Are you looking to start a commercial or industrial roof replacement for your facility? Brothers Roofing is partnered with industry-leading roofing manufacturers like GAF to provide you with high-quality products and expert installation. We specialize in various commercial roofing systems, including TPO and PVC single-ply roofing membranes.



TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) are thermoplastic single-ply roofing membranes with heat-welded seams. Both are considered "cool" roofing materials that can help you save money on energy bills. They are also installed using a similar process.

The differences between TPO and PVC lie in their chemical compositions. Both are designed to accommodate roof movement; however, PVC offers better chemical resistance and tends to be more flexible than TPO. TPO is usually the more cost-effective option of the two and provides better thermal expansion properties.

It can be tough to decide between TPO and PVC roofing materials for your commercial or industrial building. Here are a few factors you should consider:

• Both TPO and PVC roofing materials have different price points. TPO is generally less expensive than PVC is, but it’s important to consider the long-term costs of each material before you make a decision. Don’t forget to factor in maintenance and repair expenses. If you’re having a tough time figuring out how much the long-term cost of either of these materials will be, give us a call. We can explain everything you need to know.

• It’s important that you choose a roofing material that has the durability you need. Although both TPO and PVC roofing materials are very durable, TPO may be more resistant to punctures and tears. If you believe your building’s roof will have a lot of foot traffic or there’s potential for damage from falling debris, TPO may be a better choice for you. However, if you don’t need your roof to stand up to foot traffic or falling debris, PVC may be a better choice. You can discuss this with your roofing expert when you call us for a quote.

• Environmental impacts. If you’re concerned about the environment, you should consider the environmental impact of each roofing material. Although TPO is generally considered to be more environmentally friendly than PVC is because it contains fewer chemicals and is generally easier to recycle, you need to still make sure it’s the right choice for your building.

• Think about the maintenance requirements of TPO and PVC before you make a decision. Both types of roofing materials require regular maintenance to ensure they last as long as possible and perform as well as they can. However, specific maintenance tasks may be different for each, which means you should talk to our roofing experts to find out which one is the right choice for you.