19-03-2012 14:03 We recently finished this wood shake to composition reroof in Puyallup. Another happy customer who was more than willing to share her experience with people trying to decide which roofing company to use. Call us for a free estimate: (206) 933-8275 http://www.jorve.com http://www.facebook.com @JorveRoofing http://www.youtube.com
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ROCKTON, Ill., March 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A sea of orange united at the AccuLynx booth on February 23, 2012, at the International Roofing Expo in Florida. AccuLynx gave away not one, but two motorcycles as a show of appreciation to their loyal customers and fans. To qualify for a winning ticket, attendees proudly wore brightly colored AccuLynx T-shirts while the boisterous crowd enthusiastically chanted the company's name. Smiles were abundant and AccuLynx was on the required list of booths to visit thanks to the "Rev up your Profits Big Bike Giveaway." AccuLynx also offered free ten-minute massages, which were a huge success.
The industry-leading AccuLynx Business Management Software for Contractors has now taken a step even further. They have retooled and redesigned their widely recognized web-based software platform. AccuLynx 2.0 will have a more user-friendly interface, customizable work flow, convenient dashboard and many more new features. Over the next few months, 2.0 will replace the original platform by migrating current users and allowing all new users to jump right onto this new version.
The AccuLynx team has been secretly working on a yearlong project running parallel to the existing application to ensure customer satisfaction. Version 2.0 addresses the concerns actual customers have had over the past few years to include customized reporting, more detailed project management and an easier, more intuitive user experience. "Our main focus has been to give the end user a more engaging social feel with their coworkers while also consistently knowing what the next step is on a project at all times," says Richard Spanton Jr., CEO. AccuLynx has listened to their customers and has proven they are 100% committed to giving them what they want. AccuLynx 2.0 has many features and processes that are directly designed by customers. These features are based on thousands of actual projects processed by customers on AccuLynx. Most of these ideas came to fruition during in-person user forums and feedback sessions online where customers joined together to share ideas, feature requests and their visions of the product. AccuLynx is a customer-centric company and implements what people really want and need.
The new platform will help AccuLynx grow its company as well. AccuLynx 2.0 facilitates development and expansion of the product in a much faster and more responsive manner. AccuLynx will now have the scalability to reach its goal of one million users.
About AccuLynx.com -- Headquartered in Rockton, IL, just north of Chicago, AccuLynx is a web-based construction management software helping contractors manage their entire business. Initial development started in 2006 and AccuLynx launched its first product in 2009. Since then, AccuLynx propelled itself as the current industry leader with over 3,000 users and 227% growth in 2011. Continued growth plans for AccuLynx include capturing more market share from exterior construction trades and evolving into other specialty trade markets by 2013. For more information, please call (866) 981-5969 or visit http://www.acculynx.com.
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SYCAMORE GAF and Theisen Roofing & Siding Co. Inc. are partnering with Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County to provide roofing materials and professional installation for the organizations 11th build.
The latest Habitat house is the first the group has done in Sycamore. Installation and material donations are part of a national partnership between GAF and Habitat for Humanity, to match roofing materials donations from GAF with installation services donated by GAF Master Elite and Certified contractors in communities across the U.S.
We are excited to partner with GAF and Theisen Roofing on our first renovation project. We deeply appreciate Theisen Roofings commitment to our community and GAFs sponsorship of this program, said Jennifer Meschner, president of Habitat for Humanity of DeKalb County. This donation will go a long way in keeping with our mission of building decent, affordable housing for families in need.
Theisen Roofing & Siding is one of more than 4,000 GAF Master Elite and Certified contractors eligible to participate in the partnership. The installed roofs will carry GAFs System Plus Ltd. warranty.
We are thrilled not only to be able to offer this contribution to an organization creating affordable housing , but also to be able to reinforce the efforts of our Master Elite and Certified contractors as they strive to support the communities in which they live and work, said Jim Slauson, vice president of certified programs and services at GAF.
We are so pleased to have this chance to work in partnership with Habitat to give back to our neighbors in DeKalb County, said Jeff Theisen, president of Theisen Roofing. We have a great sense of pride in knowing our work is part of a solution that creates affordable housing for families in our area.
Construction is expected to be complete by early summer. Roof installation will begin as soon as the weather permits.
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The Publix warehouse in Lakeland has a roof area larger than 10 football fields. Sutter Roofing of Sarasota began installing a thermoplastic system on the building in December. (Photo provided by Sutter Roofing)
SARASOTA - It's a job that, in these relatively slow times, roofers drool over: a space the size of 10 football fields.
Sutter Roofing of Sarasota is wrapping up work on the thermoplastic roof for a 600,000-square-foot warehouse owned by Publix in Lakeland.
The $2.5 million roofing effort was begun in December and is expected to be completed this month.
"The size of this project was massive, about 13 football fields of roof area and 100 truckloads of material," said Doug Sutter, the Sarasota company's president.
"The project is going great with the production and labor budgets both exceeding our expectations."
The roof is expected to be an "energy star" project and LEED-certified, a rating created and governed by the U.S. Green Building Council.
The roofing system is a thermoplastic roofing membrane that temporarily changes from a solid to a semi-solid state when heated sufficiently.
That allows sheets or panels that are overlapped to be fused together and return to a solid upon cooling, forming one continuous membrane.
Sutter, a fourth-generation commercial roofing company, has worked with Publix for more than 15 years.
Published: Monday, March 19, 2012 at 3:28 p.m. Last Modified: Monday, March 19, 2012 at 3:28 p.m.
WILMINGTON | Roofing company Flores & Foley LLC has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
The company, at 2015 Capital Drive in Wilmington, has liabilities of $3.628 million and assets of $1.165 million, according to the filing.
The company owes New Hanover County $8,264 in taxes, according to documents filed Friday with U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Eastern North Carolina.
Under Chapter 11 a company continues to operate while it seeks to reorganize to pay its creditors.
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WILMINGTON | Roofing company Flores & Foley LLC has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
The company, at 2015 Capital Drive in Wilmington, has liabilities of $3.628 million and assets of $1.165 million, according to the filing.
The company owes New Hanover County $8,264 in taxes, according to documents filed Friday with U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Eastern North Carolina.
Under Chapter 11 a company continues to operate while it seeks to reorganize to pay its creditors.
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NAPERVILLE, Ill., March 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Opal Enterprises, a Naperville roofing company, has recently received its certification as a 'Certified Green Roofer,' from GAF. GAF is the largest roofing manufacturer in North America and this means customers can be confident that they're choosing a responsible Wheaton roofing company when they work with Opal Enterprises.
In order to be named as a certified green roofer, Opal Enterprises completed a number of different types of USGBC-approved training.
"It is vitally important that Opal cares about each step of the remodeling process. I hate that there are so many landfills being so quickly filled up. Construction debris has no place in the landfills," said Tara D. Opalski, Marketing Manager for Opal Enterprises (http://www.opalenterprises.net/).
Since becoming a certified green St. Charles roofing company, Opal Enterprises has recycled 217 tons of asphalt shingles. Opal Enterprises has ensured that the entire process happens completely within the Chicagoland area, which means the carbon footprint of the roofing project is reduced even further.
"We've recycled tons of shingles, but most people don't really understand just how many shingles this actually is -- it's the equivalent of over 540 cows! If you're in the Chicago area ask what a roofing company will do with the shingles. Looking for a company with a green certification to make sure your shingles aren't left filling a landfill is one the best things you can do to help protect our planet," said Opalski.
About Opal Enterprises: Opal Enterprises (http://www.opalenterprises.net/) is a remodeling company that is family owned and operated with the partnership of some very enriching employees. They have been installing windows, siding, and roofs for over 10 years. Located in Naperville, they are proud to serve the western suburbs of Chicago. Their niche is specific to better serve the homeowner in the needs of replacements and improvements of roofing, windows, doors, gutters and house siding in Lisle. Their focus is for their customers to have a pleasant experience while they tend to the end result of energy efficient beauty.
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These coveted industry awards recognize Aspenmark Roofing and Solars dedication to quality roof system installations, and their commitment to continuous improvement and superior customer service.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) March 16, 2012
Most consumers recognize that choosing a roofing contractor can be a confusing and sometimes risky decision. In fact, the Better Business Bureau lists roofing as one of the highest inquiry categories nationwide. As a factory-certified Master Elite Contractor, Aspenmark Roofing and Solar has been carefully pre-screened by GAF. In fact, only 2% of the roofing contractors in the country have earned GAFs Master Elite status a distinction that truly sets them apart from the rest, and ensures that Aspenmark Roofing and Solar is dedicated to helping every customer make their best and safest roofing decision. As a GAF Master Elite Contractor, they are also dedicated to continuous improvement and training through access to CARE (the Center for the Advancement of Roofing Excellence). CARE is a non-profit educational institute supported by GAF and dedicated to changing an industry through excellence in education.
To see other Aspenmark Roofing and Solar projects, or to check out our Dallas/Ft. Worth roofing products and services, visit http://www.aspenmarkroofing.com or http://www.roofleakssuck.com.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. -
As Mid-State residents are beginning to make repairs to their homes that were damaged in the recent spring storms and tornados, the Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee is offering a warning to homeowners.
Since the devastating storms moved through the area nearly two weeks ago, "Storm Chasers" have flocked to Tennessee. With that in mind, the better BBB is urging all homeowners to be cautious when dealing with roofers, especially companies that may knock on your door that you have never dealt with before.
Don Kennedy is a long time Nashville roofing expert. He told Nashville's News 2 to always use caution when deciding on a roofing company.
"As soon as the storm hit, we got calls from roofing contractors from Texas, Colorado and Florida. They want to come in and sub-contract from us, and give us 10%," he explained.
Kennedy added, "They are not licensed or bonded, they come in and do the work under your company name, and they are in and out. It can be good money, but the problem is we are here to take care of the customer and we are left to take care of their botched up jobs. It gives us a bad reputation."
Kennedy took Nashville's News 2 Investigates to Green Hills on Thursday where he says many storm chasers have been knocking on doors searching for business.
"They know where the storm hit. We had a guy we did work for the day after, and he says he had 11 people knock on his door wanting to do a roof inspection, because he had roof damage," he said, adding, "Door to door salesman are not what they use to be. You don't know anything about them or their reputation. Nobody knows them. They try and manipulate the customer. "
As we ride down the street, we locate four signs for a roofing company out of Kansas.
The company has a good record with the BBB.
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Advancements in Roofing Technology at Roofing Southwest
Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) March 13, 2012
An infrared image might pick up such problems as missing insulation, moisture underneath roofing materials, energy leaks in the roofing system, and much more. Since infrared imaging is non-invasive, it is a more economic method of diagnosing problems than ripping up the roof to check for hidden damage or energy loss. This offers terrific advantages for roofing companies and property owners to not only catch problems that otherwise might have remained hidden, but also providing for a more sound, money-saving decision when deciding between repairing and maintaining, or completely tearing off and replacing the roof.
Another advantage to using infrared or thermographic imaging is for use with spray foam roofing materials. Spray foam typically seals tightly around vents, pipes and other roof penetrations. Because it is applied as a liquid (which expands during application), it forms a continuous, seamless, protective barrier. There are no seams or joints - the most common source of leaks in traditional roofs. A thermographic image taken after application can show any spots that might not have been covered properly and can be finished with a quick touch up application of foam.
Many states and government programs offer tax credits when home and business owners upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency. Thermal scans of the roof are playing a big part in helping people save money particularly in larger commercial buildings, including apartments, hotels, casinos, schools, and industrial & retail complexes although homeowners can save substantial amounts as well. Studies have shown that upgrading buildings to more energy efficient products can save as much as 15 30% (or more) in utility costs in some cases. If youd like to know what tax credits are available in your state, you can visit the government website: http://energy.gov/savings.
About Roofing Southwest
With 40 years in the roofing business, the professionals at Roofing Southwest have decades of combined experience working on all types of roofs, both commercial and residential. Noteworthy projects include The Orleans Casino, Gold Coast Casino, UNLV, Nellis AFB & Clark County School District. Roofing Southwest is licensed, bonded, andinsured to conduct business in Arizona, Nevada, California, New Mexico, and Texas.For more information, please visit http://www.roofingsouthwest.com/las_vegas or call 702-834-4655.
David Limon Roofing Southwest (702) 273-0765 Email Information
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ZEELAND TOWNSHIP -- An Indiana man is recovering in the hospital today after he was pinned to the ground by 400-pound roofing rolls that unexpectedly came off a trailer, pinning him to the ground.
Robert Gray, 69, of Fairbanks, Ind., had just delivered several 400-pound rolls of roofing material to a job site at 759 Construction Court in Zeeland Township when the accident happened about 4:40 p.m. Tuesday.
Ottawa County sheriff's deputies said a hi-lo driver was removing the load from a flatbed trailer when other rolls on the trailer broke free and rolled off the trailer. Gray was hit by the rolls and pinned to the ground.
Police said the hi-lo driver managed to use the machine to lift the material off Gray.
He was taken to to the hospital with head and leg injuries and was in stable condition, deputies said. The injuries were not life-threatening.
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Roofing rolls, 400 pounds each, roll off trailer and onto man in Zeeland Township