Sustainable Roofing

Many words are used to describe ballasted roofing systems — economical, basic and durable being some of the most common. The word cool, by any definition, doesn’t usually come to mind when one thinks of ballasted EPDM roofs.

Composite Slate Shingles Inspire Innovative Roof Design

September 12, 2013

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There’s nothing quite like the classic look of a slate roof, but in many cases quarried slate is too heavy or too expensive to even consider.

Boston Goes Green: The Element Combines Sustainability and Luxury in Allston’s Green District

Samantha Meux

August 21, 2013

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The Element is one of a series of sustainable retrofits in the Allston Green District to meet Boston's 2007 Green Building Zoning motion.

Nations Roof Works Hard to Exceed Expectations

This Commercial Contractor Delivers Safety, Quality, and Service at a National Level

Chris King

August 7, 2013

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From the outset, Nations Roof was envisioned as a national company structured to take advantage of economies of scale while at the same time fulfilling the unique needs of each market.

Sustainable Roofing

Shining a Light on Daylighting

If you’re not sure daylighting is important for roofing contractors, try this quick test.

Jim Hoff

August 7, 2013

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Does your company’s website include a section on daylighting? If not, you may be missing out on one of the fastest-growing trends in both commercial and residential roofing.