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#NATIONALROOFINGWEEK: What is National Roofing Week?

May 17, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

To raise awareness of the significance of roofs to every home and business, stress the value of professional roofing contractors, and promote the good deeds of the industry, CEI Michigan, LLC will recognize National Roofing Week taking place June 3-9.

Organized by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), National Roofing Week is a reminder that the roof is one of the most important components of every structure. It is the first line of defense against natural elements, such as rain, snow or wind, yet it is often taken for granted until it falls into disrepair.

National Roofing Week enables roofing professionals to engage in their communities and inform the public about the essential role roofs and professional roofing contractors play in every community, as well as the importance about making informed decisions about maintaining or replacing any roof system.

NRCA has planned a social media campaign for all of its members to be involved in. CEI will be participating in the weeks worth of posts to help engage its customers. This week will involve a series of blog post that will give details into how CEI keeps a quality reputation in the commercial roofing industry. It will also give the company a chance to reach out and help the community through charity acts, recognize their staff, provide important information to their customers about roof maintenance and most importantly have some fun taking pictures of the celebration.

To see all the action follow CEI on Facebook, Twitter or Blog.

Additional information about National Roofing Week can be found at www.nrca.net/National-Roofing-Week.

CEI Helps With Remembering Mr.Van!

May 3, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

In February, CEI was called on to the roof of the Art Van Headquarters in Warren, MI. They were asked to do something out of the normal scope of work. CEI service crews took to the roof to help hang a poster in remembrance of Art Van Elslander.

Art Van Elslander was a Detroit icon and the founder of Art Van Furniture. Mr. Van worked his way up from humble beginning to owning one of the nations largest furniture companies. He donated a good portion of his fortune to the city of Detroit. He helped keep alive the Thanksgiving parade and well as feeding the hungry and healing the sick.

Art Van Elslander had a big heart for Detroit and will be missed greatly. CEI was honored to be apart of remembering him with helping hang the banner.

Article on Mr. Van

Leaks Playing Tricks?

April 9, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

Here at CEI we have years of service and have fixed hundreds (if not, thousands) of leaks all year round. We understand that when customers see water starting to drip from there ceilings they always assume it is the roof.

Well, we are here to tell you that it is not ALWAYS the roof!

Many times it is the roof, there are punctures or ware in the roof and the leak is the result. Yet, sometimes (and more commonly than you think) leaks from above your head might have nothing to do with your roof.

Other factors that could contribute to a leak could be

– Plumbing

– Duct Work

– HVAC

and these are only a few.

Regardless, of where the leak is coming from it is always important to get it checked out by a professional. Roofers will be able to identify if the roof is the source of the problem and point you in the right direction if it is not. Scheduling regular maintenance for your roof with prevent leaks in the future. CEI recommends getting your roof inspected every 6 months (Spring and Fall). This can help lengthen the life of your roof and prevent expensive damage.

Project Spotlight: Saline Recreation Center

March 30, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

CEI completed a re-roof and wall panel project this past year at Saline Recreation Center. The project consisted of a flat roof job with EPDM and metal wall panels. The wall panels are definitely the highlight of the job as the cover about half of the building. The panels were made of a blue insulated metal and were crafted in-house at CEI’s sheet metal shop.

The Saline Rec Center is a host to amazing facilities for the people in the area. CEI was happy to provide a quality roof and wall panels to help keep the facility up to standard.

The Insight: Safety Segment

March 28, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

In the last couple weeks, CEI had their monthly safety meeting. Safety concerns for roofing can come both on and off the roof. With 12 service trucks on the road, it is always important that we stress safety when driving.

The crew members reviewed some of the basics in safe driving techniques, being in control of the vehicle, being aware of the drivers around you, distracted driving and being courteous on the road. That way they are prepared for anything on the road.

Having our crews be safe drivers protects…

· Our crews and workers

· Company vehicles or materials

· Most importantly, other people on the road.

As we prepare for the busy roofing season, we understand the importance of safety throughout the entire work day and pride ourselves on limiting job site accidents. In 2018 we are striving to achieve even higher safety standards.

Spring Inspection Season!

March 2, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

Spring inspections are important to roof maintenance. Having inspections of the roof of your building twice a year can have significant benefits. Benefits can include, an increase the life expectancy of your roof, save you the high cost of roof replacement, Protect your assets from costly damage and Allow you to plan and budget for future costs.

If you have never had a roof inspection, it might seem foreign or confusing on why it would be needed. CEI wants to give you a snapshot of exactly what your commercial roof inspection will look like.

PURPOSE:

1) Protect assets

2) Maintain a safe working environment

3) Detect deficiencies early

OBJECTIVES:

1) To determine if the roof system is performing as intended

2) Identify signs of weakness

3) Identify needed repairs

4) Develop a maintenance work plan to correct deficient conditions

Our detailed CEI Roof Management Reports include the following:
• An aerial image of the facility with each section outlined and identified
• Photos of the overall layout of the roof, giving you the roof side vantage point
• Test core samples to verify the composition of the sub-layers of the roof system
• Inspection of the roof system and it’s components
• Inspection of interior finishes (ceilings and walls) for signs of moisture infiltration
• Photos of deficiencies found with their location plotted on the aerial image, classified as either
emergency or remedial in nature
• A recommended course of action for each deficiency with a related cost
• Condition summary for each section of roofing with a grade classification
• Repairs vs. Replacement budget matrix

To schedule a spring inspection with CEI Michigan, LLC call:

517-548-0039

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Project Spotlight: Texas Assembly Plant

February 16, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

CEI received a job in Arlington Texas less than a year ago, the job was for a roof on the new construction of an expansion to this assembly plant. The new $1.4 million expansion includes a paint shop and upgrades to the assembly plant overall. CEI started on the job in April of 2017 and finished up in September of the same year. The project consisted of a flat roof with a vapor barrier and 2 layers of I.S.O, metal wall panels, and flashed walls and pipes.

“I would say that my best job of 2017 was our Texas job, it was a nice, clean, wide-open job”- Ron Bailey, Foreman’

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Project Spotlight: Biological Science Building

February 16, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

The Biological Science Building (BSB) located in Ann Arbor is one of the most unique roofing and sheet metal projects in CEI’s history. Started in 2016, the project has taken well over a year and is still being actively worked on. The 300,000 gross square foot building, will be used for a variety of student resources including research laboratories, classrooms, vivarium services, and the four museums. It also has connections to the current Life Sciences Building.

The project included new construction of a hot rubber roof, fully tapered and fully adhered with reinforced rubber. The second half was a sheet metal dome. As seen in the pictures the dome was created with galvanized 90 degreed marine grade plywood and 22gage bronzed stainless steel.

“I was ecstatic to have received the opportunity to apply myself in such a manner and thankful. Also relieved that I was able to accomplish the task of roofing an igloo in the middle of winter.” -Bill Ryan, Sheet Metal Foreman

Spring Inspections!

February 14, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

February is when the year starts to pick up the pace. Here at CEI, everyone is preparing for the upcoming roofing season. Bids are starting to go out, service is starting to prep for maintenance and just around the corner is spring!

We all know what that means…

Spring inspections!

As Spring approaches it is important to schedule your Spring inspection as soon as possible.

This allows you to:

be informed of the condition of your roof
eliminate surprising costs
develop a plan of action.

Getting one of our Veteran Service Techs to come look at your roof makes sense. Our Roof Service Techs have installed every type of roof system, and know where and what to look for.

Booking for spring inspections opens on March 2nd!

To set up a FREE Rooftop Assessment, contact Services Manager-

David Rosiek

517-548-0039 ext. 142

More Information On Spring Roof Inspections

New Year, Same Roof

January 19, 2018 / Joaynna Cook

Make Your Roof Last Through The Winter Season

As we find ourselves in the dead of Winter, the photos below are an all too familiar scene. Snowy conditions are leaving facility owners and managers with extraordinary circumstances to deal with. The roofs across Michigan are no exception. The winter brings wind, ice and snow that together can create huge drifts on the roofs of buildings. Adding to all of this, below freezing temperatures are taking their toll. Besides the snow loads, splits, cracks and frozen drain pipes are the main culprits contributing to roof leaks.

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