04
2017
Featured Projects: Apartment Management Company uses Gray TPO
There has been a long-standing debate in low slope roofing about the effectiveness of a white, Energy Star roof versus a traditional black Rubber or asphalt roof, but who says everything needs to be black or white? There has got to be a gray area. All Elements is authorized to install gray from several manufacturers. Gray, as well as Tan and Terra Cotta (think clay...
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11
2017
10 Rounds With Dustin Hesse
What is one thing you would like building owners to know about (making repairs to) their roof? A little maintenance can go along way. What’s the most common problems you see? Not using the proper materials to make the necessary repairs. What are the worst things to put off repairing? Curb flashings and...
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11
2017
Featured Project: Union Gospel Mission, St Paul, MN
All Elements completed roof repairs at several of the Union Gospel Mission buildings in Saint Paul including the Christ Recovery Center, Men’s Dorm and Oberg Community Center. Dustin Hesse was asked to inspect several roofs by the Manager of Building Maintenance for the Union Gospel Mission, Twin Cities. Dustin found a history of repairs and current leaks, it looked like further repairs would not provide...
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11
2017
Winter Roofing, Planning for Spring Roofing
It happens every year about this time, our friends and family will say something like “…so must be slowing down for you about this time of year?”, or maybe “must be nice to take the winter off” and I enjoy the look on their face when I respond, “for the flat roofers, we don’t take the winter off, matter of fact, our busiest time of...
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04
2017
Is My Roof Hail Damaged?
The summer of 2017 started out with some impressive hail storms. Did you see the videos of people shoveling hailstones in Coon Rapids, MN? Or of cars with smashed windshields in the Metro Twin Cities? That brings us to a question we hear frequently: “Is my roof hail damaged?” Here are things to consider when you are determining if you have hail damage. First, hail...
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04
2017
FEATURED PROJECT: American Crystal Sugar Company, Crookston, MN
American Crystal Sugar Company’s Crookston, MN plant had a problem. Storms damaged their roofs and many needed full replacement, but that was only the beginning of the challenge. The plant has been in Crookston for a long time and over the years buildings were added, renovated and modified. The resulting complex has dozens of roofs at different elevations. This facility produces the sugar you see...
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03
2017
10 Questions with Paul Levisee, Roof Consultant
What is one thing you would like building owners to know about (making repairs to) their roof? Be proactive, not reactive. What’s the most common problem you see? Not doing proper research of a contractor. Cheapest isn’t always the best. What are the worst things to put off repairing? Curbs, and when EPDM walls are “tenting” badly. How long have you been in roofing? 10...
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13
2017
Featured Project: Impressions, Inc. St Paul, Minnesota
Impressions, Inc. in St Paul, Minnesota needs two things from their roof. First, to not leak. Second, to have a warranty that would keep their printing equipment safe. They found both in a Duro-Last PVC roof. All Elements estimator, Dustin Hesse proposed a recover of the original roof that met Impressions criteria. Impressions’ roof was a ballasted EPDM roof that had exceeded its expected lifespan...
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13
2017
10 Things with Justin Smith, Residential Division Manager
What is one thing you would like building owners to know about (making repairs to) their roof? Caulking is only a temporary fix to a problem What’s the most common problems you see? Shingles that are nailed too high What are the worst things to put off repairing? Missing or damaged roof & window flashing How long have you been in roofing? 10 wonderful years...
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30
2017
Featured Project: First State Mall, LaMoure North Dakota
Recently All Elements completed reroofing the First State Mall in LaMoure, North Dakota. This big springtime project suffered several weather delays with lots of ice. Nonetheless, in a matter of six or seven working days this 300 square roof transformed from a big headache with constant leaking and other nagging issues to a nice, dry, reliable roof. We asked Vince Watkins, President of the First...
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30
2017
10 Things with Rob Petterson, Assistant Foreman
What is one thing you would like building owners to know about their roof and making repairs? Any leak is a bad leak. What’s the most common problems you see? Bad flashing on units and scuppers. What are the worst things to put off repairing? Any repair. How long have you been in roofing? 17 years. What is the thing you’ve...
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30
2017
Thermal Imaging: Roofing Superpower!
When I was kid I wondered why Superman had x-ray vision. I mean, if you’re already a superhero, how much more advantage do you get from seeing through things? Isn’t it enough to fly? To have the strength to bend steel? Fast forward from my innocent youth to the present. Roofing technology isn’t quite offering x-ray vision, but our vision is now superhuman thanks to...
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18
2017
What Makes a Flat Roof Fail
“You need a new roof.” Not the five favorite words of any property owner, right? We understand why no one wants to hear these words. Let’s face it, roofs are expensive. Any way you slice it, a new roof is one of the most expensive repairs on a building. The raw price tag, the cost per square foot, the percentage of your maintenance budget: however...
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14
2017
10 things with Justin Marsh, Repair Division Manager
What is one thing you would like building owners to know about making repairs to their roof? You might have great intentions, but make sure the materials you use on your roof are compatible. For example, don’t use tar on a rubber roof. What’s the most common problems you see? Roofs at the end of their life, they need maintenance. Stretch holes, cracks in asphalt,...
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14
2017
Checklist for Seasonal Roof Inspection
Spring has come early to Minnesota. Normally in March we’re talking about melting snow causing leaks, but this March we’re already talking about storm damage. Thunderstorms, tornados, hail and high winds–usually summer phenomenon–have already rolled through. The routine spring inspection typically focuses on damage and debris from winter, but inspecting for storm damage is also necessary this year. All Elements Roofing can perform regular roof...
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31
2017WINTER ROOF REPAIRS
Help, I have a leak! Can you fix my roof in the winter? At All Elements we receive calls all winter long about leaks on flat roofs. We can fix many winter leaks, but not all of them. A variety of factors come into play. Winter temperatures can be too low for some roofing adhesives and caulks. Most adhesives specify a minimum temperature of 40...
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28
2016
FEATURED PROJECT: Cheyenne River Health Center
We’re proud to announce successful completion of a really huge project: the Cheyenne River Health Center in Eagle Butte, South Dakota. It’s a pretty new building, but the roof had serious problems. When the CRHC opened in 2011, it had a Firestone roof: Ultra Ply 60 Mil TPO with Red Shield warranty. Unfortunately, the building suffered chronic leaking from the very beginning. All Elements Roof...
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16
2016What is Phenolic Foam Insulation?
Phenolic foam insulation was a short-lived innovation developed in the early 80s. It was a response to the energy-crisis, which called for greater insulation efficiency. As regulations required higher R-value insulation in roofs, a demand arose for material which offered both fire resistance and high R-value, while not requiring a full roofing re-build to accommodate its thickness. Common Phenolic Foam Insulation Problems This seemingly cost-effective...
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14
2016
How To Know When You Need a New Roof
Is it time to replace your roof? A sound and solid roof plays a vital role in protecting your home. A compromised roof won’t protect your house from water damage, such as structural rot, mold issues, electrical problems and compromised insulation. Inspect your roof twice a year, ideally in the spring and the fall. When you clean your gutters is a perfect time to assess...
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09
2016
Has Your Roof Sprung a Leak?
There’s nothing worse than that sinking feeling you get when you realize your roof has sprung a leak. You may be tempted to procrastinate, telling yourself that it’s a slow leak and a well-placed bucket will take care of the problem. However, addressing a leaky roof immediately, whether residential or commercial, is the best way to protect family or employee safety. It’s also more economical...
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