One of the biggest frustrations a facility manger experiences is when money is spent on a major expense like a roof replacement only to find evidence of water entry reoccur shortly after.

When you see a puddle of water on the floor or a drip coming from a ceiling tile, it’s common to suspect the roof, but the truth is, there are several places where the water could be coming in from. Becoming familiar with the most likely scenarios and understanding how to identify the source of water intrusion can save you time and budget.

As posted recently by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of information provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows construction material prices rose 0.8% from April to May. However, on a year-over-year basis, the price of construction materials decreased 6.8%.

Soprema awards Wayne’s Roofing the 2020 Mammouth Club Award in recognition of being a top tier contractor and supporter of the Soprema brand.

Walking across a blacktop parking lot on a sunny day can feel like the temperature just went up 20 degrees, because surface material has a lot to do with temperature. If you move from the blacktop to the grass and you can instantly feel the difference.

It’s the same with roofs. Dark roofs absorb light — up to 90% of solar energy — and convert it to heat, emitting it back into the atmosphere. White ones absorb less light by reflecting the light without transferring it into heat.

While the U.S. roofing industry has not yet been affected to the extent of some other countries, the impact of the virus on Chinese production has been devastating for global markets and construction supply chains.

Have you ever thought about a career in Roofing?

Discover your future in this growing industry! From developing roofing materials, evaluating the roof systems, providing the design, or driving the materials to the job site—there is something for every skillset in roofing.

Comcast introduces Internet Essentials. Affordable high-speed Internet for affordable high-speed Internet at home. Internet Essentials is a program for families and other low-income households who currently do not subscribe to Internet at home and meet the eligibility requirements.

At Wayne’s Roofing, your safety and security are one of our biggest priorities. The information originally posted regarding masks has changed, and we want to make sure you have the most up-to-date and accurate information.

At this time all contractors are required to comply with the following COVID-19 worksite-specific safety practices, as outlined in Gov. Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” Proclamation 20-25, and in accordance with the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries General Coronavirus Prevention Under Stay Home-Stay Healthy Order (DOSH Directive 1.70.

Wayne's Roofing Recognizes the Importance of the Roofing Industry During National Roofing Week, Aug. 23-29

Wayne’s Roofing provides Sikalastic® RoofPro System to REI Warehouse. Learn more about the project.

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has produced a video to showcase the heart and character of our amazing industry worth watching and sharing.

Wayne’s Roofing is pleased to announce that Bryan McKee has earned a well-deserved promotion to Safety Supervisor over seeing and managing safety of all our field personnel effective April 13th.

Here is some basic information about how to stay healthy and boost your immune system. It's important to stay healthy, and eating right, exercising, and getting plenty of rest all help. Here are some other helpful hints for staying healthy and keeping your immune system tip top!

Stay Healthy! And Take Care!

As part of our commitment to helping you through these challenging times, we want to share important information you may find interesting or relevant. It's important to know the facts. Please share with your family and friends.

The Davis Memorial Foundation awards scholarships each year to individuals who want to further their education. This year, based on the generous support of WSRCA members, they are now offering scholarships at $5,000 EACH for 2020. All students are encouraged to apply!

We are Commercial Roofing and Waterproofing Specialists here at Wayne’s Roofing, with over 50 Years of experience.

Establishing a program of regular inspections and performing routine maintenance is the key to maximizing roof performance and avoiding issues such as ponding water.

Let’s look out for each other by knowing our status, trying not to infect others, and reserving care for those in need. With that in mind, Apple released a new COVID-19 app and website based on CDC guidance you may find useful. This tool can help you understand what to do next about COVID-19. Learn more and download the APP.

(According to Trent Cotney, NRCA General Counsel.) With no end currently in sight to the extensive outbreak in China of the novel coronavirus (now officially named COVID-19) and the rapid spread of the virus throughout other parts of the world, the U.S. construction industry is already experiencing effects and should brace itself for more to come.

If you knew the exact year your commercial roof would fail, what would you do to prevent it from happening? Being proactive is the most cost-effective method. At Wayne’s Roofing we’ve found that facility managers and building owners who implement preventative maintenance strategies end up spending significantly less per square foot for maintenance compared to those who manage reactively or wait until there’s a problem.

As a business owner, one of the most important and most overlooked things is the roof over your business. Luckily, there are some things you can look for to be proactive in the care and maintenance of your roof, and spring is great time to do that.