The Beck Co.
"Serving Our Customers For Over 50 Years"
With a society growing more and more concerned about our environment, the roofing industry is witnessing a trend with customers who not only want a roofing system that won’t leak, but one that is also good for our environment.
As green roofing continues to grow in popularity throughout the U.S. in places like the west coast and in major cities like Los Angeles and Chicago, what some customers may not realize are the facts about a system that has been around for over 150 years.
That system is Coal Tar…
Coal tar is a perfect system for those who are concerned about the environment and is ideal for green roofing systems. With an aggregated surface, the system has twice the reflectivity of a forest or meadow.
The life span of coal tar roofs, last 25 percent longer than the next best membrane and 200 percent longer than other systems, helps reduce landfill volume. The applications save energy costs and reduce the burden on sewer systems as well.
The cold flow process of coal tar allows for the system to heal itself before leaks can ever be a problem and with coal tar, you get a system that can stand up to constantly changing temperatures, oils, animal fats and common chemicals found in industrial buildings.
Coal tar systems have been known to last for over 50 years and are the first choice of experienced roofers. If you or anyone you know is looking for a new, environmentally safe roof system or would just like more information on coal tar and green roofs, call your roofing professionals today.