IB is a PVC membrane reinforced with synthetic threads 50, 60 or 80 millimeters thick. For most residential applications 50 mil membrane is sufficient enough while 80mil is mostly used on commercial buildings with high foot traffic. The high points of IB membrane are:
· Lifetime warranty
All residential and commercial IB products are covered for life! – It means that you will have warranty for as long as you will own your house.
· Sustainability
Due to the unique manufacturing process IB membrane is very durable and not very sensitive to the outside factors such as weather and water thus by far outlasting traditional roofing materials making it last the lifetime.
· Energy savings
White IB membrane reflects almost 90% of the sunlight significantly reducing amount of heat that enters your home through the roof during the hot period of year. That result in lower electrical bill since you don’t need to run air conditioning system nearly as much.
· Easy maintenance and repair.
IB flat roof does not require any special maintenance. Even if it gets punctured (i.e. by falling branch) it can be easily and quickly fixed by just welding a little patch over the puncture. It can be done any time of the year, too.
· Ponding water resistance
IB roofs are specially manufactured to withstand ponding water. IB membrane is made of PVC (polyvinylchloride) - material most of the water pipes are made from, thus is impermeable for water. In fact, IB is so sure that ponding water won’t get through your roof that it does not affect your lifetime warranty!
· Fire resistance
Unlike traditional roofing materials that are either flammable or can support burning IB roofing membrane has class “A” rating for fire resistance, thus suppressing flames rather than supporting them.
· Reliability
IB Roof Systems manufactures not only the roofing membrane itself but also full range of accessories such as flashings, vents, drains, corners and so on ensuring their compatibility with each other and helping to cover even very difficult and oddly shaped roofs. All IB accessories are covered by the same lifetime warranty.