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Flat Roofing 101: A Blog for Beginners

Perhaps you’ve just purchased into a home or commercial building with a flat roof, when all you’ve known is traditional peaked roofs. Have no fear! Your expert team at FS Roof is here to help.

We know that choosing a new flat roof to install is a big responsibility. We start with a comprehensive discussion about your vision and goals, then help our clients make informed decisions about the wide range of materials to choose from.

PVC – Polyvinyl chloride is a type of single-ply roofing membrane used on commercial or industrial roofs and is known for its durability and cost-effectiveness.

TPO – Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply roofing membrane that is one of the fastest growing commercial roofing systems on the market. TPO roofing systems are made up of a single layer of rubber and reinforcing fabric.

EPDM – Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer a durable synthetic rubber roofing membrane widely used in low-slope buildings.

MB – Modified Bitumen roofing is an asphalt-based, close cousin of the older Built-up-Roof (BUR) and is known to withstand harsh exposure to extreme environmental elements.

Whether you oversee the construction or reroofing of a new commercial office space, industrial building or residential complex, a flat roof can provide a cost effective and durable alternative to traditional roofing options.

When choosing roofing materials, consider your budget, climate, and how long you plan to stay in your home.

You may not always know which option suits your structure’s needs, but our team at FS Roof Systems and Exteriors can help with that. We’re always as transparent as possible, so together we’ll sort out an action plan to get started with a repair, replacement and maintenance solution that works for you.