What is Commercial Roofing?
Your business, warehouse, or storefront shop are all safely protected by commercial roofing. Protecting your roof could be any of five major roofing materials. They are specific to commercial applications due to necessary expenses at installation, increased durability, and heavy-duty qualities.
Five Commercial Roof Types
These five commercial roofing types are available for Chattanooga businesses. They will withstand Chattanooga’s unique challenges of heat, humidity, and harsh sunlight. Each has their advantages and disadvantages.
Bituminous Membrane — Modified bituminous membranes are known for their flexibility. Their convenient working sized rolls are easily handled by one roofer. Their fast application is done either by either torch, hot-mop, or chemical adhesives.
EPDM — “Ethylene propylene diene terpolymer.” EPDM is a synthetic rubber roofing membrane which combines ethylene and propylene distillates from oil. It’s a naturally hydrophobic which resists tearing due to its polymer makeup and it installs easily. EPDM is available in black or white.
Metal — Metal roofing is beautiful, durable, and versatile. It works well in steep-slope applications and some low-slope areas. For commercial roofing, nothing will surpass a metal roof.
Shingles —Shingles displays warmth and neighborliness for residential properties and for commercial purposes. The higher-profile, architectural shingles make strong, eye-catching statements which can drive brings more traffic to your business.
TPO — Thermoplastic Polyolefin (TPO) is an innovative, single-ply roofing membrane. It is made from polypropylene and ethylene-propylene rubber polymerized together. TPO is tough and long-lasting yet affordable protection for even the largest low-slope roofs. GAF produces a complete line of TPO membrane in thicknesses ranging from 45 mil to 80 mil.
Whatever you need for your Chattanooga commercial roof, Next Level Roofing has a suitable material available. We are your local, trustworthy commercial roofer for all of the Chattanooga area. We take pride in helping fellow business owners protect their investments with the best roofing materials Contact Next Level Roofing, to learn more about your options in commercial roofing.