Large roofs, tall homes and bigger storm exposure
Newer homes in Overland Park often have big, complex roofs with multiple gables, tall walls and architectural shingles. They take more time and more safety equipment to work on. Older ranches have simpler, lower roofs but may carry several layers of shingles and aged flashing.
The area gets the same spring storms as the rest of the metro, and hail and wind can damage roofs of any type. On commercial buildings the exposure is different. Large flat expanses collect water if drains clog, and rooftop mechanical equipment is often vulnerable to hail dents and punctured flashing. Because roofs here vary so much in age and style, we begin every job by identifying the system we are working on, not assuming it.
