Houston, TX – Brief Overview & Review of Our TPO Roofing Installation Process

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Whether you are looking to replace an existing roof or you are building a new structure, selecting the right roof for the building is an important decision.

For commercial buildings with flat roofs, TPO roofing has become a very popular solution nationwide and especially in areas like Texas where temperatures can soar in the summertime.

TPO’s reflectivity, longevity and ease of install make it a great choice for any building with a flat or low-slope roof.

Our company is located right here in Houston and we serve commercial clients all over the Lone Star state and Louisiana. We are commercial roofing experts and are experienced in repairing existing roofs or installing new ones, and we have helped countless businesses in the area ensure their facilities are watertight and safe from the elements.

TPO is short for Thermoplastic Polyolefin, a single-layer material which is applied to flat commercial roofs and provides a watertight, long-term and energy efficient solution for many types of construction.

When installing a TPO roof, the first step is to determine which insulation to use under the actual TPO material.

There are three types of insulation for TPO roofs, each with their own price point and advantages: polyisocyanurate, expanded polystyrene, and extruded polystyrene. Which type of installation you choose will depend on your budget and how important saving on energy costs is to your structure and your business. The more expensive the insulation up front, the more savings you will see on a regular basis.

Once the insulation is selected and laid out on the roof, a layer of plywood or OSB is installed and sanded down as a backing for the TPO membrane to be installed to.

From there, the membrane itself is installed using mechanical fasteners or a bonding adhesive.

Adhesive installation takes longer, as the roof has to be “painted” with adhesive and then the membrane laid down on top, but it’s the preferred method for our installs because it lasts longer and is safer for the building than nailing the membrane down with fasteners.

Finally, the seams of the membrane strips are sealed using heat and drainage systems are installed to ensure water leaves the roof in the desired places.

When buildings have vents, roof-mounted HVAC systems, or chimneys, the TPO roofing install can become a little more challenging. Special care must be taken to add flashing and ensure these areas are not subject to leaks.

Luckily, our team of installers have years of experience dealing with complex roofing systems and we always ensure a smooth and complete install process.

Our team of installers would be happy to help assess the needs of your business and discuss if a TPO roof is right for your facility.

We offer on-site free estimates and every roof we install comes with a 15-year warranty plus two maintenance checks on the roof per year at no additional cost.

Give us a call today, we would love to be your commercial roofing partner!