What are Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roof system
TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) are thermal plastic roof membranes that can be heated up and welded together—creating a monolithic roof membrane. It takes skill and expertise to weld a thermal plastic roof properly. And whether a TPO or PVC is best for you will depend on the occupant’s use of the space.
TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) has been used in the U.S. for a few decades and has gone through some growing pains. There have been some reformulations and a learning curve along the way. Roofing contractors have had to train their crews on proper thermal plastic welding methods and techniques—the waterproofing ability of a TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin roof system will depend on the installer’s skill.
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) has been in use much longer. It started as a roofing system option in Germany in the 1970s. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is more resistant to chemicals and other contaminants. It came to America as an alternative to Asphalt Roof Systems, which had become more costly to install due to the cost of raw materials. Its flexibility and fire resistance makes PVC an excellent alternative for commercial building owners.
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How long should a Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) provide service
Like any other roof system, the successful service of a Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) will depend on the skill of the installers. And ongoing roof care and maintenance. There have been some failures due to the manufacturing process. However, most failures in a Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) are due to loose welds, poor fastening, or clogged drains.
A Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) should provide service for decades. Again, to emphasize, if the roof is taken care of and well-maintained.
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How to restore a Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roof system
Factory Direct Roofing, LLC is one of few contractors with the knowledge and skill to restore a Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roof system. Many contractors will tell owners that they can’t restore them. And offer a re-roof or an overlay option instead. The fact is that Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) can be restored. We have the knowledge and the skill to do it.
Methacrylic manufactures superior roof coatings materials. Including materials that are effective at adhering to and restoring aging Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roof systems.
Factory Direct Roofing, LLC will begin the process in the same manner as we do for every roof system we are going to restore. The first step is to carefully survey the roof, which may or may not include various testing methods—ensuring that the roof is in good enough condition to be restored. Once the survey has been completed, our expert applicators will power wash the roof. Using less than 3500 psi ensures the membrane is clean and ready to accept the coating materials.
Our next step is to apply a specialty primer formulated for Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) systems. This primer creates the same substrate needed to ensure that the top coat adheres properly.
Finally, our expert coating applicators will apply the top coat. The number of passes and the end thickness of the top coat will depend on the owner’s choice of warranty options. The more passes our applicators make. The greater the number of years of the owner’s warranty protection.
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The benefits of a restored Single Ply TPO (Thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) system
Our top coat is a reflective material, reflecting light from the sun away from the roof. A standard BUR asphalt roof system will absorb that same light, hotter the roof. That heat makes its way to the interior of the building and must be removed. Our top coating materials reflect most of the light away from the roof. That heat is not absorbed into the interior of the building. It must be removed and save the owner or the occupant money on their air conditioning bill.
Arizona needs a sound air conditioning system because it gets scorching here. The more heat the air conditioning system must remove. The more wear and tear there will be on your Air conditioner and the means it will break down sooner. By helping keep the heat out of the building, the air conditioner must work less. And by happy happenstance saves you or the occupant the cost of replacing the air conditioner system before its time.
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