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Built-up roofing, or "BUR" as it's commonly known, is essentially your standard tar-and-gravel roof, and it's built with multiple layers (piles).  This commercial roofing system is a flexible roof type as the number of layers can be varied to help control costs or meet specific durability requirements you may need to address.  It's a very old low-slope roof system and is one of the most rugged roofing types available today.

Metal roofing is a very popular commercial roof type because there are some many different kinds of metal available to use in such a roofing system, including:

• Corrugated galvanized steel
• Aggregates of zinc, aluminum, and silicon-coated steel
• Metal tile sheets
• Copper
• Aluminum
• Stainless steel
• Stone-coated steel
• Tin
• Lead

Protective surface layers are added to manage damage from prolonged exposure to sunlight and other environmental dangers.  Metal roofing also has the advantage of having an attractive, finished look, but when budget and durability are of the utmost importance, it's wise to go with what works best rather than what looks best.  However, metal roofs have strong fire resistance ratings and are stronger and more durable than traditional commercial roofing options.  They also help create a more sustainable design for your building

Reinforced roof fabrics are applied to as as "carriers" for bitumen, which is later cut and installed in layers similar to BUR membranes.  These commercial roofs are generally fastened to commercial rooftops as two ply systems and adhered to the roofing deck for maximum stability and protection.  Maintenance of modified bitumen roof is simple and can typically be handled with annual inspections and cleaning.  They offer enhanced tensile strength compared to most other flat roof types that experience regular foot traffic.  That means if you anticipate a lot of activity on your commercial building roof, modified bitumen may be ideal.

Also known as ethylene propylene diene terpolymer (EPDM) roofing, thermoset roof system offer long lasting durability and versatility.  Plus, it's easy to maintain and repair compared to most other commercial roofing types.  An EPDM roof boasts a strong resistance to ultraviolet light and ozone and is constructed from a single-ply rubber material, making it a great choice to help lower your energy costs.  Other benefits of this single-ply membrane roofing include great flexibility in colder temperatures, and resistance to some acids, solvents, and alcohol.

The traditional leader among flat roof commercial roofing products, EPDM is a weatherproof, economical solution to your commercial roofing needs.  This type of roofing is constructed of synthetic rubber compound, making it extremely durable and resistant to UV radiation.  EPDM is versatile and long-lasting, even in the harshest of weather conditions.

Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) and Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) commercial roofs are lightweight, highly reflective, and provide excellent weathering.  They're also resistant to UV light, punctures or tears, bacterial growth, and most chemicals - including oils and animal fats.  The seam strength offered by thermoplastic roofs makes it ideal for second-generation applications, too.  The nature of these resistances makes thermoplastic roof membranes popular for restaurants and other businesses that emit oils and fats from their ventilation systems.  Other benefits range from a high-temperature tolerance to fire and wind resistance.  Unlike other rubber roofing systems, TPO is white which naturally reflects sunlight, which can slash cooling costs of commercial properties.  It also retains a great deal of heat in the winter, cutting down on heating costs.  TPO roofing materials are also completely recyclable.  

If your commercial property needs a new roof or you're considering all your commercial roofing material options, contact your trusted roofing experts at Finger Lakes Roofing.  We can help guide you in the right direction on the best maintenance or replacement business.