While style and attractiveness matter, it’s also important to consider quality, protection from the elements, and other factors when selecting industrial roofing systems for your building(s).
Here are some effective roofing systems you can choose for your industrial building…
1. Metal Roofing
A metal roofing system is a popular commercial or industrial roof type that can serve your needs for a long time. Depending on maintenance, this roofing system can last 40 to 60 years. Some metal industrial roofing materials are as follows:
- Tile sheets
- Aluminum
- Corrugated galvanized steel
- Copper
- Aluminum, zinc, and tin
- Coated or stainless steel
Metal roofing systems typically hold up well to all sorts of forces acting upon them from moisture to pollution.
2. Built-Up Roofing
Built-up roofing systems are often used on low-slope roofs. They’re made of alternating layers of reinforcing fabric and asphalt and finished with a top layer of aggregates such as stone or gravel. Though popular, they generally have a short lifespan and it can be challenging to find leakage areas, especially as the roof ages.
3. Green Roof
Green roofs, which can last from 30 to 50 years, consist of water-resisting membranes fully covered by green plants. With sustainable roofing materials, the air quality can be better on top of the building, and green roofs serve as an additional green space where employees can rest and relax. Green roofs improve the appearance of a building and can reduce utility bills.
4. Composite Roofing
Composite roofing uses shingles made of recycled materials. Though it’s not slate or cedar shake, it looks like it is! It can be easily assembled and fixed, and typically comes ready to fit, which allows for easy and fast installation.
5. Thermoplastic TPO and PVC Roof Membranes
Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) and Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) are standard roofing systems resistant to unfavorable conditions. Ultraviolet rays of light and chemicals consisting of fats and oil or growths of bacteria are typically slow to cause damage to these roofing systems. When you want heat-reflective, puncture-resistant, and lightweight roofs, these are good choices. They tolerate weather changes and can withstand fire. Sometimes they can be too cheap and/or poor quality, so watch out for that– purchase your roofing products from a trusted manufacturer.
6. Thermoset EPDM Roofing
EPDM roofing is popularly known as rolled rubber or rubber membrane roofing. It’s made from a combination of renewable tires, slate dust, and sawdust.
It is one of the cheapest roofing systems available currently. It is easy to install and very lightweight.
Conclusion
Searching for the right roofing system to cover your industrial building(s)? There are several options. In Blaine, Minnesota, call Arko Exteriors at 763-434-2756 to discuss your industrial roofing needs. You can also email info@arkocompanies.com.