What is a Metal Roof TPO Retrofit?

If you have a failing metal roof system, there are several options to restore or replace this system: Remove and replace the metal roof Seal seams and fasteners and apply an elastomeric coating Retrofit the metal roof with a new TPO membrane A metal replacement is the most costly of these options and not necessarily...

The Three Basic Attachment Methods of TPO

If you have done a bit of research on TPO roof systems, you may have come across different attachment methods. It’s not always clear what the benefits , and which one will make the most sense on your building. In this article, we will briefly distinguish between the three most common attachment methods and discuss...

What is TPO (And Why Not All TPO Is Created Equal)

TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is a single-ply roofing membrane common on buildings with low-slope roof systems. Since its introduction to the market in the early 1990s, TPO has become one of the most popular choices for commercial new construction and replacement applications. TPO membranes are composed of a cap, or weathering layer above a base layer...

What Does Storm Damage Look Like on Low-Slope Roofing Systems?

Hail Damage Like asphalt shingle roof systems, low-slope or commercial roof systems can be susceptible to hail and/or wind damage.  Hail damage to commercial roof systems can be extremely obvious or near impossible to see with the naked eye. Obvious hail damage takes the form of spiderweb-like cracking to TPO and PVC membranes or granule-loss/bruising...