- A comprehensive understanding of the principal types and components of low slope roofing systems for commercial buildings
- Understanding of the numerous types of roof systems and how they react to weather-related conditions (hail, wind, etc…)
- Methods to improve roof inspections
- How to analyze roof problems and determine a cause
- Budgeting: Present and future needs
- Built-up Roofing Systems (Asphalt/Coal Tar Pitch)
- Single Ply Systems (TPO/EPDM/PVC/CPE/CSPE)
- Modified Bitumen Systems (APP/SBS)
- Polyurethane Foam Systems
- Metal Roof Systems (Structural/Architectural)
- Expanded Polystyrenes
- Extruded Polystyrenes
- Wood Fiber
- Perlite
- Polyisocyanurate
- Gypsum
- Metal deck types
- Concrete (Structural/Lightweight)
- Wood
- Gypsum
- Visual Non-Destructive Roof Survey
- Testing for Moisture (Why? When? How?)
- Infrared
- Nuclear
- Dealing with Roofing Contractors
- Dealing with General Contractors
- Working with Roof Manufacturers
- Code Upgrades (Perimeter Metals, R-Value, etc…)
- Roof Accessories (Expansions/Control Joints/Coping Cap/Flashings/Breather Vents)
- What can be temporarily or permanently repaired and what can’t
- Pricing considerations for high-rise buildings and speciality jobs
- Core Testing/Lab Analysis
- General Waterproofing
- When is it not a roof problem and not an insurance claim
- Interior Protection Issues
- OSHA/SAFETY
- Lightning Protection/HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing and other roof related issues