Plan Ahead: Schedule A Roofing Inspection Now
Ranging from labor issues to stoppages and disruptions in supply chains, access to materials has been scarce in recent years. Limited goods and services are still coming up short in meeting growing demands. As the global supply chain disruption continues, here are a few reasons why planning ahead is the best way to ensure that […]
Ice Dams: Causes and Prevention
What Are Ice Dams and How Do They Form? Ice dams (large icicles or blocks of ice along roof eaves) are a common occurrence in the winter and can lead to significant damage to your building if not constructed appropriately. Accumulated snow on a roof acts as insulation. Heat from the underlying space, ambient heat, […]
Historic Building Roof Repair for Choate Hall
On the evening of July 22, 2019, the roof of Choate Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, CT was struck with lightning inciting a roof fire. After the fire had been extinguished and the damage had been assessed, Choate Hall was left with a gaping hole in its roof, and had to begin their process of repairing […]
“Your crew was fantastic – prompt, courteous, thorough and friendly. I plan to recommend you highly to my friends and neighbors.” -Jonathan & Kathleen Glastonbury, CT
“Your crew finished my roof yesterday. I wanted you to know that they were just lovely. They were tidy, polite, cheerful and stood the nasty heat without a complaint. Thank you!” – Kristine Colby Bristol, CT
“Thank you – Scott, Ryan, Kelly, Ken – for the help thus far. We’re counting on you to keep our roof safe, sound and solid!” – Jane & Garrett Phelan Bloomfield, CT
Tax Write Offs Extend To Commercial Roofs
For commercial building owners that have upgraded their roofs in 2018, or are planning to in 2019, there some new tax breaks that you will want to take advantage of. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 expanded the definition of property eligible for full expensing under Section 179 of the tax code. The […]
New roof installed at the Bristol Test Tower
Otis Elevator Test Tower located in Bristol Connecticut. We completed a total roof replacement. Eagle Rivet removed the existing roofing and replaced it with a Carlisll Fleeceback EPDM roof system. Various cranes and a helicopter were utilized to accomplish this work. Roof elevations varied from 20 feet to 383 feet.
Nor’easter Snow Alert – Roof Drainage Clearing
Valued Eagle Customers, Good morning. Hope you are staying safe during this significant weather event. As you know as building owners, property managers, or facilities directors, this type of snow event is common during New England winter’s. However, roof drainage is a key factor in relieving the weight of snow and ice from flat, commercial […]
Eagle Rivet Is Now CTAA Certified
Eagle Rivet is a commercial roofing company that services primarily the Connecticut area. We provide quality service on all types of buildings including Boston EPDM flat roof. We do emergency roof repairs, annual roof inspections, roof replacements, and even infrared roof moisture surveys. From flat roof systems to multiple-ply roof and Steep pitch roofs, our […]
