When your office needs a facelift or some added protection against bad weather, the roof is the first upgrade you should consider. Roofing businesses hold a collective market value of about $30 billion. This means you have a large pool of skilled builders and quality roofing technology at your disposal. Read further so that you can invest in a commercial roof upgrade. 

Start searching through your many different roofing options

Give yourself time to really comb through the many different roofing options that you have. Assess the new roof purchase in terms of what it will do for your business. Start your research by purchasing a current commercial property appraisal.   

Knowing your commercial property value will help choose a roof that'll best increase your property values. A commercial property appraisal will cost about $5,000 in most cities. From there, decide on roofing materials like metal, shingles, and a variety of thermoplastics. 

Get design drafts done and plan an effective roofing installation project

Choose roofing designs that will be long-lasting while also improving your property's appearance. Many businesses hire architects to help with the overall design of the roof. Professional architectural design services might cost about $2,500, and you'll get several different design draft options. 

Make certain that the roof is designed to National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) codes and standards. Check the codes and building regulations in your city, state, and local jurisdiction. Talking to your planning and zoning department will help you line up the necessary government and building permits. 

Collect roof installation estimates and try to schedule the work out of peak season for the best prices. A commercial roof installation cost might start at $7 per square foot and can balloon up to more than $13 per square foot in some cases. 

Peruse the details of the roof installation contract and prepare for your installation date

Be certain that you're ready for the installation appointment. This will most certainly involve a bit of time off, since it may take an entire day for the roof removal alone. Your contract should have clear stipulations for how long the project will take and when it'll be completed. 

Set your employees up for virtual work ahead of time so that you don't lose much productivity or revenue during the construction project. Notify your customers well in advance about this building project so they can also make other plans. 

Use these tips to get the best commercial roof installation, and talk to a roofing service for more information.