Is GenTite EPDM, TPO residential roofing system is a good choice in Houston, TX?

GenFlex Roofing Systems is well known as a commercial roofing manufacturer. But recently, it has introduced its GenTite Residential Roofing systems. Their knowledge and experience in commercial roofing systems help them in building a high performance roof that is easy to install roof.

Any house owner who wants to have a patio, porch, shed dormer, balcony or carport attached to the home, their roofing contractor suggests them having a low slope roof. Low slope roofs are not water tight roofs like how asphalt shingles shed water. If you don’t select a water tight roofing system, water will penetrate through your roof.

GenFlex Roofing Systems makes both EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) and TPO (a high quality thermoplastic polyolefin) membranes. Since the products of GenFlex are cooler in summer times. It is a good choice in Houston, TX. As a Texas resident you are not suppose to use black color membrane on your roof. SO we will suggest you to go for a white roofing membrane which saves energy bills. GenFlex white TPO products meet the stringent criteria of the LEED program and California Title 24 Standards.

GenFlex EPDM is a high-quality rubber membrane that is resistant to tears, impacts, punctures and normal foot traffic. Normal structural movement has limited effect on its integrity. This membrane provides excellent resistance to ozone and ultraviolet light exposure.

Like EPDM, GenTite TPO roofing systems are designed for durability and to withstand extreme environmental exposure. The bonus is the reflectivity of the white membrane is proved to keep solar heat out of buildings, increasing energy savings. In some geographic regions, GenTite TPO “cool roof” systems stay 50 to 60 degrees F. cooler at peak times than traditional roofing membranes.

When you are remodeling your house, you should be aware of is that you can’t go directly construct over an asphalt-based roof. Before making an decision of construction these residential membranes, please consult a local roofing contractor or company to find if it is a good choice for your building structure or is it meeting your criteria or not.