Make sure your commercial roof is ready for Santa with these tips… Have you ever wondered if a visit by Santa and his reindeer could cause damage to your commercial roof? If Santa was coming to visit your house, there would be no need for concern. But, when they visit your business, you must take … Read More
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The Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Roof Preventative Maintenance
Commercial Roof Preventative Maintenance: Money Well Spent. Effective maintenance is crucial for commercial property structures, ensuring long-term cost efficiency. This is especially true for your commercial roof, which represents a substantial financial investment. Regularly scheduled preventative maintenance can extend the life of your roof, prevent costly repairs, and even increase the overall value of your … Read More
Snow Load on Flat Roofs: Understanding the Impact
As winter approaches, commercial building owners face unique challenges when it comes to maintaining their flat roofs. One of the most significant concerns is the impact of early winter and early spring snowfall on these structures. In this blog post, we’ll explore why snow load on flat roofs can be particularly problematic and why regular roof inspections … Read More
Winter Commercial Roof Maintenance: Protecting Your Investment (2025)
The Importance of Winter Commercial Roof Maintenance At Mint Roofing, we understand that your commercial property is a significant investment. Ensuring the health of your commercial roof during the harsh winter months is crucial to protect that investment. Winter brings challenges like snow and ice accumulation, freezing and thawing temperatures, and the potential for leaks. … Read More
How to Prepare Your Commercial Roof for Winter
Like it or not, Winter is coming! If you were a Game of Thrones fan, you might recall that the first episode was titled “Winter Is Coming.” Much of the first season focused on preparation for a long cold winter. Well, Winter IS coming, and we’ve put together a few things you can do to … Read More
Commercial Roof Management: The Benefits of Maintaining Your Commercial Roof
Commercial Roof Management Can Save You Time and Money. Commercial roof management is critical for commercial building owners, property managers, and facility managers. This blog post will discuss the cost benefits of maintaining your commercial roof to extend its life and postpone an expensive commercial roof repair. Commercial Roofs are Expensive to Replace. Replacing the … Read More
Commercial Roof Inspections: Now Is The Time To Schedule!
Winter’s Coming! Schedule Your Fall Commercial Roof Inspections Now… Winter in Minnesota is no joke. With heavy snowfall, frigid temperatures, and icy conditions, the harsh weather can wreak havoc on commercial roofs. Now is the perfect time for commercial property owners and facilities managers to schedule fall roof inspections. These inspections are crucial to prepare … Read More
5 Warning Signs That it’s Time to Replace Your Commercial Roof
If you’re thinking about roof replacement but unsure whether you really need one, here are five warning signs that indicate that it may be time to replace your commercial roof: The roof is more than 25 years old Blistering appears on the roof’s surface The roof is uneven or soft in certain areas There is an … Read More
School Roof Replacements: Why Summer is the Ideal Time
Summertime is commercial flat roof season for schools. With classrooms empty and hallways quiet, it’s the perfect opportunity for school administrators and facility managers to tackle major maintenance projects. Roof replacement is one of school administrators’ most critical summer tasks. But why is summer the ideal time to replace school roofs? Let’s explore the many … Read More
Commercial Roof Replacement: What to Expect
What to expect when you’re about to have your commercial roof replaced. So you’ve decided to replace your commercial roof, and you have lots of questions: How long will it take? How will it disrupt my business? Will it be a messy process? Is it noisy? Let’s look at what you can expect during your commercial … Read More
7 Signs It Might Be Time to Replace Your Commercial Roof
Will you know when it’s time to replace your commercial roof? How do you know when it’s time to replace your commercial roof? Since your building is often your most valuable asset, it’s critical to preserve it. A commercial roof’s primary function is to protect the contents of your building from leaks. Unfortunately, many weaknesses … Read More
How to Select The Best Commercial Roofing Contractor
How to select the best commercial roofing contractor for your commercial building. Deciding on the best commercial roofing contractor for your flat roof project can be a confusing and daunting task. We’ve put together a few tips that will help you find the best fit for your commercial roof installation, maintenance, or repair project. Do … Read More
Commercial Roofing Types: What’s Most Common in Minnesota?
What are the most common commercial roofing types used on commercial buildings in Minnesota? In this blog, we’ll explore this question and discuss the types of roofing materials commonly used to keep our buildings dry.Minnesotans have bragging rights when it comes to extreme climate. With 140-degree temperature swings from summer to winter, we see almost … Read More
Understanding Flat Commercial Roofs: Load Capacity and Durability
Understanding Flat Commercial Roofs: Load Capacity and Durability Flat roofs are popular for commercial buildings due to their cost-effectiveness, ease of installation, and versatility. However, one crucial aspect of flat commercial roofs that often goes overlooked is their load capacity. Understanding the types of loads your building’s roof is built to withstand is important … Read More
My Commercial Roof Is Leaking: Who should I call first?
My Commercial Roof Is Leaking: Who should I call first? It’s easy to ignore the roof of your commercial building during a historic drought like we had in 2022. But what do you do if you suddenly find your commercial roof is leaking after a heavy downpour? Who should you call first? While this may … Read More
The Long-Term ROI of Quality Craftsmanship and Materials for Your Commercial Flat Roof
Maximizing Investment Through Wise Construction Choices. Commercial flat roofs hover somewhere out in the peripheral vision of commercial building owners. Too often, we treat this critical component of one of our most valuable assets as a mere checkbox in our budget sheets. When it’s time to address a flat roof replacement, building owners all too … Read More
It’s Time to Find Out How Well Your Commercial Roof Survived Winter
Do you know how your commercial roof survived winter? This past winter was historically mild, with minimal snowfall and several spells of warmer weather. While you might think that this means your flat commercial roof didn’t experience any damage, the truth is that it still went through a lot and may need some attention. Factors … Read More
Early Detection and Repair of Commercial Roof Leaks
Why early mitigation of commercial roof leaks will save you money and safeguard your investment over time. “Beware of little expenses; a small leak will sink a great ship.” – Benjamin Franklin Your commercial building is similar to a ship in many ways. And just like a ship, it needs protection from leaks to continue … Read More
How Does a Flat Commercial Roof Drain?
Flat commercial roofs require a functional drainage system to protect the interior of the building from water damage. Your commercial roof may incorporate one of several different types of drainage systems, some using more than one. So, how does a flat commercial roof drain? Is my roof really flat? While your roof may be considered … Read More
Budgeting for a Commercial Roof Replacement
Replacing a commercial flat roof can be a significant investment for any business. As a commercial roof contractor, several considerations go into budgeting for such a project when working with a client. What We Take Into Account When Bidding a New Commercial Roof Here are the key considerations that need to be taken into account … Read More
What Are the Leading Causes of Commercial Roof Damage?
The 6 Leading Causes of Commercial Roof Damage. Being aware of the causes of commercial roof damage can help prevent the expense and business disruption of a damaged, leaky roof. If you are a building owner, Property Manager, or Facilities Manager, chances are you have had to deal with a leaky roof at some point … Read More
Commercial Roof Flashing 101: The Basics
What is commercial roof flashing, and do I need to know about it? When a roofing company is in the process of building a new commercial structure, one of the most critical components to consider is flashing. Flashing refers to the materials used to seal around edges, corners, and roof penetration that protect against water … Read More
Commercial Roofing Contractors: How to Hire the Best for Your Business
If you’re a business owner, you know that it’s important to keep your property in top condition. This includes the roofing! A leaky roof can bring a business to its knees, causing downtime, lost revenue, and damaged inventory, fixtures, and equipment. Good commercial roofing contractors can help take care of any repairs or replacements your … Read More
6 Tips for Taking Care of Your Commercial Roof This Winter (2024)
Commercial Roof Maintenance During the Winter Months This time of year can be problematic for your commercial roof. Snow and ice accumulation, freezing and thawing temperatures, and the potential for leaks all make it essential to maintain your commercial roof this winter. Luckily, you can take some simple steps to protect your commercial roof from … Read More