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About Detroit RoofingRoofers provide homeowners and businesses with important services. Construction of solid roofs for new buildings is one specialty that makes their trade invaluable, but there are also numerous smaller tasks roofing contractors perform. While some homeowners will be able to do minor roof work, any major work often requires the skills of roofing contractors. Roof inspection, maintenance, repair and upgrading are all jobs roofers are specially trained to do. Roofers' specialties often depend on what types of buildings they work on and what kinds of environmental wear and tear are common in their area. How Climate Impacts Detroit's RoofsDetroit has very distinct seasons, each bringing new challenges to roofing contractors. Its summers are generally hot and humid and its winters are cold and windy. Winter also brings heavy snowfall, with an average of 45 inches of snow a year. Snow and ice are a major factor in roof damage during the winter. Many roofing contractors will provide ice removal services to prevent more costly repairs from ice damage. During rainy summers, roofers may also remove rotting leaves from roofs and gutters to prevent roof damage. Roofing Contractors Associations in DetroitSome roofers in Detroit belong to the National Roofing Contractors Association. This national organization supports its members by providing them with up-to-date information about the roofing trade, establishing industry standards, and providing them with networking and business opportunities. The group also provides consumers with information on the roofing industry, including information on how to choose a reliable roofing contractor. The Southeastern Michigan Roofing Contractors Association (SMRCA) is another group to which Detroit contractors can apply for membership. This group serves the interest and needs of local roofers as well as providing the general public with information about the roofing industry. The organization also has an apprentice program, which is supported by its members and the Roofers Union. More information about the SMRCA and its offerings can be attained by calling 586-759-2140 Rooftop Energy Gathering in DetroitDetroit's production of sustainable energy products is boosting its industry. One company in this market is United Solar Ovonic, located in the suburbs of Detroit. The company produces a number of rooftop solar energy harvesting systems, including solar shingles, which eliminate the need for large solar panels and replace traditional roofing shingles. Unusual Roofs in DetroitThe Comerica Tower in downtown Detroit has a unique roof that is recognizable for miles around. The 43-story office building was designed by architects John Burgee and Philip Johnson. Its most notable feature is the four Flemish gothic style-inspired spires. Between the spires are eight sides of the pitched roof. The roof supports one of the biggest roof-based gantry cranes in the world, from which a window-washer platform hangs. The Joe Louis Arena, also located in downtown Detroit, features the city's largest "green" roof, with over 6000 square feet of vegetation and 12 species of plants. The goal of The Detroit People Mover, the transportation company that owns the building, is to reduce carbon emissions, increase oxygen production, and create a more energy efficient building. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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