Commercial
You and thousands of others have passed by Hertless Brothers roofs. Our commercial building roof installations and restorations are some of the iconic architectures seen throughout the streets of Richmond. With such an expansive knowledge of roof systems, our team can tailor a solution for any client’s vision, from a full rebuild to a minor refurbishment.
Replacement
Before we provide you with roofing solutions, we thoroughly evaluate all critical factors involving a replacement project. Our team values an in-depth planning process to provide a professional and convenient building timeline, keeping the schedule of the building owner and its occupants in mind. At Hertless Brothers, we’re committed to making the process just as pleasant as the end result.
Listing of Replacement Services:
When replacing your roof we’re evaluating it for one of the three following options, depending on the current condition of your roof.
Complete Tear Off: A complete tear off includes removing all of your existing roof(s) down to your existing roof deck and installing a new roof assembly (insulation and membrane)
Partial Tear Off: In accordance with the current building code, your facility cannot have more than two (2) layers of roof installed at one (1) time. If your property has two (2) roofs currently installed, it may be possible for us to remove only the top roof and install a new roof system in its place. Our experienced staff will be able to assess your facility and determine if this is possible.
Recovery: If your facility has only one (1) roof system in place, it may be possible to simply install a new roof system over top of the existing roof. Hertless Brothers personnel are trained and knowledgeable in determining the possibility of this option.
Repair
For us, roof repair is all about being available when you need us the most. Our team takes pride in providing commercial customers with immediate service support. Whatever the size, scope, or budget, our goal for every repair job is to find the source of the problem and fix it! We work hard for our clients, leading to long-standing relationships with property owners and building managers, who trust us to get the job done quickly and correctly.
Quick Suggestions for a Leaky Roof
Be Prepared: Develop a Roof Contact Sheet for you and your staff. Include the phone number for your roofing contractor, the manufacturer of your roofing system, the type of roof system you have, and any warranty numbers you may have, or any other pertinent information you have related to your roof. Also include your facility address and any specific contact information you want the responding contractor to have.
Be Specific: When calling in your roof leak, be as specific as possible in describing the location and nature of the leak (slow drip, waterfall, etc…) This will allow your contractor to be better prepared to respond.
Protect: Just because the rain has subsided or the leak “appears” to have stopped, does not mean it will not happen again. Move important electronics, furniture or products out of the way and cover them until your contractor has responded and informed you the issue has been resolved. Place some type of collection device below the area of the leak to prevent water from getting on carpets or running on smooth floors and creating a slip hazard.
Maintenance
Not all roof damage is apparent. A roof can suffer water infiltration without occupants knowing. When this occurs over time, it can lead to extensive repair needs or possible replacement. So how do you protect your investment? The best answer to that question is to conduct proper maintenance on an annual, or semi-annual basis. Through our maintenance program, we identify and address problems or potential issues early, helping clients extend their roof’s life expectancy and avoid serious repair surprises.
Maintenance Services:
1. Visual Inspections/Condition Analysis
2. Cleaning of Drainage Components – Drains, Scuppers, Gutters, Downspouts
3. Major Storm Preparation
4. Priority Response for Maintenance Customers
5. Budgeting
Inspection
Do you know the condition of your building’s roof? For you as an owner or potential buyer, this information is critical. An investment the size of a commercial roof system requires regular inspections and periodic maintenance to achieve a long-term service life. Along with helping owners avoid small repair needs growing into severe roof damage, an inspection provides valuable documentation on the roof’s maintenance record and current condition. Having access to these records can save a contractor valuable time (and building owners serious money) when evaluating the need for future repair or replacement work. At Hertless Brothers, we conduct an extensive inspection of a roof, including researching the history of the building, to ensure we know all possible details.
Inspection Services:
1. Visual Inspections – Non Destructive
2. Roof Condition Analysis
3. Composition Analysis
4. Moisture Surveys
5. Budgeting
6. Photo Documentation
7. Hazardous Material Testing
Photos of Commercial Roofing
Achieve More
For over 90 years, Hertless Brothers has built a reputation in the roofing industry for providing its clients a higher quality of roofing service and solutions. Today, that history is honored with a continued focus on quality and excellence combined with even greater service capabilities and industry expertise. Whether commercial, residential, historical or eco, every roofing project at Hertless Brothers begins with our team doing a comprehensive evaluation of both project needs and client goals. This effort allows us to deliver roofing solutions that achieve more. Creating results that exceed expectations, both today and tomorrow.