Description: Tile roofs come in a variety of styles and materials. They consist of one piece “S Tiles” that are seen on many office building roofs. There are two piece tiles, called “Pans and Tops,” that are placed on Spanish style homes. The tiles are made of sand-cast, fired clay, concrete construction, and “light concrete.” …
These 12” by 36” granular surfaced shingles are installed on slopes of 2 inches per running foot or greater. They are installed over a felt under layment of usually a 15 or 30 pound felt, depending on the slope. Shingles come in weights between 180 and 400 pounds per 10’ X 10’ or 100 square…
Description: These roofing systems are typically a single sheet, reinforced in the middle with either a polyester or fiberglass mat for strength and modified with rubberized asphalt. This allows the roof to expand and contract with building movement. The Modified sheet should be installed over a mechanically fastened base-sheet. These systems are mopped in…
Description Built-Up Roofing (BUR) is a traditional flat-roof system made by installing multiple layers of roofing felt bonded together with hot asphalt. These layers are assembled in “plies,” most commonly: The roof is finished with a protective surface, which may include: The asphalt between layers serves as the primary waterproofing. Common Uses BUR systems are…
Spray Foam Roofing (SPF) — Simple Overview What It Is Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) roofing is a closed-cell insulation that is sprayed onto a roof surface, typically at a thickness of 1–2 inches. The foam itself provides insulation and creates a seamless surface, but it is not waterproof on its own and must be protected….