Many businesses require durable structures to protect their assets from the elements, but some roofing solutions are not up to the task. This is especially true in areas like Weatherford where the weather runs the gamut from summer storms and winter freezes. Then there is the issue of wind damages due to unexpected tornadoes or damage from hail storms. Thankfully, an expert with Commercial Roofing in Weatherford TX can help by installing a roofing solution that is both durable and beautiful. Typical commercial roofing solutions include BUR (built-up roofing), TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) and EPDM (ethylene propylene diene terpolymer) for low-sloped roofs and asphalt shingles or steel for pitched roofs. Steel may also be used on a low-sloped roof provided the slope is not too low.
Most commercial buildings are covered with a low-sloped roof, colloquially known as a flat roof. True flat roofs do not exist because the roof needs a bit of slope to ensure drainage. The two best options for Commercial Roofing in Weatherford TX are BUR and steel. BUR is a composite roof made from layers of a membrane like roofing felt that are coated with a layer of asphalt. Typically, new installations have three layers, which makes it possible to add more if needed. One benefit to BUR is simple patching for small problems. If the issue is huge or the roof begins to age poorly, then an additional layer may be placed over the roof. TPO is a polymer sheet placed in long strips and its seams are sealed with heat. However, TPO may require thick sheets to endure the local weather. EPDM is a synthetic rubber which works well in certain situations, but it may have some issues with shrinkage.
Steel is a great solution for a durable roof because it is easily anchored to the building. Plus, any decorative features of the roof can be custom manufactured to match perfectly. Typically, steel roofs come in two types. Residential roofers often use stamped steel because the metal can be formed to resemble a variety of roofing materials. Commercial buildings often use standing seam steel roofing. This metal is usually a high gauge steel that has ribs running down its center. Each seam has an overlap that prevents rain from leaking under the panel. This results in a uniform appearance and a very reliable roof.
