Roofing

Many San Antonio business owners and homeowners are familiar with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) from the heavy, thick-walled plastic pipes used for drainage. But PVC vinyl is far more versatile: it makes a tough, durable roofing material. Knowing the basics of PVC roofing can help you decide if this versatile, energy-efficient option is suitable for your roof.

Here are a few ABC’s (ok, not in that order) of the main facets of this great type of flat roofing.

A is for Aesthetics

While often applied as white PVC, vinyl membrane can be ordered in a wide array of colors. There is more:

  • Rooftop logos—The single-ply membrane can incorporate hot-air welded, color pieces to spell out your company name
  • Curves—Complex roof lines, changes in slope, and curves are no problem for PVC

C is for Cool Roofing

PVC roofing is highly reflective, bouncing off up to 80 percent of the sun’s rays. This decreases your cooling load. PVC roofing also:

  • Emits 70 percent or more of the infrared radiation your commercial building absorbed by day.
  • Cool roofing in hot areas, such as our toasty Texas, can easily save your business up to 14 percent on its cooling costs.

D is for Durable

Heat-welded seams on PVC membranes mean minimal chance for leaks. The watertight bond is actually stronger than the membrane itself. Also:

  • Flame resistant—Vinyl is tough to ignite, slow to burn, and extinguishes itself
  • Watertight—A PVC roof can stay waterproof for more than 30 years. The single-ply membrane resists plant roots, bacteria, algae and standing water
  • Wind uplift—Texas experiences more than its share of high winds, pounding rain and rough weather. PVC roofing, properly designed and adhered, can meet or exceed all wind uplift regulations.

G is for Green

PVC roofing enjoys an exceptionally long service life, compared to other roofing systems. Also:

  • PVC single-ply membrane is completely compatible with other green roofing products, such as building-integrated photovoltaic solar electric roofing grids.
  • PVC roofing is an ideal waterproofing layer beneath planted roofs

S is for Sustainable

In addition:

  • PVC vinyl roofing reduces the heat island effect in urban areas
  • PVC is recyclable
  • Low energy consumption in manufacturing (low embodied energy) means fewer resources needed to produce PVC roofing than other types
  • Not much oil—PVC vinyl roofing is derived from salt, not oil

B is for BELDON®

When you are ready to learn more about the benefits of PVC roof membrane for your business or home, contact the professionals at BELDON® Roofing Company. We will be happy to share our expertise, far beyond the ABCs of PVC.

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