TPO Residential Roofing Material

TPO Residential Roofing with Austermiller, Inc

Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) is a popular choice for roofing in Tennessee due to its durability and other benefits. TPO is flexible and resistant to chemicals, punctures, and UV rays. If you’re looking to improve your home’s energy efficiency, TPO can help lower your cooling costs by reflecting heat away from your home.

TPO is made from recycled materials, making it a cheaper alternative to PVC or rubber roofing. It’s an excellent option for adding durable, long-lasting protection to your home, especially for low-slope and flat roofs.

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Benefits of TPO/Rubber Roofing

Durability

Rubber roofing shingles are highly durable and have a lifespan of up to 50 years.

Energy Efficiency

Rubber roofing provides more energy savings than other types of roofing due to its high sunlight reflectivity rating.

Low-Maintenance

Rubber roofing is highly resistant to corrosion, wear and tear, sun, and water damage.

Weather Resistance

Rubber roofing systems perform exceptionally well in harmful weather conditions like hail, high winds, and snow.

  1. Lasts 20-30 Years with Proper Maintenance
  2. Choose Your Insulation
  3. Fire Resistant Material
  4. Cost-Effective
  5. Naturally Fungal-Resistant Material
  6. Free of Plasticizers
  7. Flexible Material Ideal for Low-Slope and Flat Roofs
  8. Energy Saving UV Reflection
  9. Durable
  10. Simple to Install
  11. Low Installation Cost
  12. Low-Maintenance

Types of Rubber Roofing

Single-ply membrane systems use a single layer of roofing material to protect your roof. These roofing systems have been most commonly used with commercial and industrial applications, but they are becoming increasingly popular in residential construction.

Single-ply membranes have far fewer seams and do not require hot asphalt or other dangerous tools for installation.

Rubber shingles are sometimes used in BUR systems as an alternative to asphalt shingles. When rubber shingles are used in a BUR system, they provide more UV radiation resistance and are warranted to last up to 50 years.

Also known as MB roofing systems, modified bitumen roofing systems are made from asphalt materials, but other materials like rubber can be added to improve the quality of the system. When rubber is added to an MB system, it can add elasticity and pliability to the overall structure of the system.

Do you want to add durable, energy-efficient protection to your roof while reducing maintenance costs? Schedule a consultation with Austermiller, Inc for a free roofing evaluation.

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Residential Rubber Roof FAQ

Rubber roofing is one of the best investments you can make for your home when you need to replace your roof. Adding rubber roofing to your home will provide your roof with durability and energy efficiency that is unrivaled by other roofing materials.

Many of our rubber roofing products are also sourced from recycled materials, which means you can get more value out of your investment, but also sleep peacefully knowing that you’re helping the environment.

While shingles are not a bad investment for your home, you may find that rubber roofing provides more benefits than traditional roofing systems. The main differences between rubber and asphalt shingles include:

  1. Appearance: If you want to customize the look of your home, rubber roofing comes in a variety of styles and colors to help you create your home's dream look.
  2. Durability: Rubber roofing is highly durable and resistant to damage.
  3. Energy Efficiency: Rubber shingles will help your home reflect more heat from the sun and help you save money on cooling costs.
  4. Environmental Impact: Rubber roofs not only help reduce cooling costs during summer but also the materials we use include recycled materials.
  5. Maintenance: Thanks to the durability of rubber roofing, your roof usually won't require maintenance for up to 15 years.
  6. Weather Resistance: No matter what weather we get in Tennessee, you can rest assured that a rubber roof will withstand it better than a shingled roof.

When installed correctly, a well-built rubber residential roofing system can last up to 50 years without needing to be replaced.

Rubber roofing systems are highly reliable. In normal conditions, they have a lifespan of up to 50 years, but even in extreme weather conditions, a rubber roof can last for up to 30 years.

Also, if there is any damage that occurs to your roof, TPO roofs are easy to repair.

If your roof or a section of it has a pitch less than 2:12 (meaning less than 2 vertical units rise for every 12 horizontal units), it’s classified as a low slope. Water doesn’t run off as quickly on these types of roofs, so they need to be waterproof. Asphalt shingles, which are not designed to handle standing water, are unsuitable for low-slope roofs.

This is a requirement — according to both shingle manufacturers and local building codes, asphalt shingles cannot be installed on roofs with a pitch below 2:12.

For this reason, TPO roofing membranes or other flat roof systems are necessary for low-slope or flat roofs. If a contractor suggests installing asphalt shingles on a low-slope roof, find a new and more knowledgeable roofer like the team at Austermiller, Inc.

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