeping into the wall structure.
A roof drain retrofit designed to fit inside existing piping without major demolition. Retro drains are cost-effective solutions for improving drainage on older roofs.