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(505) 344-ROOF

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(505) 466-ROOF

Shingles - Asphalt, Fiberglass, Metal, Wood

   Shingle roofs are systems that are composed of a small unit that is installed in an overlapping fashion to direct the water flow off the roof. The composition, size, and style of the shingles can vary. Shingles are installed on an inclined roof of at least 3" in 12" of rise. In some areas of the country, a shingle may be installed directly over the roof deck. However, there is usually an asphaltic “dry-in” sheet installed. Shingles are attached to the roof deck with a mechanical fastener, which is concealed when the next “course” or row is installed. A shingle can have “tabs” cut into them at the factory, presenting an appearance of smaller units when installed.

Tile - Clay Tile, Concrete Tile, Glazed Tile, Metal Tile

   Tile is a term to describe a variety of small units that range in length and width. These tiles can be composed of concrete or clay, finished or unfinished, and shaped flat or sculptured. The method of attachment is nailed, glued, mud-on, or a combination of these. Most tile systems, if properly manufactured and installed, can be expected to last 30 to 40 years. The typical failures of these systems are around penetrations and valleys. Tile systems also tend to “slide” with age and can cause splitting of the 90-lb. sheet underneath. The point of failure of the 90-lb. is usually at the selvage edge. Tile is available in a variety of colors and finishes. Tile can be made to interlock or butt joint.

Metal - Standing Seam, Batten Seam, Flat Seam, Bermuda

   Metal roof systems are available in a variety of materials and formations. These systems are generally used on commercial, industrial, or governmental facilities. The most common types of metal used are aluminum, galvanized, galvalume, or copper.

Single Ply - CPE, CSPE, EPDM, PIB, PVC

   Single ply roof systems are generally those that are factory-fabricated and installed in the field as a single layer. Single ply roofing systems come on a roll and can be loose-laid, adhered, or mechanically attached to the substrate. The laps of these systems are heat or chemically welded or glued together with an adhesive. Singly ply roofing systems offer ease of installation, lighter weight, and usually a lower cost because of labor installation savings. Some of the concerns are puncture resistance, ponding water, delamination, and chemical resistance.

Liquid Applied - Acrylic Elastomeric, Acrylic Modified Urethane, Elastomeric, Epoxy, Polyurethane

   Liquid applied roofing can refer to a liquid applied membrane, coating, or even paint by some manufacturers. Here we will define liquid applied roofing systems as those systems that were designed and manufactured as waterproofing agents, optionally incorporating a reinforcement scrim at installation. Liquid applied systems have many inherent advantages as well as disadvantages. The key to success when using these systems is to properly identify the correct application and substrate preparation. Nearly all of these systems should never be installed where water ponding is a problem. The expected life of most systems is 5 years, with signs of aging showing around the third year. These systems are usually applied as a recovery application over an existing system in one or more coats directly to the deck.

Built Up Roofing - Coal Tar Pitch, Cold Applied BUR, Hot Asphalt, Hybrid BUR, Modified Bitumen

   Built up roofing, also known as BURM (Built Up Roofing Membrane), is an old, generic term for any system that is composed of multiple layers of felts that are adhered together with either an asphalt (hot or cold), coal tar, emulsion, or any other adhesive. Because of modern technology and this definition of BUR, any system that uses reinforcement felt and adhesive can be called a BUR roof. Here we will restrict the term BUR or Built Up Roofing to mean any system that is composed of and installed with a bitumen. This restriction or definition is commonly called Traditional Built Up Roofing. Traditional BUR systems are generally those using a bitumen saturated felt, installed in multiple layers in the field, and optionally surfaced with an aggregate, finishing felt, or coating.