With so many roofing types, it can be difficult to decide which one is the best fit for your unique situation. Although there are many pros and cons to each type of roof, it can be useful to take a detailed look at the benefits of each one in particular.
For instance, low-slope roofing can provide a number of unique benefits:
- Improved drainage. With a flat roof, water can pool and cause strain on the roof. With low-slope roofing, though, this problem is lessened. Maintenance is still necessary, but it is not nearly as much of a concern on sloped roofs.
- Easier maintenance. While a steep-slope roof may be even safer from water damage, low-slope roofing has the advantage of safer maintenance. On a low-slope roof, your maintenance workers can stay sure-footed on your roof while working to clean it, in a way that would not be nearly as possible on a more sharply sloped roof.
- More energy-efficient. Compared to a steep-slope roof, which adds height to your building, a low-slope roof stays close to the actual livable space of your building. This means less air in the interior for your A/C and heater to try and cool or heat.
- Easier to install solar panels. Speaking of energy efficiency, a low-slope roof can catch more angles from the sun, and it’s easier for installers to move around on, making these more viable for solar panel installation.
Low-slope roofing is an energy-efficient, easy-to-maintain roofing option for any business owner looking for a new roof. If you are unsure if low-slope roofs are best for you, please call us to discuss the specifics of your unique situation.