Roof Express - Revolutionize the Way You Do Business

July 27th, 2008 — Roofing Products

Always on the lookout for roofing software solutions that will impact the roofing business, we recently came across Roof Express. They have actually been around since 2006, so some of you may already be aware of them. For those of you who have not heard of them, then read on.

Roof Express Software System
The Roof Express data collection tool combines a handheld personal digital assistant/camera (PDA) and a portable Global Positioning System (GPS) unit to quickly and accurately measure, inventory, photograph and record rooftop components and defects.

The Roof Express system provides a seamless transfer of information collected on the roof to an Internet database with roof condition assessment reporting and project development capabilities. The data model includes detailed information from The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual and the NRCA Repair Manual as criteria to use when collecting data on the roof.
Roof Express workflow


The reporting tool can develop complete Roof Inventory and Condition Assessment Reports. The system also generates outputs that support Project Development and Specification Documents, Cost Estimates and Proposals to assist roofing professionals in all aspects of their business.

The system produces client proposals for commercial projects, with online access to their roof information if you choose. This will provide your clients with roof information management that may enable you to win more contracts and increase sales.

With a system like this, you can build and manage your service/maintenance business. Documenting the initial roof condition as well as each routine inspection and repair. Then provide a report on maintenance work completed to accompany your invoice, as well as proposals for additional work to preserve the life of the roof. You can also provide roof information and asset management to assist with long term budgets and planning.

Website literature says that the U.S. Air Force Air Combat Command (ACC) used the Roof Express system to take control of roof information management on a project that involved collecting data on 325 buildings amounting to about 3.55 million square feet at Langley AFB, Virginia. The information collected will be and used to generate interactive roof maps and reports to support project planning and roof maintenance and repair.

Check out the Roof Express website for more information.

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