Fort Worth tornadoes pound roofs
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Hail storms and several tornadoes devastated Forth Worth, TX, in late Mar 2000, causing at least four deaths and an estimated $300 million in damages. Roofing contractors have been kept busy in the area as a result. Local officials reported that 50 buildings were hit by the tornado in Fort Worth, eight of which were destroyed while 27 others sustained major damage. One tornado packing winds of 158 mph-206 mph hit the suburb of Arlington, severely damaging roughly 100 homes. Another 1,000 dwellings in Arlington received light to moderate damage.
Publication Name: Roofing Siding Insulation
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0033-7129
Year: 2000
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Heating cable clears ice dams from roofs
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Pacific Sheet Metal Inc Division Supervisor John Starr has suggested the use of a special, self-regulating heating cable to clear ice dams from roofs. The cable comes in convenient spools and is meter marked, can be easily and quickly installed, and protects residential and commercial property throughout the snow season. Ice dams are formed from winter storm-caused ice/snow buildups on roofs and gutters that continually melt and refreeze because of temperature changes and sun exposure.
Publication Name: Roofing Siding Insulation
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0033-7129
Year: 1999
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White roofs prove 'cool' way to save money
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Juno Beach, Fla.-based Florida Power and Light Co. has released a new report that analyzes the efficiency of innovative white metal roofing materials. The study, which is aimed at developing roofing materials that conserve energy, has focused on a residential housing pilot program that was managed by Habitat for Humanity.
Publication Name: Roofing Siding Insulation
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0033-7129
Year: 2001
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