TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is a single-ply roofing membrane common on buildings with low-slope roof systems. Since its introduction to the market in the early 1990s, TPO has become one of the most popular choices for commercial new construction and replacement applications. TPO membranes are composed of a cap, or weathering layer above a base layer...
Hail Damage Like asphalt shingle roof systems, low-slope or commercial roof systems can be susceptible to hail and/or wind damage. Hail damage to commercial roof systems can be extremely obvious or near impossible to see with the naked eye. Obvious hail damage takes the form of spiderweb-like cracking to TPO and PVC membranes or granule-loss/bruising...
Unlike asphalt shingle roof systems that are designed to only shed water, low-slope roof systems must be waterproof. However, all low-slope roofs should still have some slope to them to prevent water from ponding. Ponding WaterSome ponding water, or water that is unable to drain effectively and pools on the roof surface, is to be...
As a building owner, paying for continued roof maintenance may seem like a heavy and unnecessary burden to your budget. It may be difficult to see any value in having your roof system inspected on a regular basis. After all, if the roof was installed properly in the first place and has a warranty, why...
