| City of
Sacramento Discovers Functionality and
Durability in Innovative Water Reservoir
Roof Design
Sacramento, CA – Madsen Roof
Company, Inc. recently completed replacing
the 70-year old redwood deck and corrugated
asbestos transite roof at the Sacramento
River Water Treatment Plant's 9.5
million gallon reservoir.
The new roofing system includes a
Resolite Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer
(FRP) panel deck, Dens-Deck substrate
and single-ply membrane roof. While
the original specification called
for a plywood deck and standing seam
metal roof, Madsen Roof Company suggested
an alternative after monitoring high
interior humidity levels which would
create significant potential for rot
and premature deck failure.
The Resolite FRP deck provided several
key advantages. It would withstand
the humidity, be appropriate for a
potable water supply and would be
significantly less expensive than
a stainless steel deck.
Christian Madsen, Vice President
of Madsen Roof Company, notes that
"it was a real challenge to meet
the City's needs for a durable roof
system that also responded to the
budgetary constraints that are always
a part of a public work."
The City of Sacramento wanted a roof
system that would retain the standing
seam metal roof appearance of its
original specification, while meeting
California Title 24 reflective roof
standards. Madsen suggested installing
a Sarnafil Décor ribbed single-ply
roof system which would meet Title
24 requirements while providing the
City with the desired appearance.
As a significant bonus, the Sarnafil
system included a 20-year manufacturer's
system warranty, a tremendous benefit
not a part of the original specification.
The project was a complete success.
This historic reservoir is a key component
the City of Sacramento's potable water
system. Mr. Madsen observed that "the
new roof system was completed to the
highest levels of quality. The reservoir
will continue to serve the public
for many years to come."
About Madsen Roof Company
Madsen Roof Company, Inc. is a licensed
general and roofing contractor and
has provided quality commercial roofing
services for over 21 years. Madsen
was organized in 1987 by Peter C.B.
Madsen, who continues to lead the
company. Co-founder Christian K.B.
Madsen serves as Lead Estimator/Project
Manager. Madsen Roof Company specializes
in commercial roof replacement, new
construction roofing, commercial waterproofing,
preventative maintenance and repair,
budget and planning consulting, and
emergency roof repair. Madsen Roof
Company works primarily with commercial
and industrial clients in Central
and Northern California. Its main
service area extends from Modesto
to Redding and from the Greater Bay
Area to Lake Tahoe. The company is
a also licensed in Nevada and Oregon.
Additional Sacramento Water
Treatment Plant Project Photos
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