TPO & EPDM ROOFING Oakville
TPO & EPDM are extremely durable synthetic rubber roofing membranes widely used in low-slope buildings in Canada and worldwide. Single-ply roofing membranes are among the fastest growing commercial roofing products and have gained broad industry acceptance for their durability and cost-effectiveness.
Available Roofing is a full-service roof installation company offering TPO & EPMD Roofing services to commercial and residential properties. We install, repair, restore and replace these highly flexible, durable, light-weight and simple to install roofs with professionalism.
WHAT IS TPO ROOFING?
Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply roofing membrane made of synthetics and reinforcing scrim that is used to cover flat roofs. TPO membranes are manufactured in sheets of 10,12 and 20 feet wide ranges. These can be used according to your needs based on your roof size. With proper installation, a single-ply membrane roofing system can last up to 30 years.
ADVANTAGES OF TPO ROOFING
- Cost Effectiveness: The biggest advantage of having TPO roofing is that it is one of the cheapest options available without sacrificing on the quality.
- Choice of Insulation: TPO Roofing does not include the insulation factor, thus allowing you to choose the most optimal insulation for your roof. Through this feature it allows the customers to have a wider range of choices for insulation and they can custom design their solution.
- Class A Fire Rated: TPO membranes can achieve Class A fire resistance with the addition of a fire retardant chemical during the manufacturing process. This enhances their capacity to resist fires.
- Reflective: TPO roofing membranes are white in colour and reflect UV radiation and helps reduce heat build up in the houses.
- Structural Benefits: TPO Roofings give you the choice of how to be installed. It can be attached with adhesives or directly attached with the deck. TPO resists corrosion and breakdown from contact with other materials. It also doesn’t promote mildew and algae growth and doesn’t require pressure washing for cleaning.
WHAT IS EPDM ROOFING?
EPDM or Ethylene propylene diene monomer is mostly used for low slope commercial roofing needs. EPDM roofing is commonly known as the rubber roofing, rubber membrane roofing or rolled rubber roofing. The RubberGard™ EPDM system has stood the test of time for more than three decades of commercial roofing and has evolved in terms of innovation for rubber polymer technology.
ADVANTAGES OF EPDM ROOFING
- Cost Effectiveness: It is one of the most cost-effective solutions available for roofing needs. Also, it requires little or very low maintenance throughout its life. One benefit of EPDM roofing is its low installation cost.
- Ease of Installation: EPDM is available in large panels (30.5m x 5.8m) which can be installed using primers and self adhesive materials. No flames or electricity is required for its installation.
- Durability: A good quality EPDM roofing systems can last up to 20 years. It is rough, durable, doesn’t scratch or scuff easily and can easily be repaired if a leak happens. Because there are few seams, leaks are quite rare. The material is black and is not easily damaged by UV radiations and this helps it hold up well in sunny climates.
- Sustainable and Environment-Friendly: EPDM is an inert material with limited or very less environmental footprint during manufacturing, installation and use. It is also fully recyclable making it even more environment-friendly.
