Reasons to Invest in a Custom Roofing System

A roof is a big investment, regardless of the type of building. However, a commercial roofing system’s service life can affect that company’s overall profitability. Maintenance, labor, disruptions, and more can affect your bottom line. That’s why a custom prefabricated roofing system can help protect you and your business.

Less Roofing Material Needed

An average commercial roofing system results in 15% of materials wasted. With a custom-fabricated Duro-Last®® roofing system, that waste factor is reduced by 11%. This not only reduces material waste, it helps you save money. This is due, in part, to the fact that our custom-fabricated membranes are manufactured with 3-inch tabs pre-welded, with 85% of the seams already completed ahead of delivery. Another major factor is that these systems are made in a factory, away from the elements. This means production time doesn’t need to slow down whenever there’s inclement weather.   

Building Disruptions Minimized

For facility owners and operators, a custom-fabricated Duro-Last® system can reduce headaches during installation. Whenever disruptions to the business operations can be cut down, money and time are saved. Installation of a typical commercial roofing system can involve shutting the facility down, an incredible amount of noise, and dangerous fumes. With the custom-fabricated Duro-Last® system, the vast majority is manufactured off-site. This alone speeds up the installation time. Additionally, these system installations do not involve noisy machinery or dangerous fumes. Typically a Duro-Last® roof can even sit on top of the existing roof, meaning no tear-offs are needed, preventing leaks and debris from damaging the building.

Durable Roofing Lasts Longer

Duro-Last® roofing systems are fire-resistant, protect against chemicals, and protect against mother nature. High winds, grease, dirt, snow, hail, rain, temperature fluctuations, and more are no match for these prefabricated roofing systems. By protecting your roof, you protect its service life. This means that your roof is essentially maintenance-free. 

Fewer Seams and Fewer Leaks

When roofing systems are custom-fabricated, planning is key. A huge bonus to these roofing systems is that the engineering and manufacturing of them leads to fewer seams. With fewer seams comes fewer chances of potential leaks down the road. This kind of watertight design is also beneficial when it comes to aesthetics. This means that when a commercial roofing systems is suffering from 

Maintenance Time Reduced

Because prefabricated roofing systems can stand up against Mother Nature, chemicals, and more, the upkeep needed is minimal. The weakest point of any roofing system is where any two or more sections meet. With around 85% of the seams in a Duro-Last® roof sealed in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility, these seams are stronger, leading to fewer problems in the future. Any remaining seams are handled on-site by authorized contractors and these seams are all inspected by a technical representative from Duro-Last® before warranties are issued. Plus, all curb flashings and stacks are created in the factory. All of these procedures add up to fewer problems and less maintenance time over the service life of your roof.

Lower Energy Costs

Save money on your facility’s cooling costs with the Duro-Last® white membrane. With the highest retained reflectivity rating from the ENERGY STAR® Roof Products Program, this membrane helps reflect harmful UV rays from the sun, resulting in less cooling loss in the warmer months. Check with your local energy program for more information on rebates and other incentives that may be available to you.

Sustainable Roofing Systems from Duro-Last®

The prefabricated roofing systems from Duro-Last® are certified sustainable. In fact, they’re leaders in the industry under the NSF American National Standard for Sustainable Roofing Membranes. The “Recycle Your Roof” program has resulted in 80+ million pounds of material being recycled. Duro-Last® also works to verify their products’ sustainability. 

Let’s Talk About Flat Roofing

For over 30 years, the Duerson Company has been the proven flat-roofing experts. Whether you think your roof may be in need of a complete tear-off or you’re ready to invest in a long-lasting prefabricated roofing system, contact us today. We’ll be happy to provide a free professional roof analysis and discuss your options.