Unisource Roofing: All You Need To Know About Single-Ply Roofing Systems For Commercial Buildings

As a result, these roofs are faster to install, require less manpower and can help you save significant money on your labor and installation costs. Unisource Roofing is the leading specialist of single-ply roofing for commercial property owners in and around Louisville, KY.
EPDM
EPDM (Ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a form of synthetic rubber that has been widely used for industrial purposes since the '60s. You can install these roofs in three ways.
• Mechanical Fastened EPDM Roofs: These roofs are installed using nails or fasteners.
• Loose Laid EPDM Roofs: These are probably the easiest to install EPDM option among all, mainly because loose-laid roofs need to be secured only at the penetrations and perimeter.
TPO Roofing
As the name suggests, TPO (Thermoplastic olefin) contains thermoplastics, along with ethylene and propylene. Also called plastic roofing, TPO roofs are immensely popular because of their ‘cool roof’ properties.
Many people still get confused between EPDM and TPO single-ply roofing systems in Louisville. However, there are noticeable differences between the two. For instance, TPO roofs are typically white whereas EPDM roofs are usually black as they're made of rubber. In general, TPO's seams are sealed with heat welding. On the other hand, adhesives are used for sealing EPDM roofs.
PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)
PVC or Polyvinyl chloride is one of the most commonly used materials in electric cable insulation and water pipes. Getting PVC roofing companies in Louisville KY is a great option for property owners who want to avoid water ponding issues. Additionally, the cooling benefits of PVC roofs are on par with other cool roofs such as TPO.
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