Articles by Ray Corbin

Modified bitumen products have evolved to better meet the needs of today’s roofing contractor and building owner.

During the last five years, thermoplastic membranes have been the fastest growing segment of the low-slope commercial/industrial membrane market.

PVC’s proven track record of performance for the past 15 years together with an increasing emphasis on energy conservation, make the lighter-colored PVC sheets a natural choice for today’s owners.

Modified bitumen systems are popular today for various reasons.

Fiberglass-reinforced built-up roofing systems have been holding their own in the market.

Reducing the ozone and smog content in the local environment will greatly enhance the overall quality of air within the city.

Polyiso roof insulation represents more than 55 percent of all insulation used in low-sloped roof construction.

Roofing accessories are those items that complete the roofing membrane system and allow the field of the roof to do its job.

BUR systems using asphalt have the longest performance record of any roofing system and roofing crews have the most experience in BUR application.

A well-insulated roofing system can save money, conserve energy and provide a better base for membrane application.