Single ply roofing system is the most commonly install roofing system used on flat or low sloped commercial buildings. It is the least expensive, toughest, most durable, and most versatile roofing system. There is a benefit for any application using one of the several different chemical compounds.
Glick Roofing Systems specializes in single ply membrane systems and their restoration in Nashville and through Tennessee. Let us talk with you and your employees to help you make the correct decision for your business and situation.
Single-Ply Membrane Options
There are many different types and styles of single-ply membrane roofing systems to choose from. These systems have specific advantages for your individual building and your business. The experts at Glick Roofing Systems can discuss the differences and talk to you about which is the best type for you.
Fluid Applied EPDM. Our fluid applied EPDM is FM4470 verified membrane with testing that puts this system in a world of its own. Featuring a Class A fire rating, total hail resistance with a 2124% elongation and wind uplift of Class 1-990, fluid applied EPDM is hard to beat and perfect in every season. Fluid applied EPDM is also an effective air and vapor barrier.
The fluid applied EPDM is low-weight and provides excellent adhesion with most roofing substrates, relieving the homeowners from expensive tear-off and replacement, reducing installation cost and environmental footprint.
TPO. Officially, TPO stands for Thermoplastic Polyolefin, which is a blend of polypropylene, a long-chain chemical compound often used in consumer products for its elasticity and strength, and ethylene-propylene, a synthetic polymer that belongs to the same family as rubber.
Manufactured in sheet form, TPO is rolled over your prepped roofing surface and then fastened to ISO board with mechanical fasteners. Seams between the sheets are taped and heat-welded together.
It’s a strong, durable, and long lasting roofing system with excellent resistance to chemicals and punctures. TPO roofs are environmentally safe and are approved for use over a wide variety of roof substrates.
Generally, low slope roofs are particularly good candidates for TPO. TPO has a surface that reflects solar energy back away from the roofing surface, so it keeps your building from overheating, and helps reduce your utility bill. It also creates less heat coming in, so your HVAC also will be working less.
PVC. Also known as polyvinyl chloride, PVC has been used in commercial and industrial roofing since the 1960s, producing significant and extensive waterproofing protection.
Made from synthetic plastic, PVC has a much lower proportion of oil and petroleum products than either TPO or EPDM. This plastic is also very flexible and can move with the changes in temperature of your roof surface.
PVC is a durable material, with resistance to chemical, environmental contaminants, water leakage and UV problems. Additionally, it reflects solar heat away from the roof, reducing cooling costs and HVAC load demand.
For more information on our single-ply membrane systems in the Nashville, TN region, call Glick Roofing Systems at 615-265-0598 and ask to speak with one of our single-ply experts.