{"id":4674,"date":"2017-05-10T06:51:04","date_gmt":"2017-05-10T06:51:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/responsivesitedesign.oregonlive.com\/mcdonaldandwetle\/?page_id=4674"},"modified":"2022-04-27T15:05:40","modified_gmt":"2022-04-27T15:05:40","slug":"built-up","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mcdonaldwetle.com\/built-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Built-Up Roofing in Oregon and Washington"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every building needs a reliable roof. Commercial property owners, however, have needs and concerns beyond those of the typical homeowner. To meet these needs, McDonald & Wetle offers high-quality roofing solutions<\/a> to business properties in Northwest Oregon and the areas surrounding Portland, OR, and Seattle, Washington. Among these is built-up roofing, a long-lasting option that stands strong against the elements.<\/p>\n

What Is Built-Up Roofing?<\/h2>\n

Built-up roofing has been used for over 100 years to keep moisture out of commercial and industrial buildings. Though the concept is old, the materials and installation technologies have advanced far beyond their roots. This makes built-up roofing one of the most consistently competitive options.<\/p>\n

McDonald & Wetle\u2019s built-up roofs are constructed in layers. The first is roof insulation, followed by a thick coating of tar-like bitumen that acts as an adhesive for sheets of reinforced fiberglass fabric. This special roofing fabric is flexible, offering enhanced resilience even in wet Pacific Northwest weather. Tar and fabric layers can be repeated multiple times. Finally, we finish with crushed stone or gravel. This last layer provides a finished look, protection from sunlight and debris, and a safe surface to walk on.<\/p>\n

A properly installed built-up roof can last up to 30 years if correctly maintained. McDonald & Wetle also offers roofing maintenance and repair services<\/a> to prolong the functional lifespan of your roof, helping you protect your property and make the most of your company\u2019s investment.<\/p>\n

Built-Up Roofing Benefits<\/h2>\n

The layered construction of built-up roofs is incredibly durable against the elements. This design offers a broad range of benefits for commercial properties, including:<\/p>\n