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DO YOU NEED A NEW ROOF?

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Have you caught yourself looking at your roof lately Have you caught yourself looking at your roof lately and thinking, “Do we need roofing replacement ? ” Well, it’s possible that you do. At PKM, We The #1 north shore roofing repairs services, we know the idea of replacing your roof can be daunting. But the reality is, a new roof can save you from all kinds of homeowner disasters. Sometimes, a simple roof repair is enough, but when the damage is significant enough, a full replacement may be necessary. Here are three reasons you may need to be in the market for a new roof: 1. ROOF LEAKS & WATER DAMAGE  If you have water dripping through your ceiling, it is very obvious that you have a major leak in your roof. But some leakage is not that obvious. You need to check if you have any dark water spots on the top of your roof, and you can do this by calling us and scheduling your free inspection. It’s worth taking the time to do ...

Industrial Roof Maintenance Guide: The Basics of Commercial Roof Drainage

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Industrial Roof Maintenance Guide: The Basics of Commercial Roof Drainage May 22, 2020  |  Roof Maintenance  |  2 comments The high standards for industrial roofing mean only a few manufacturers can provide a quality project that will stand the test of Mother Nature. Through rain, snow, hail, storms, and heavy winds, you want your industrial roof maintenance team to cover all the bases from cleanup to roof drainage. As most industrial roofs tend to be flat or slightly sloped, a drainage system is often required. The next time your Boston,ma or north shore based business is in the market for commercial roofs, don’t forget to add the drainage. Let’s talk about a major aspect of industrial roof maintenance: the drainage. The Problems Roof Water Brings In addition to looking unsightly from up above, roof water tends to collect in pools as the rain falls. Over time, water wears down on the insulation and top layers of the roof and can put pressure on its struc...

5 Steps to Improving Your Commercial Roof: Advice from an Industrial Roof Inspections Company

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5 Steps to Improving Your Commercial Roof: Advice from a Roof Inspections Company It's a new season, which means some new resolutions to continue maintaining your company’s reputation and appearance, including Residential roofing  and industrial roofing. As an industrial roof inspections company serving the BOSTON area for several Years, here’s what we recommend for keeping your business roof in the best shape it can be. Lock Down Access to the Roof Except by Approved Repairmen Even the most significant industrial roof inspections companies take precautions and require employees to take extensive safety training when going up on an industrial roof. We hire safety advisors and continuously monitor any issues that could cause accidents or threaten the well-being of our staff. For that reason, we recommend ensuring that nobody without safety equipment or prior approval is allowed on the roof. Stray explorers or pets can cause wear and tear damage as well as pose a safety c...

Prepare Your Roof after Spring Rains

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Prepare Your Roof for Spring Rains By  PATRICK MAYOMBO , Thursday may 21, 2020 PKM General Contracting  Roof precipitation and low temperatures of winter and the weather fluctuations of late winter and early spring can put stress on your roof, particularly if it’s an older roof. Summer is approaching and with that come spring rains. May is one of the wettest months of the year here in BOSTON, MA. Now is a great time to contact your local roofing contractor, like PKM General Contracting to inspect your roof for signs of damage or needed maintenance, and to prepare it for heavy spring rains and the harsh BOSTON summer as we are gettingcloserto june 20th. Have your gutters cleaned and ensure proper drainage. True, most leaves fall in the fall, but live oak trees, which we see a lot of here in the north shore MA, generally lose the bulk of their leaves in March & April. Make sure that you check your gutters periodically to ensure they remain clean....

COMMERCIAL ROOFING DISASTER RECOVERY SERVICES BOSTON, MA

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.HELP IS AVAILABLE 24/7/365. CALL NOW: 1-(978).798.5047 COMMERCIAL ROOFING DISASTER RECOVERY SERVICES Damages to your business from water Roof leak or storm damage can mean lost revenue and potentially, lost customers. When disaster strikes, we speed to your side to start the commercial restoration process to minimize business interruptions and maximize results. As a leader in disaster restoration, we bring more than 20 years of experience and expertise to every challenge.  A network of certified experts at your service. Complete this form to be contacted by   FREE ESTIMATE OUR COMPREHENSIVE REMEDIATION. SERVICES INCLUDE: ROOF MAINTENANCE  ROOF LEAK REPAIRS SNOW & ICEDAM REMOVAL ROOF REPLACEMENT EMERGENCY ROOF REPAIR SERVICES WHY PKM GENERAL CONTRACTING? We're ready to restore The roof of your home or place of business following any disaster 24/7 our trained and well-equipped experts respond to your emergency needs...

5 Roof Inspection Tips Every Property Manager Should Know

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5 Roof Inspection Tips Every Property Manager Should know As a property manager, you help establish rental rates, attract tenants, handle maintenance and repairs, and collect rents. It’s likely that no one ever told you roof inspection would be part of your job description.  These roof inspection tips will help make that part of your job easier. Property managers are responsible for the entire property and it’s important to remember that includes the roof. You must periodically inspect the roof to prevent deterioration and failure. This doesn’t have to be complicated or difficult. With these roof inspection tips, any property manager can learn to take care of your building from top to bottom.   The importance of caring for your roof They say that the best time to think about problems on your roof is when the sun is shining. Your roof is the most important component of your building and a huge financial investment. However, because you don’t think about it much, it’...

COMMERCIAL ROOFING

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Commercial Roofing Contractors Serving the North Shore Let Us Take Care of Your Largest Investment Oftentimes, one of the biggest expenses related to your business is the roof. It is responsible for protecting all your investments: equipment, inventory, employees and reputation. A failing roof could result in all your hard work being threatened by water or other elements. That’s why it’s important to work with experienced commercial roofing contractors to make sure that your business is fully protected. PKM General Contracting  has more than 20 years of experience working on all types of commercial roofing systems. We’ll diagnose and repair any issues with your property. Our expertise includes: • Rubber flat roofs • Asphalt shingles • Slate & copper • Skylights • Pipes & any exterior protrusions • Roof vents • solar mountings   • Tpo flat roof • PVC flat roof Why Choose Us At PKMGeneral Contracting, we understand that you can’t afford a day of downtime...

15 Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor

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15 Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor Picking a roofing contractor can be a stressful ordeal. You might be dealing with a leaking or damaged roof, and then on top of that, you have to sort through all of the available roofing contractors in your area to find one who will get the job done right while still being affordable. Understandably, you might not be sure about what makes a roofing contractor good or reliable, especially if you’re a new homeowner or have never needed one before. Here are 15 excellent questions to ask potential roofing contractors—before you sign on the dotted line. 1. ARE YOU A LICENSED ROOFING CONTRACTOR? Most states require roofing contractors to be licensed in that state in order to work; but codes and requirements will differ between states, which means it will help you to understand the code requirements for your area. This way you know you’re working with a roofer who will comply with your state’s codes. Knowing whether they are licensed, and whether t...

CITY of Boston true sept 7 for events with 10+ people. many Business are closed. anyone concerned?

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PKM Roof REPAIRS NORTH SHORE and surrounding The City of Boston will not host any event with a crowd of over ten people this summer through Labor Day on September 7th. It is still unclear if this includes events at Fenway Park, TD Garden, or July 4 fireworks (live concert is cancelled).

how roof contractors and others dealing with this strange time now?. #covid19

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Roofing contractor PEABODY Other than.Corona & 6ft social distancing or with April and may being shot down for major projects thats behind on schedule or not), what other concerns are other ROOFING CONTRACTORS having during this time?  We have have been covering alot of emergency repairs from contractors for work because workers can't show up for various reasons. (which is a problem right now), and roof replacement or interior painting with ppl inside the houses and offices closed till who knows when,. --.  Is anyone talking about changes for after #COVID19 or still dealing with the strange times now? Patrick kofo. M