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Why Are There Rocks on My Commercial Roof?
Questions & AnswersWhy are There Rocks on my Commercial Roof?If you've ever looked up at a flat commercial roof and thought, “Why are there...

Why We Don’t Just Send a Roofing Estimator
Building Trust Before We Ever Go to the Roof Why We Don’t Just Send a Roofing EstimatorIf you’ve ever called a roofing contractor and said, “Hey, I...

Why “Apples to Apples” Doesn’t Work for Commercial Roof Bids
The Questions you should be asking insteadWhy “Apples to Apples” Doesn’t Work in Commercial RoofingWhen facility managers or owners of commercial...

Should Schools Install Solar Panels on their Roofs?
Sustainability in roofingShould Schools Install Solar Panels on their Roofs?If you're part of a school district with aging roofs and rising energy...

Should Michigan Schools Be Worried About the $23 Billion Facilities Study?
2025 Plante Moran Facility ReportShould Michigan Schools Be Worried About the $23 Billion Facilities Study? If you're a school administrator,...

How to Read the Michigan Statewide School Facility Report
2025 Plante Moran Facility ReportWhat Should Michigan School Leaders Do After Reading the Statewide Facility Report? If you're a school...

Is a Full Commercial Roof Replacement Always Necessary?
A Smarter Way to Think Green This Earth DayIs a Full Commercial Roof Replacement Always Necessary?If someone has ever told you that you need a full...

Why Is Regular Commercial Roof Maintenance So Important?
Case StudiesWhy Is Regular Commercial Roof Maintenance So ImportantNo one likes hearing that their commercial roof needs to be replaced. It’s...

Rooftop Disasters in Pop Culture: 5 Times Roofs Took Center Stage
5 Times Roofs Took Center Stage Rooftop Disasters in Pop CultureRooftop disasters in pop culture have a way of stealing the spotlight, turning...

What’s New at Weather Shield? A Website Built for You!
What's New at Weather Shield Roofing Systems?Introducing our new and improved websiteWe get it—when you’re managing a commercial property, every...

What is Roof Decking and Why is it Important?
long-term durability + Cost controlWhat is Roof Decking and Why is it Important? If you’re planning a commercial roof replacement—or even just...

What Happens If Ponding Water Is Left on a Flat Roof?
Are puddles on my flat roof a problem?What Happens If Ponding Water Is Left on a Flat Roof? If you’ve noticed puddles forming on your flat roof...