Commercial Roofing Blog with useful information for facility owners

Roof Care Service Plans: What’s Included & Why They Matter

When it comes to commercial building roof types, it doesn’t matter what the size, complexity, or type you have—TPO, metal, EPDM, single-ply, cool roof, foam, tar and gravel, flat, or shingle—it’s important to take care of this significant investment with regular maintenance. That’s because preventative roof care can save facility owners money in the long run…

Why Spring Roof Inspections Are Critical for Commercial Facilities

It was a cold, snowy winter in the Northeastern United States this year. The area experienced significant snowfall and bone-chilling temperatures. As a result, many facilities’ commercial roofs may have been negatively impacted. “A commercial roof is out of sight and out of mind,” said Merv Fisher, CEO of Capital 360. “As a result, most facility managers don’t stop to think about how the winter season could have impacted their industrial roofing system.” All facility managers must have a spring commercial roof inspection performed to ensure their operations continue to run smoothly and without interruption…

Roof Repair or Roof Replacement: What Makes Sense for Your Commercial Roof

According to Cisco-Eagle, statistics from the United States Energy Information Administration state that 64% of U.S. warehouses are larger than 25,000 square feet. In 2026, the average cost of installing a new commercial roof on a typical warehouse, approximately 15,000 to 25,000 square feet, is between $8 and $15 per square foot. That’s a huge investment!

How the Freeze-Thaw Cycle Can Damage Commercial Roofs

If you have an industrial facility in the northeast, your facility experiences all four seasons – spring, summer, fall, and winter. No matter what commercial roof type you have—single-ply, spray foam, metal, or shingle—all components on your roof will move due to thermal expansion and contraction. During hot weather, roofing materials expand as they absorb heat…

Meet the Team: An Interview with Steven Fisher

Steven Fisher serves as the Brand Manager for Capital 360, formerly known as two brands—Capital Coating and Capital Roof Care. As a second-generation family businessman for nearly 10 years, Steven has seen many changes since his father founded Capital Painting in the late 1990’s. Launched at the end of 2025, Capital 360’s vision is to be the most respected and reliable commercial and industrial contractor in the Northeastern United States…

Installing Rooftop Equipment & The Importance of Hiring Professionals

No matter what industrial roof type you have, it likely hosts a variety of equipment and systems necessary to meet the operational needs of your commercial facility or factory. “The specific type of equipment installed on a roof deck can vary, based on the nature of your business, the building’s function, and its size,” said Steven Fisher…

Winter Roof Inspection: Assessing and Addressing Cold-Related Damage

It is essential for any commercial facility to have an industrial roof inspection performed at least once per year, regardless of the commercial building’s roof type. However, Capital Roof Care recommends at least two inspections per year, with one during the winter season. “That’s because one of the most important seasonal maintenance tasks for protecting the lifespan…

Check Your Roof from the Inside to Uncover Exterior Issues

Every commercial building roof type plays a critical role in protecting a facility and everything inside it—employees, customers, equipment, and inventory. A good industrial roof will also help ensure year-round energy efficiency and a comfortable working environment. Although most people might think the best way to detect a commercial roof issue is by going up on top of the roof deck…

How to Spot & Prevent Roof Penetrations Issues

If you look at the top of a commercial roof, you might be surprised at what you see. Unlike a residential roof that probably doesn’t have too much going on, aside from some bathroom vents, a chimney, and maybe solar panels, commercial building roof types typically have many penetrations. These include vents, HVAC units, skylights, pipes and ducts…

Best Practices for Fall Protection in Commercial Roofing

There are thousands of different kinds of jobs in this country. But did you ever stop to think about which ones are the most dangerous? According to Roofing Contractor magazine, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS) says working in the roofing industry is one of the top three most fatal occupations in the US…