Learn About Commercial Roofing
                     What is Commercial 
Roofing?
Introduction
Commercial roofing is any type of roofing fitted to a commercial building. 
Many people assume that commercial roofing is the same as residential roofing 
because they’re both just buildings. But in reality, commercial buildings are 
usually much larger and have a number of different considerations and 
requirements for roofs.
In these slides, we’ll explore the difference between commercial roofing and 
residential roofing, and factors to consider when choosing a commercial 
roofing material.
Residential Roofing V/S Commercial 
Roofing
Installing roofing for residence is much easier than installing roofing for a 
commercial building. Commercial roofs tend to be larger and require more 
material, planning & time.
Residential and commercial roofing differ in gradient, usually houses have 
steeper roofs than offices, shops, and other commercial buildings. That is why 
roofs of houses are more visible due to being shorter, many homeowners prefer 
the slanted look. A steep roof makes it easier for rainwater to flow away 
without pooling on the surface and causing long term damage.
The materials used for commercial roofs are different as compared to 
residential. Commercial roofs tend to use metal, concrete, whereas residential 
roofs use concrete or clay tiles or corrugated iron. There are many more 
materials used for commercial roofing, which makes it trickier and requires the 
help of professional roof repair in Geelong.
How to choose Commercial roofing 
factors -
Every commercial building is unique, and every building owner has their own 
budget. When deciding roof material for your commercial building, you will 
need to cost, time, durability, temperature resistance, and aesthetic concerns. 
Let’s explore one by one each of these.
Cost -
Cost is usually the biggest concern for all building owners. Most people 
want the roof to be installed as cheaply as possible, in which metal sheets 
or asphalt might be the best although this depends on other factors.
Time - 
Building projects are often delayed, which can result in the roof needing 
to be installed as soon as possible to catch up. Again, asphalt or metal 
sheets are good materials in this case because they can be installed 
quickly.
Strength -
A roof is separated into two parts, the cladding, and the internal support 
structure that holds up the roof. The amount of weight that the roof can 
carry without collapsing is its load-bearing capacity, which depends on the 
requirements of the building. For example, some building owners want to 
install heavy equipment, in that case, the load-bearing capacity needs to 
be higher.
Durability -
Durability is an important factor to consider when choosing a new roof. 
roof s are cost-effective, have great strength, and correctly installed can 
last over 40 years. On the other hand, the plastic polymer is one of the 
most expensive materials to use for a roof and will last for 50 years before 
needing to be replaced.
Temperature Resistance -
If a commercial or industrial building is subject to extremely high or low 
temperatures and this happens generally, the roof’s material is an 
important factor to consider here. Metal cladding with insulation is the 
best material for high temperatures and it would be a good choice for a 
commercial building.
Aesthetics - 
Commercial buildings are taller than residential buildings, which makes 
their roof more difficult to see. Some commercial building owners are 
proud of their building’s appearance, and want a good looking roof that 
complements everything else.
Final Words -
If the roof is built properly and is maintained well, then the longevity of 
roofing will last longer, whether it is commercial or residential. There are 
also some other advantages of commercial roofing, like easier occupancy, 
lower load of cooling on the HVAC systems. If you have any questions 
regarding roofing services in Geelong, visit Local Plumbing Group or feel 
free to call us at 1800224229. We offer visual inspection, estimates, and a 
reliable solution to all your roofing problems.
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Website: https://www.lpggeelong.com.au/
Address: 195 Melbourne Rd, North Geelong 3215
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