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Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply roofing membrane that is one of the fastest growing commercial roofing systems on the market. TPO roofing systems are made up of a single layer of synthetics and reinforcing scrim that can be used to cover flat roofs. Known as “White Roofs,” TPO is generally manufactured white and highly reflective. TPO membrane can be …
Single-Ply Membranes are sheets of rubber and other synthetics that can come in rolls and are cut and adhered to your facility roof on top of the insulation. There are two main types of single-ply membrane commercial roofing: Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) and Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer (EPDM). They differ in their chemical makeup, how they are installed and their …
When starting a roofing project, it can be overwhelming. There are many types of roofing systems for all of the types of facilities out there. A roof type that would work for a low slope roof may not work as well for a steep slope roof on a residential home. It’s important to know what works best for your …
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Are you considering a Single-Ply Membrane Roof for your building? It can be confusing with TPO vs EPDM and Mechanically-Fastened vs Chemically Adhered. See More: Single-Ply Membrane Roofing: TPO vs. EPDM [Infographic] Here at West Roofing Systems, we’ve been installing Single-Ply Membrane Roofing for over 38 years. And in that time, one of the most common questions we’ve received from customers …
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Since typical membrane roofing does not include the insulation factor, as a customer you have more options to choose from to insulate your facility’s roof. There are a few types of insulation options the facility manager/owner can choose from: Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso) Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Types of Roofing Membrane Insulation Rigid Foam Installation Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Usually …
What are the most popular types of commercial roofing? Which is better? Which is more reasonably priced? In this article, we will cover 6 types of commercial roofing: 1. Spray Foam Roofing Spray Foam is an eco-friendly roofing option for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilities. Spray Polyurethane Foam, more commonly referred to as SPF, is a material that is sprayed …
Quick Answer: As of September 2023, the average cost for a commercial roof is around $6 – $12 per square foot. There are lots of variables that affect cost, such as: A new commercial roof is not a small purchase; whether you just purchased a new building or your aged roof is leaking, it is daunting to think about jumping …
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Here at West Roofing Systems, we’ve been installing Single-Ply Membrane Roofing for over 38 years. We have helped many customers decide which roofing systems is best for them. At West Roofing Systems, we want to make sure that our future clients have the best information available. For this reason, we created an article that explores the differences between single-ply membrane and built-up roofing systems …
As a project manager, you get to choose the type of insulation for your commercial roof, but what type is best? We break down the top 3 common types of …
When we meet with future clients, they are usually comparing several types of roofing systems. We are always asked: Which is better? Which is more reasonably priced? What is the commercial roof installation process? At West Roofing Systems, we want to make sure that our future clients have the best information available. For this reason, we created an article that …