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Commercial Roof Damage - When to Call a Professional Roofer

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Avoid business closure and revenue loss from a damaged and leaking commercial roof. Recognizing commercial roof damage and when to call a professional roofer keeps your business safe and protected from the elements. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered information about commercial roofing system damage requiring roof repair or replacement by a commercial roofer and how a maintenance program protects your home. Identifying Damage on Low-Slope Membrane Roofs Low-slope membrane roofs are typical for commercial buildings due to their cost-effectiveness and ease of installation. However, these roofs have specific weaknesses, especially in handling water drainage and UV exposure. Ponding Water – When water accumulates on low-slope roofs, it poses a severe threat. Ponding water weakens the roofing material, increases the leak risks, and creates an ideal environment for mold and algae growth. Water that does not drain within 48 hours requires immediate attention. Call a professional ro...

Residential Roof Damage – When to Call a Roofer

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Prevent roof leaks and costly repairs from a damaged residential roof. Knowing how to spot roof damage and when to call a roofer keeps your home safe and protected from the elements. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered information about different roofing system damage requiring roof repair or replacement by a professional roofer and how a maintenance program protects your home. Roof Damage and When to Call a Roofer Recognizing signs of roof damage early and knowing when to call a roofer is crucial in preventing minor issues from turning into expensive repairs. Different roofing materials experience wear and tear in unique ways, and understanding these distinctions can help homeowners make informed decisions about repair or replacement. Asphalt Shingle Roofs Asphalt shingles are popular for residential homes due to their affordability and durability. However, they are also prone to damage, especially under severe weather conditions. Missing or Cracked Shingles – High winds, he...

Hurricane Milton Resources, Emergency Contacts, and Recovery Assistance

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Hurricane Milton is making landfall in Florida, and residents across the state must prepare for the potential devastation it could bring. With forecasts predicting high winds, torrential rain, and widespread flooding, Hurricane Milton could leave communities struggling to rebuild. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered information about Hurricane Milton, the damage and devastation it will likely leave in its path, valuable emergency resources, and what New Image Roofing has invested to assist the urgent upcoming recovery efforts. New Image Roofing Florida 352-316-6008 is ready to assist residents and businesses with roofing and recovery needs. Below is a breakdown of the potential risks, necessary resources, and emergency contacts to help Floridians navigate this challenging time. Potential Devastation from Hurricane Milton Hurricane Milton’s impact on Florida could be catastrophic. Forecasts show a Category 4 storm, and officials urge everyone to prepare for the worst. The potent...

Hurricane Helene Recovery Assistance and Emergency Resources

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Natural disasters can leave a morbid path of destruction and families in need of urgent help. Learn how an Atlanta-based roofing company dispatched its assets and staff to assist East and South Georgia’s recovery efforts and help those affected return to normalcy. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered information about Hurricane Helene, the damage and devastation it left in its path, valuable emergency resources, and what the company has invested to assist the urgent ongoing recovery efforts. Hurricane Helene Devastation Hurricane Helene came ashore with relentless force, causing significant destruction across the Southeastern United States. The storm brought powerful winds, torrential rain, and widespread flooding, severely damaging infrastructure and homes. Wind Speeds – Helene brought sustained winds of up to 140 mph. These winds uprooted trees, tore roofs from buildings, and flattened homes and businesses. Flooding – Inundating rainfall led to flash flooding, particularly i...

Lightning Strikes on Commercial Roofs – Risks, Damage, and Prevention

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Avoid revenue loss, severe structural damage, and destructive power surges when lightning strikes your commercial building. Understanding the power lightning carries and how to divert it will help prevent catastrophic lightning damage to your building and business. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered information about how lightning strikes wreak havoc on electrical systems, appliances, and structural elements and what you can do to mitigate them. What Attracts Lightning to Commercial Buildings? Lightning naturally seeks the shortest and easiest path to the ground. It is attracted to: Tall Structures – Taller buildings and structures become prime targets for lightning strikes. The higher a building rises above its surroundings, the greater the chance lightning will strike it. This is particularly true for skyscrapers, factories, and commercial complexes. Metallic Objects – Lightning also seeks conductive materials like metals. Many commercial buildings use metal roofs, have roo...

Lightning Strikes on Residential Roofs – Causes, Damage, and Prevention

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Avoid costly structural damage and destructive power surges when lightning strikes your home. Understanding the power lightning carries and how to divert it will help prevent catastrophic lightning damage to your home. New Image Roofing Atlanta gathered crucial information about how lightning strikes affect a home’s electrical systems, appliances, and structural integrity and what you can do to mitigate them. How Lightning Forms Lightning forms during thunderstorms resulting from imbalances between positive and negative charges in the atmosphere. Ice crystals and water droplets collide in a storm, creating an electrical charge buildup. A cloud’s upper portion typically holds positive charges, while the lower section becomes negatively charged. When this imbalance grows large enough, nature corrects it by discharging electricity as a lightning strike. The bolt either moves within the cloud, between clouds, or between the cloud and the ground. A lightning strike to the ground occu...