modified bitumen
A Modified bitumen roof is similar to that of the old built-up roof system from years past.The modified bitumen is stronger and will last much longer. The top of the modified bitumen can be covered with ceramic granules to give the roof color which will also give it an ability to reflect the harmful UV rays.
The modified bitumen roof is installed on top of fiberglass base sheet. The fiberglass base sheet is installed on top of the existing substrate. The fiberglass base sheet is to keep the underneath portion of the building from catching on fire. When you are installing modified bitumen the roofing contractor is using a propane torch to heat the material up to 1800° so that the roof as a strong adhesion to one another. Safety precautions to prevent a fire from happening is a high priority.
When you are installing the modified bitumen a round ice skylight are a pipe that is exiting the roof structure, you must use a detail torch to butter the seams. The roof contractors shall cut small pieces of the modified bitumen and use tongs to hold the material while using the detail torch to melt the material in and around the skylight or pipe.
Atlanta roofing contractors, has been installing modified bitumen for approximately 12 years. There are many great roofing companies who can provide excellent craftsmanship for the installation of your new flat roof system. The quality of workmanship is the big question anymore rather it is the price of the job.
Consumer Reports has quite a few great roofing companies listed for you to choose from. The the one company that people choose the most for their new modified bitumen roof installation, is 1st Choice Roofing. We have many years of installing many different types of material for flat roof systems. The one we recommend which gives the most bang for the buck is the GAF modified bitumen.
To get more out of your newly installed modified bitumen roof, we recommend that you have us apply a layer of topcoat. A layer of topcoat which has UV protection can significantly reduce your heating and cooling cost. Not only will it help with your electrical bill, the topcoat will provide an additional 5 to 8 years of roof life to the modified bitumen. Hydro stop premium topcoat is the one recommended must for it has an elastic acrylic membrane which allows the roof system to expand up to 50%.
With the installation of your GAF modified bitumen roof, the roofing contractors at 1st Choice Roofing will provide a 15 year leak free warranty. If have skylights on your roof structure we can have new ones installed in less than 24 hours. We also have the ability to have custom made skylights to fit all your needs. If you have any questions or concerns or would like a free roof estimate, please feel free to call the professionals at 1st Choice Roofing.
Tony Neal
