What Makes a Difference?
As a certified contractor with GAF/ELK whose roofing products they use, Dorsey’s UnLimited Construction employees are required to successfully complete regular training with GAF/ELK in order to maintain that certification. OSHA safety training is also mandatory.
“They’re not just guys who have roofed or think they can roof," Mr. Dorsey said "They need to know what they’re doing.”
In addition to the office in Arlington, Dorsey also has offices in Abilene TX and Oklahoma City.
Dorsey is a family business. Daughter Ashley is production manager and keeps the books, Father Warren and Brother Rodney also work in the business.
Brian Dorsey also believes in the value of outside experience before joining the family business.
“Not because I don’t want them in it, but because I think they need a lot of practical experience," he said. "And then if they decide to work in the company, then you can bring that in, obviously with a different mindset.”
Brian's biggest business challenge is getting homeowners to understand what goes into properly putting on a roof.
“A lot of people look at strictly bottom line and say ‘But this is so much cheaper,’" he said. "And there’s a reason for that. We all pay the same for material. It’s either in the insurance or in labor, and that’s where the difference is.”
“They’re not just guys who have roofed or think they can roof," Mr. Dorsey said "They need to know what they’re doing.”
In addition to the office in Arlington, Dorsey also has offices in Abilene TX and Oklahoma City.
Dorsey is a family business. Daughter Ashley is production manager and keeps the books, Father Warren and Brother Rodney also work in the business.
Brian Dorsey also believes in the value of outside experience before joining the family business.
“Not because I don’t want them in it, but because I think they need a lot of practical experience," he said. "And then if they decide to work in the company, then you can bring that in, obviously with a different mindset.”
Brian's biggest business challenge is getting homeowners to understand what goes into properly putting on a roof.
“A lot of people look at strictly bottom line and say ‘But this is so much cheaper,’" he said. "And there’s a reason for that. We all pay the same for material. It’s either in the insurance or in labor, and that’s where the difference is.”
Advantages of TPO Roofing Systems
Currently, there are at least six manufacturers of TPO roofing membrane in the United States as well as several marketers. TPO roofing membrane is typically based on polypropylene and EP ethylene-propylene rubber polymerized together using state-of-the-art polymer manufacturing technology.
TPO roofing membrane is typically installed using mechanical fasteners and plates placed along the edge of the sheet and fastened through the membrane and into the roof decking. One of the primary benefits of TPO membrane is the ability to fuse the sheets together with a hot air welder. The strength of these welds is amazing, since you are essentially melting the products into each other.
Also worth noting, is that TPO is environmentally friendly, chlorine free material that can be easily recycled after its use as a roofing membrane has expired. These thermoplastic roofing membranes are among the fastest growing commercial roofing products and have gained broad industry acceptance for their many performance and installation advantages. Thermoplastic PolyOlefin “TPO” roofing membranes are suitable for a variety of low slope commercial land industrial roofing applications.
As demand increases for heat-reflective and energy efficient roofing systems, thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) single-ply roofing membranes continue to provide exceptional resistance to ultraviolet, ozone and chemical exposure.
Shown below are some other benefits Of TPO roofs:
1. The performance of rubber with heat-welded seams.
2. The weathering and low temperature flexibility of EPDM with the superior seam strength of heat-weldable membranes.
3. Typically built with wider sheets which mean less seams and less labor compared to standard PVC sheets.
4. More product on top of the scrim where you need it most - Reinforced Membranes handle building thermal expansion and contraction better than other products.
5. Minimal shrinkage for watertight integrity you can count on.
6. Complete line of TPO Accessories such as Pre-fabricated Pipe Boots and Pre-Cut Corners.
7. Membranes meet or exceeds ASTM performance standards.
8. Ideal for both new construction and reroofing/restoration.
9. Lightweight yet highly resistant to tears, impact, punctures & wind uplift.
10. Environmentally friendly - no chlorine, recyclable.
1. The performance of rubber with heat-welded seams.
2. The weathering and low temperature flexibility of EPDM with the superior seam strength of heat-weldable membranes.
3. Typically built with wider sheets which mean less seams and less labor compared to standard PVC sheets.
4. More product on top of the scrim where you need it most - Reinforced Membranes handle building thermal expansion and contraction better than other products.
5. Minimal shrinkage for watertight integrity you can count on.
6. Complete line of TPO Accessories such as Pre-fabricated Pipe Boots and Pre-Cut Corners.
7. Membranes meet or exceeds ASTM performance standards.
8. Ideal for both new construction and reroofing/restoration.
9. Lightweight yet highly resistant to tears, impact, punctures & wind uplift.
10. Environmentally friendly - no chlorine, recyclable.
Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing membranes have been available for nearly a decade now and have become one of the most "favored" single-ply membranes for commercial roofing applications. Furthermore, reflective white TPO has the potential to provide a significant return on a building owner's investment through its ability to help cut energy costs.
Before you decide to install your shingles, know that there are different types of shingles.
Before you decide to install your shingles, know that there are different types of shingles.
For example, there is the traditional 3-tab shingle and then there is the, more complex, architectural shingle. The 30 year laminate shingle, also known as the architectural shingle, has recently become very popular in the home remodeling market place.
If you are thinking of installing architectural shingles, there are a few things you should know:
First off, architectural shingles have a lifetime limited warranty. You may be wondering, "what does the limited part mean?" The answer to this question depends on the roofing company you choose.
Architectural shingles will last, a guaranteed, five years longer than the traditional three tab shingle.
A smart customer will realize that architectural shingles are a great investment. They are close in price to traditional shingles with even more benefits.
When you invest in a home, most of the time you plan on living there for longer than 25 years. Why not invest in shingles that will last?
You will pay less roofing repairs and have a beautiful roof for a longer amount of time.
Architectural shingles enhance the appearance of your home and increase its value. Even if you are not planning on staying on your home for a long period of time, you can get more money when you go to sell your home. The better shape the home is in, the more valuable it is to a home buyer.
It is important to do your research when deciding what type of shingles to install. Never go with your first offer, even if it sounds like a great deal.
Professional, legitimate roofing companies will advise you to be weary of scams. If it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely is.
Only trust a company that is well established and known throughout the community. Professional roofing companies know that customer referrals are of key importance. If a company wishes to stay in business they will produce quality work and results, create great customer relationships, and gain their customer's trust.
Never hire a company that does not have a permanent location and website. If you can not call and speak to an actual human being or experienced team member, find a new roofing company.
Take care of your home because it protects you from extreme weather and other severe conditions. Find a roofing company that you can trust!
For example, there is the traditional 3-tab shingle and then there is the, more complex, architectural shingle. The 30 year laminate shingle, also known as the architectural shingle, has recently become very popular in the home remodeling market place.
If you are thinking of installing architectural shingles, there are a few things you should know:
First off, architectural shingles have a lifetime limited warranty. You may be wondering, "what does the limited part mean?" The answer to this question depends on the roofing company you choose.
Architectural shingles will last, a guaranteed, five years longer than the traditional three tab shingle.
A smart customer will realize that architectural shingles are a great investment. They are close in price to traditional shingles with even more benefits.
When you invest in a home, most of the time you plan on living there for longer than 25 years. Why not invest in shingles that will last?
You will pay less roofing repairs and have a beautiful roof for a longer amount of time.
Architectural shingles enhance the appearance of your home and increase its value. Even if you are not planning on staying on your home for a long period of time, you can get more money when you go to sell your home. The better shape the home is in, the more valuable it is to a home buyer.
It is important to do your research when deciding what type of shingles to install. Never go with your first offer, even if it sounds like a great deal.
Professional, legitimate roofing companies will advise you to be weary of scams. If it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely is.
Only trust a company that is well established and known throughout the community. Professional roofing companies know that customer referrals are of key importance. If a company wishes to stay in business they will produce quality work and results, create great customer relationships, and gain their customer's trust.
Never hire a company that does not have a permanent location and website. If you can not call and speak to an actual human being or experienced team member, find a new roofing company.
Take care of your home because it protects you from extreme weather and other severe conditions. Find a roofing company that you can trust!
The Question Your Roofing Contractor Doesn't Want You to Ask
There are hundreds of contractor websites that offer the homeowner great advice on selecting a contractor.
However not one, mention the most important question of all. It is the one question that your contractor doesn’t want you to ask.
Who will be supervising my job and how long will they be here??
You see most roofing companies don’t have a specific plan for supervising your project. It’s usually handled in one of three ways. Most homeowners don’t realize the importance of supervision on the job site. Show me a story of a job gone wrong and I’ll show you a job with no supervision. Roofing is not rocket science but there are a lot of things that can go wrong,
more than the homeowner will ever realize because they don’t go through the process that often. Most contractors want to put on a quality roof, however they just don’t have the financial resources or can’t make money with a supervisor on your job the whole time. Supervision is the most expensive Component in the roofing process, and most homeowners sign contracts with no idea of how much, or who will be supervising their job. You can bet your bottom dollar the contractor is not going to bring it up. The less supervision the more money everybody makes.
The salesman is supposed to supervise the crew.
They have an inspector that inspects the roof.
The crew chief is supposed to do it.
After over 40 years in the roofing business, let me offer my observations,
A salesman (estimator) is paid a commission on the roofs he sells. If he spent all day watching the roof jobs he sold he wouldn’t have time to sell the next roof. Some of the good ones will at least show up on the job from time to time to see how everything is going. These are the good ones, way less than 10% of those out there. If you can find this guy it may well be the best you can do.
Companies that are large enough to employ an inspector have many jobs going on any given day. He may get to come by once durning the roofing process and then come by to do a final inspection. Only the poorest quality roofs will show problems at a final inspection, the biggest most costly problems happen during the roofing process and they show up later.
The most common way most contractors operate. They will go to great links to tell you about their crew and how good they are and there are some very good ones out there. However they are way way less than the majority.Crews get paid by the square, more squares more money. So if they can take some short cuts that save time they can install more squares, thus making more money. The problem is the crew chief that is supposed to be watching the job is the crew owner. It’s the fox watching the hen house.
Call us today and let us answer the question,
Who will be supervising my job and how long will they be here??
However not one, mention the most important question of all. It is the one question that your contractor doesn’t want you to ask.
Who will be supervising my job and how long will they be here??
You see most roofing companies don’t have a specific plan for supervising your project. It’s usually handled in one of three ways. Most homeowners don’t realize the importance of supervision on the job site. Show me a story of a job gone wrong and I’ll show you a job with no supervision. Roofing is not rocket science but there are a lot of things that can go wrong,
more than the homeowner will ever realize because they don’t go through the process that often. Most contractors want to put on a quality roof, however they just don’t have the financial resources or can’t make money with a supervisor on your job the whole time. Supervision is the most expensive Component in the roofing process, and most homeowners sign contracts with no idea of how much, or who will be supervising their job. You can bet your bottom dollar the contractor is not going to bring it up. The less supervision the more money everybody makes.
The salesman is supposed to supervise the crew.
They have an inspector that inspects the roof.
The crew chief is supposed to do it.
After over 40 years in the roofing business, let me offer my observations,
A salesman (estimator) is paid a commission on the roofs he sells. If he spent all day watching the roof jobs he sold he wouldn’t have time to sell the next roof. Some of the good ones will at least show up on the job from time to time to see how everything is going. These are the good ones, way less than 10% of those out there. If you can find this guy it may well be the best you can do.
Companies that are large enough to employ an inspector have many jobs going on any given day. He may get to come by once durning the roofing process and then come by to do a final inspection. Only the poorest quality roofs will show problems at a final inspection, the biggest most costly problems happen during the roofing process and they show up later.
The most common way most contractors operate. They will go to great links to tell you about their crew and how good they are and there are some very good ones out there. However they are way way less than the majority.Crews get paid by the square, more squares more money. So if they can take some short cuts that save time they can install more squares, thus making more money. The problem is the crew chief that is supposed to be watching the job is the crew owner. It’s the fox watching the hen house.
Call us today and let us answer the question,
Who will be supervising my job and how long will they be here??
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)