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Bruce A. Ryan II, RRO

U.S.

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Expertise

I offer solid knowlege of all types of Commercial and Residential Roofing, Waterproofing, and, Building Envelope systems. Experience ranges across low slope and steep slope roof systems. I am also well versed in matters regarding condensation and ventilation. I enjoy donating some of my time and knowledge to the betterment of others.

Experience in the area

Bruce Ryan has 13 years of roofing, waterproofing, and building envelope consulting experience with PRC, with 5 years of commercial roofing experience prior to joining the firm. He became Vice President of the company in 1998. Bruce Ryan plays a key role in the development of practical, long-term roofing and waterproofing solutions, along with implementation of on-site forensic studies. Bruce also has a high level of experience with regard to the impacts of roofing materials and construction for demanding clients with heavily occupied structures.

Organizations

Oregon Construction Contractors Board Construction Specifiers Institute National Roofing Contractors Association The Institute of Roofing, Waterproofing, & Building Envelope Professionals Oregon Board of Investigators Installation Masters

Education/Credentials

 University of Maryland BS Business & Administration  Registered Roof Observer - RCI  Private Investigator  Certified EIFS inspector - Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau  Certified InstallationMaster™ - The Installation Masters™ Training and Certification Program (developed by American Architectural Manufacturers Association)

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Myra	05/11/12	10	10	10	This answer was to the point .....
Richard	04/30/12	10	10	10	Thanks Ryan, your expert advice gave me .....
Greg	04/29/12	10	10	10
Alison	04/13/12	10	10	10	Thankyou Bruce - your mark from me .....
Judy	04/13/12	10	10	10

Recent Answers from Bruce A. Ryan II, RRO

2012-05-09 roof ventilation fans:

Myra, Ten years is about the typical life span of an attic fan, so I would consider replacing both of them at the same time if access is difficult. Given the appropriate model number of the fan motor

2012-04-28 Might be a leak from the roof?:

Richard, That stain does not appear to be related to water. It seems more like a glue spill from the manufacturing process or an oil stain of some sort. You have nothing to worry about there. Regards

2012-04-22 Waterproofing:

Greg, Hot asphalt for roofing should be heated to about 500 degrees F. which allows sufficient time for cooling at the point of application which should not be less than 400 degrees F. typically; but

2012-04-13 leaves and oak debris in attic:

Judy, I believe that Velux only makes high end skylights, so the ridge vent is likely made by a different manufacturer but I am not really sure that this makes any difference. Frankly I am baffled

2012-03-27 new roof:

James, With the old roofing torn off your roof deck should be exposed. I am going to assume that it is plywood, so nothing else needs to be removed. The roofers will then install the underlayment

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