Sellers Roofing Resources
November 5, 2026
Yes, a Minnesota commercial roof can support new rooftop HVAC equipment without reinforcement when a structural evaluation demonstrates adequate capacity at the proposed supports.…
Read article: Can a Minnesota Commercial Roof Support New Rooftop HVAC Equipment Without Structural Reinforcement?November 3, 2026
Yes, secondary overflow drains or scuppers are required on a Minnesota commercial flat roof where raised perimeter construction could trap water if primary drainage…
Read article: Does a Minnesota Commercial Flat Roof Need Secondary Overflow Drains?October 1, 2026
Yes. Snow drifts behind parapets can overload Minnesota flat roofs after wind-driven storms. Wind concentrates weight along roof edges, while wet snow, ice, and…
Read article: Can Parapet Snow Drifts Overload Minnesota Flat Roofs?September 23, 2026
A roof workmanship warranty covers defects caused by the contractor’s installation, such as misplaced fasteners, faulty flashing, or failed membrane seams, if those items…
Read article: What Does a Roof Workmanship Warranty Cover in Minnesota?September 15, 2026
A rooftop unit can look stable from the parking lot while meltwater works beneath its curb flashing. On Minnesota commercial roofs, snow and ice…
Read article: Can Snow and Ice Damage HVAC Curbs on Minnesota Commercial Roofs?September 12, 2026
After July hail storms in Minnesota, asphalt shingles can look normal from the driveway while hiding bruised surfaces, broken seals, bent flashing, or punctures…
Read article: What Does a Roof Warranty Cover After Hail Damage in Minnesota?September 11, 2026
Before winter weather arrives, a St. Paul business should inspect drains, seams, flashing, and roof edges. Property managers should confirm design snow-load information, remove…
Read article: How Should a St. Paul Business Prepare for a Commercial Roof Ice Storm?September 9, 2026
Yes. Snow load roof damage can affect a commercial roof deck’s fasteners, but snow rarely pulls a sound fastener out by itself. Drifts and…
Read article: Can Snow Load Damage Commercial Roof Deck Fasteners?September 4, 2026
Yes. Tenant relocation insurance may cover temporary space, moving costs, lost rent, or operating income after roof damage, but it is rarely a standalone…
Read article: Can Commercial Insurance Cover Tenant Relocation After Roof Damage?September 3, 2026
A business should contain the water, protect people and equipment, document the condition, and arrange a professional inspection as soon as access is safe.…
Read article: What Should a St. Paul Business Do When a Roof Leak Freezes Overnight?September 1, 2026
Protect rooftop HVAC equipment with properly engineered hail guards, secure curb and flashing details, clear drainage, and documented roof maintenance. Effective rooftop HVAC protection…
Read article: How Should St. Paul Businesses Protect Rooftop HVAC Before Hail?August 25, 2026
Commercial roof drains can be damaged around the drain bowl, membrane flashing, or strainer after a hailstorm even when the first visible problem is…
Read article: What Should Businesses Do After Hail Damages a Roof Drain?
