West Roofing Blog: June 2018

Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Single-Ply Membrane EPDM Roof Installation [Infographic]

Are you considering a Single-Ply Membrane Roof for your building? It can be confusing with TPO vs EPDM and Mechanically-Fastened vs Chemically Adhered.

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Here at West Roofing Systems, we’ve been installing Single-Ply Membrane Roofing for over 38 years. And in that time, one of the most common questions we’ve received from customers is, “How does single-ply membrane roofing work?”

Single-Ply Membranes are sheets of rubber and other synthetics that can be ballasted, mechanically fastened or chemically adhered to insulation creating a layer of protection on your commercial facility.

EPDM Roofing: The Basics

Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer is a single-ply membrane that consists of a synthetic rubber compound that allows it to be flexible. EPDM has been used on commercial roofing facilities since the 1960s and is considered a time-tested option. Although EPDM has more of a trusted history with commercial roofing, it only has about 20% of the commercial roofing market according to the NRCA.

With EPDM, you have an option of choosing from 45, 60, or 90 mils thickness and either black or white for the color. While TPO has a natural white color, EPDM results in a dark gray or black color for your roof. While the darker color is not helpful in reflecting UV rays, it does retain heat and can be useful in cooler weather.

Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Systems have been the go-to roofing for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilities for decades. Contact West Roofing Systems today to talk to our expert staff about your future Single-Ply Membrane Roofing System.

Monday, June 25, 2018

Roof Insulation: EPS vs XPS [Infographic]

Since typical membrane roofing does not include the insulation factor, as a customer you have more options to choose from to insulate your facility’s roof. There are a few types of insulation options the facility manager/owner can choose from:

Polyisocyanurate (Polyiso)
Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)

TYPES OF ROOFING MEMBRANE INSULATION

Rigid Foam Installation

Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)

Usually defined by the blue, green or pink color, XPS falls in-between Polyiso and EPS in the range of price and performance. Extruded polystyrene consists of a blended polystyrene polymer heated and ran through an extrusion process. (Facilitiesnet.com)

XPS is semipermeable with a perm rating of 1. The average cost of extruded polystyrene insulation is $0.42/sq ft. for a 1 in thick panel. The average R-Value is R-5.

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)

With the highest R-value per dollar, EPS is used for roof, wall and floor insulation. EPS can be used with for ground contact and does not retain water over time.

Expanded polystyrene consists of the polystyrene polymer impregnated with a foaming agent. The material expands when exposed to heat and is molded into a uniform, closed-cell insulating material. (Facilitiesnet.com) Commonly known as beadboard, EPS is also used to manufacture products like coffee cups.

Insulfoam: EPS Environmental Advantages

The average cost of expanded polystyrene insulation is $0.26 /sq ft. for a 1 in thick panel. The average R-Value is R- 3.6 to 4.2, depending on panel density.

Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Systems have been the go-to roofing for commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilities for decades. Contact West Roofing to talk now or subscribe to learn more about commercial roofing systems.

Saturday, June 2, 2018

West Roofing Systems, Inc. To Recognize the Importance Of Roofing Industry During National Roofing Week

LaGrange, Ohio (June 3, 2018) – To raise awareness of the significance of roofs to every home and business, stress the value of professional roofing contractors, and promote the good deeds of the industry, West Roofing Systems, Inc. will recognize National Roofing Week taking place June 3-9.

Organized by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), National Roofing Week is a reminder that the roof is one of the most essential components of every structure. It is the first line of defense against natural elements, such as rain, snow or wind, yet it is often taken for granted until it falls into disrepair.

"It’s important to step back and appreciate all that we do as an industry,” said Jack Moore, President/CEO of West Roofing Systems. “I am proud to work with such a dedicated team of people here at West Roofing Systems.”

During National Roofing Week West Roofing Systems, Inc. will show our appreciation for our employees and community through a variety of events and projects in the community, including our partnership with Rebuilding Together of Northeast Ohio.

National Roofing Week enables roofing professionals to engage in their communities and inform the public about the essential role roofs, and professional roofing contractors play in every community, as well as the importance about making informed decisions about maintaining or replacing any roof system.

Additional information about National Roofing Week can be found at www.nrca.net/National-Roofing-Week.

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More About West Roofing Systems, Inc.

West Roofing Systems, Inc. was established in 1979 and has locations in Ohio, Georgia, and Alabama. Holding over 22 industry awards and having installed over 57 million square-feet of commercial/industrial roofing, West Roofing Systems, Inc. is building the best for our customers and community. For more information visit westroofingsystems.com.

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