Single Ply Rubber Roofing

Thermoplastic polyolefin or tpo and ethylene propylene diene terpolymer or epdm.

Single ply rubber roofing.

The membranes are known for their long term weathering ability and light colored reflective roof surfaces that offer building occupants a significant reduction in energy use. Essentially a single ply membrane roof is comprised of flexible sheets of synthetic polymer that can be divided into two main groups thermoplastics and synthetic rubber. Single ply roofing cost the cost associated with the material and installation can vary widely depending on roof conditions the attachment used and the type of membrane being installed. Single ply roofing membranes are systems that that are applied in one layer.

Single ply membrane roofing involves using rubber or other synthetic material sheets that are chemically attached or ballasted to create a roof insulation layer. Single ply roofing is priced per square foot and an average price for materials and installation of a 60 mil roof may range from 3 to 5 per square foot. Single ply roofing has become an increasingly popular flat roof covering over the last few years. 1 ballasted 2 fully adhered 3 mechanically fastened 4 partially adhered and 5 self adhered.

Both thermoset and thermoplastics function the same on your roof. Thermoset epdm is a true rubber membrane roof. Single ply membranes come in five basic types. Your cost will vary a bit depending on the type of material you choose.

Generally single ply membrane roofing is categorized into two main types.