Among all the options available today in membrane single ply roof systems, white thermoplastic polymer or "TPO" membrane has become a preferred product used by commercial roofers. Thermoplastic membrane offers many advantages to roofers and building owners alike, making it a cost-effective and reliable option for most commercial buildings.
Still, these are not the only benefits for using this material. White TPO Energy Star roofing also meets or exceeds EPA Energy Star specifications for roofing materials.
Many Benefits of TPO Membrane Roofing
TPO membrane roof systems have become the preferred option of many commercial roofers due to their many advantages. They are faster and easier to install and much cleaner, generating less mess and toxic odors. TPO is strong as well as both dirt and weather resistant when properly installed. It is also lightweight, making it ideal for a variety of applications.
It can be installed with a fastener system or adhered directly onto the tops of buildings for higher wind resistance. It is available in various thicknesses that are able to withstand different climates and weather extremes and is fully recyclable. In addition to these many qualities, TPO Energy Star roofing also offers commercial building owners one of the most energy efficient options sold today.
White TPO is Energy Star Green
Cooling a huge commercial building with a flat top can be costly. Fortunately, since the quality of TPO materials available to roofers has improved over time, they have also become more energy efficient. Current thermoplastic membrane systems are available in white, which absorbs much less heat while reflecting more UV rays.
Thermoplastic polymer materials are manufactured using formulas and techniques that also increase its reflectiveness, further reducing the absorption of UV sun rays. High-quality formulations of this material meet or exceed Energy Star standards for energy efficient cool roofs. When installed by commercial roofers, TPO Energy Star roofing lowers energy costs and some building owners may also qualify for certain tax credits.
Trial and Error Created A Great Product
Although thermoplastic polymer membrane has had some problems since its invention a few decades ago, today’s product has come a long way from what was originally offered. Through trial and error along with continued improvement of the manufacturing formula and process, the product installed by today's roofers is far superior.
Modern TPO offers greater weather resistance, stronger durability, and a system that is more reliable than ever before. The added advantage of being Energy Star cool roof certified adds one more significant way that commercial building owners can benefit by having this better, more resilient thermoplastic installed on their building.
TPO Energy Star roofing is every building owner’s best choice when the time comes to consider a new roof to be installed by many commercial roofers. It is durable, cost-effective, and the most energy efficient flat system available today for commercial installation.
While the initial cost may be slightly higher than other membrane or BUR systems, Energy Star TPO installed by experienced roofers will quickly pay for itself in longevity and increased energy efficiency!
