The roof is arguably the most important part of your building, as it provides the layer of protection against the weather. If the roof goes bad, further damage is bound to follow. Because you don’t view the roof on a daily basis, it often goes forgotten until more extensive problems arise. It’s important to have the roof inspected regularly by a specialist to catch a problem before it causes a more expensive repair job than necessary.

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Many people repairing their roofs think roof replacement is an expensive option. In fact, roof repairs seem economical and quicker than roof replacement when you consider everything, but when you take a deeper look, you may find it beneficial to replace your roof in the following scenarios. 

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Duro-Last is a single-ply roofing system that allows customization to suit the needs of today's commercial buildings. Its unique design cuts down on mistakes made during the installation process since it is pre-fabricated to the exacting needs of the building. A Plus Roofing is Minneapolis' premier roofing company and is a Duro-Last contractor that services areas within 30 miles of South Minneapolis. They offer a complete line of Duro-Last products including:

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Though there often seems to be little difference between a residential and commercial roof -- after all, a roof is a roof, right? -- there are some critical ways in which the two vary. Finding a knowledgeable roofing contractor who deals effectively with the one you need is necessary to ensure that you have the materials and design for your Minneapolis/St. Paul home or Twin Cities business. The following are just a few of the differences between the two.

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Whether you are looking to replace the roof on your commercial building in the near future or you are exploring your roofing options for a new building, you want to make the right choice for your needs. A roof is a big upfront expense that you are not likely to want to repeat in the near future. Dura-Last offers you several benefits that make it attractive for commercial buildings of all sizes. 

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Winters can be brutal in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro areas. If you own a business, you know how important your roof can be to the health of it. A leaking roof can cost you thousands of dollars in lost product and revenue as well as make your business look unprofessional if you have to place buckets in strategic places in order to catch the leaks. Taking the time to perform an inspection on your roof during the spring can reap plenty of dividends later on down the road. 

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Many people don’t realize just how intricate their roofing system is. A flat roof is designed to be simple, economical, yet durable over the years. It doesn’t require a lot of maintenance, although it is designed with the idea of regular inspection and maintenance. If an aspect of the roof design is compromised it will eventually result in a leak. Inspections are important because eventually a component will wear out or be damaged by an outside force and begin a leak.

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The flat roof offers some distinct advantages over the traditional peaked roof. Although it’s typically viewed as an industrial or commercial building style, it has a place on residential structures as well. With some designs, the entire roof can be flat; with others a portion of the building can incorporate the horizontal design feature. Whether residential or commercial, there are reasons concerning structure, practicality and aesthetics toward choosing a flat roof.

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Although it doesn’t incorporate a pitch to allow the elements to roll off, the flat roof is proven as an efficient method of covering commercial buildings with the first layer of protection against the weather. The flat roof has some advantages over a pitched roof, notably the ease of access for inspections and repair work. They also tend to be less expensive to replace, for the aspects of both the materials and labor.

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Flat roofs are popular on commercial buildings; however, they can come with a host of problems. Luckily, these can easily be avoided with proper maintenance. Here are four reasons that you may want to consider routine maintenance, which will keep your roof in tip-top condition and avoid many repairs.

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