Cost Effective TPO Roofing
What is TPO Roofing?
Short for thermoplastic polyolefin, TPO is a single-ply roofing membrane that offers excellent performance at a cost-effective price. Heat-welded seams provide superior strength. TPO's long-term heat, UV, and natural fungal resistance, plus flexibility without need for plasticizers also make TPO a reliable low-slope roofing system.
The Benefits of a TPO Roofing System
In the 20+ years that TPO has been in the field, it’s become one the most popular products used for low-slope roofing. Over 1 billion square feet are installed annually, making up over 50% of single-ply roofs being installed today. The rapid rise in popularity can be associated with several of TPO’s inherent benefits, including:
- Great Value: Excellent performance at a cost-effective price.
- Excellent Seam Strength: Heat-welded seams provide greater seam strength to taped and other seams.
- Long-term Weathering: Excellent long-term heat and UV resistance..
- Energy Saving: Highly reflective and emissive white surface can help reduce energy costs and urban heat island effect
- Inherently Flexible: No need for plasticizers
- Naturally Fungal Resistant: Doesn’t require biocides.
- Versatile Application Methods: Including high-performance roofs requiring high wind uplift, increased puncture resistance, or quick economical systems.
According to GAF, one of the largest roofing manufacturer in the country, “If you have a flat roof that needs to be replaced, go with TPO. TPO is not as well known as the older Tar and Gravel roofs, but is trusted by roofers across the United States of America. TPO is available in three colors in our region: white, grey, and black.”
TPO Roofing Example in Santa Rosa, Sonoma County.
