January 25th, 2009
People do not generally describe their reason for being in the roofing business by saying, “It’s fun, exciting, and I really love helping people.” They do it because there is a demand for it and because they can make money doing it.
Sometimes, if they do almost everything right, they can make a lot of money doing it. Sometimes, if they do almost everything right, they can lose their shirts. Likewise, either of those results can occur when they do almost everything wrong. It’s a perplexing business.
In the uniquely entertaining guide The Business of Re-Roofing: An Owner’s Manual, author Neal Middleton provides a clear, concise roadmap for long-term success in the roofing business.
The formula Middleton outlines in The Business of Re-Roofing: An Owner’s Manual is valid, tested, and proven in a variety of circumstances, from the fast-paced and highly competitive marketplace of the Washington, D.C. Metro area, to small markets like Stroudsburg, PA. It’s not a theory, or a speculation, or a hypothesis. It simply works-and it can help you create a successful re-roofing business!
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January 24th, 2009
Here is the first detailed manual designed specifically to guide the facility manager in making the best decisions regarding roofing systems replacements, repairs and upgrades. The full scope of current roofing applications and building envelope technologies are covered in detail, including both conventional and non-conventional roofing structures. You’ll learn about the latest developments in roofing materials and cladding systems, as well as how factors such as weather conditions and thermal expansion and contraction impact roofing design and material selection. Other topics include insulation and waterproofing membrane requirements, energy system calculations, fasteners and flashings, local codes and standards, life cycles of roofing systems, environmental considerations, roofing project management, and warranty and maintenance of roofing systems, and roofing safety and liability. This book will provide a welcome resource for the facility manager seeking to modify, add to or improve his/her facility’s roofing systems.
Customer Review: Vendor-Neutral Recommendations
As a professional in the building materials industry, this book is a welcome surprise. Generally, books of this nature that are designed to assist in the conception, design, purchase, installation and upkeep of any portion of a building usually degenerate into a barely-tolerable advertisement for one manufacturer or another. Mr. Reid’s book, on the other hand, does an excellent job of discussing what you need to know to make a sound decision, what you should be trying to accomplish, and the options that you have in trying to accomplish your task. I would highly recommend this book to anyone in the construction or building management industries.
Customer Review: This Roofing Book gave me all the info I needed.
I was able to find out everything I needed to know for my roofing project. Reid’s book was complete and organized in a way that made it easy for me to find and diagnose my situation. The book also gave me information on financing and estimates to reduce my energy costs so I was able to profit from fewer roof repairs. I am better able to sell my roofing projects because I can reduce facility costs for heating, which Reid’s book shows how to do. There was lots of info on materials and step by step sample thermal and expansion calculations. Compared to other roofing books, this one was pretty good. .
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