Low Sloped Roofing (flat roofing)

Low sloped roofing is also referred to as flat roofing. There are many types of roofing to choose from for flat roofing. There are many deck types, insulation choices, roof membrane requirements, environmental factors that make the decision difficult at times.
A professional roofing contractor should be involved to assist in the appropriate system to fit your needs.

Built-up roofing (BUR) - built-up roofing

A Built up roofing system is a more involved system, requiring more equipment and skills. It is probably one of the oldest systems still used today. Hot asphalt or coal tar pitch is applied between layers of fiberglass felt paper and either top coated or graveled to protect from the elements. It is a very durable roof for others to work on, The disadvantages is that it has environmental issues.

Modified Bitumen

Membranes are hybrids of the built up system, only pre manufactured in the factory. The products come in rolls, and are modified asphalt with a rubber added for low temperature and elongation characteristics. These products typically use a built up membrane underlayment before application of the final modified bitumen membrane. Modified bitumen membranes can be torch applied, self adhered or mopped in place with hot Asphalt They are always surfaced with some type of coating system.

Single Ply

Single Ply roofing systems are just that, a single ply of a roofing material made from several types of polymer plastics and rubbers

EPDM - ethylene propylene diene monomer

Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer is manufactured into large sheets for application to insulation on a roof. The material can be loose laid and ballasted with rock or pavers to hold the membrane in place. It can also be fully or partially adhered as well. Seams are adhered with primer and seam tape,. Toppings may or may not be required by the manufacturer in many cases. This product is available in black

PVC - polyvinyl chloride

Polyvinyl Chloride Sheets are manufactured into rolls, and typically mechanically fastened to a roof deck assembly. Screws and plates are used to hold the roof membrane to the roof assembly. Seams are heat welded together; PVC membranes are reinforced with a fabric scrim, and available in tan and white colors. They can be totally adhered to roof insulation.

TPO - thermoplastic polyolefin

TerPolymer Olefins are typically applied same as PVC roofs these products are typically white in color, and may be reinforced. There may or may not be a topping system used on these systems. They can be totally adhered to roof insulation.

Metal roofing

Metal roofing is a durable system. Mostly done for architectural aesthetic values.
There are a hundreds of styles and colors to choose from.

Roof coatings

Roof coatings are applied for may reasons, to protect a newly installed roof from the sun or to actually repair a deteriorated roof to give it some more life. Can be applied with membranes for added life.