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ROOFING CONSULTATION
With over 18 years of experience in the design and construction administration for re-roof projects; BMA Architects offers comprehensive services for the investigation and resolution of problems associated with existing roofing systems.
BMA ROOFING PROJECTS:
GTE/Verizon Communications/ Frontier
Design and construction administration for over 100 re-roof projects
throughout Michigan, Wisconsin and Ohio. A fully adhered EPDM roof membrane was used for most of these projects.
Flushing Community Schools:
Complete tear off and re-roof of two existing school buildings. A fully adhered EPDM roof membrane was used.
North Branch Area Schools:
Re-roof and facade improvements to existing district maintenance building. Mechanically fixed thermosplastic membrane roofing was used for this project.
Grand Haven Area Public Schools:
Re-roof of 11 district wide buildings totaling over 300,000 sq. ft. of
roof area replaced.
Fruitport Community Schools:
Re-roof of Beach Elementary School.
Baker College of Muskegon:
Re-roof areas needed
City of Muskegon- Smith-Ryerson Park Building:
Replace roof and add insulation for energy improvements. Fully adhered EPDM membrane roofing was used.
COMMERCIAL ROOFING SYSTEMS:
The type of roofing system that is best for your building will depend on a number of things such as durability, energy efficiency and installation methods. BMA professionals can help you make these decisions. Click on the link below for some commonly used systems for low sloped roofs:.
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ROOFING COMPANIES:
Please visit the following sites of reccomended roofing companies:
MWA Commercial Roofing
Contact: Charlie Appleby
Phone: 1-800-457-2661
Email: applebycharlie_mwacrs.com
CARLISLE SynTec
Contact: J. Costen
Phone: 1-616-437-9221
Email: j.costen_nccrs.com
Duro-Last Roofing
Contact: Trevor Wagester
Phone: 1-810-648-5837
Email: twagester_yahoo.com
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TYPES OF ROOFING SYSTEMS
Built-Up Roofing:BUR roofing membranes are composed of three to six layers of bitumen and felt. The bitumen material is often coal tar pitch or asphalt and acts as the main waterproofing agent. The felt is used to strengthen the system. A mineral aggregate, often gravel or crushed rock, is used as a surfacing agent on top to protect the bitumen coat from solar radiation.
Thermoplastic Roofing Systems:Thermoplastic roofing is a single-ply membrane that employs large sheets that allow for a continuous roof membrane. This systems may be loose-laid, mechanically fastened or fully adhered.Thermoplastic forms by heat of fusion and may be seamed by hot air or solvent welding. These membranes are single ply flexible materials and can be categorized into two common membranes; PVC and TPO.PVC roofing, short for Polyvinyl Chloride, is typically 45 to 60 mils thick. This membrane may or may not be reinforced. When reinforced, glass fibers or polyester fabrics are used for strength. PVC roofing are resistant to bacterial growth, industrial chemical atmospheres, extreme weather conditions and have fire-resistant and seaming capabilities.TPO roofing, short for Thermoplastic Olefin js typically 40 to 100 mils thick and can be either stiff or flexible. Fire retardants and UV absorbers may be utilized with this system. Like the PVC they membrane can be reinforced or unreinforced.
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Thermoset Roofing Systems:Like thermoplastic, thermoset is a single-ply membrane that allows for a continuous roof membrane. This systems may also be loose-laid, mechanically fastened or fully adhered.Thermoset materials become chemically crosslink which increases its strength and flexibility. This allows for exceptional performance for a wide range of exposures. EPDM is the most common class of thermoset membranes.EPDM roofing, short for Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer, is typically 30 to mils thick. EPDM offers resistance from degradation from the ozone, ultraviolet radiation and certain chemicals.
