Single Ply Rubber Roofing

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

Single ply rubber roofing.

The term rubber refers to single ply roofing membranes that include thermoplastics like tpo thermoplastic polyolefin and pvc polyvinyl chloride. 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 is composed of a single layered roof membrane that is made of reinforced thermoplastic or thermos set materials in the rubber and plastic families. 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.

Your cost will vary a bit depending on the type of material you choose. Both thermoset and thermoplastics function the same on your roof. Single ply membranes come in five basic types. 1 ballasted 2 fully adhered 3 mechanically fastened 4 partially adhered and 5 self adhered.

Seams of single ply membranes can be heat welded solvent welded and adhered using seam tape or other adhesives. Single ply roofing has become an increasingly popular flat roof covering over the last few years. Single ply roofing membranes are systems that that are applied in one layer. 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.

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.