Better Economics over the Long Haul
While some types of roofing may have lower initial costs, the true costs of a roofing system are measured over its total life cycle. These include maintenance and repair costs, energy savings, and tear-off and disposal costs. Clearly, economics is a very important criterion for building owners, and High-Performance Roofing systems must be economical if they are to become viable, real-world options.
A Duro-Last Cool Zone roofing system delivers excellent life-cycle economics. Key benefits include:
- Reduced installation costs through custom factory prefabrication
- Low maintenance and repair costs
- Protection from interior damage costs through leak-proof performance
- Elimination of extended warranty costs
- Savings incurred through reduced energy consumption, and related rebates or incentives
The following example compares the life-cycle costs of a High-Performance Roofing system in this case, a prefabricated white PVC single-ply with popular black EPDM and BUR systems for a fully-warranted, 50,000 square-foot re-roof. This example comparison clearly demonstrates the impact that an energy-efficient, High-Performance Roof can have over time.
| 20-Year Life Cycle Cost Considerations | Roof A (Black EPDM/BUR) | Roof B (HPR White PVC Single Ply) |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Size | 50,000 Square Feet | 50,000 Square Feet |
| Roof Product Cost | $70,000 | $80,000 |
| Installation (Labor + Overhead) | $60,000 | $45,000 |
| Tear-Off, Disposal Costs | $12,500 | $0 |
| Est. Maintenance Costs, 20 Years | $5,000 | $1,500 |
| Est. Repair Costs, 20 Years | $7,750 | $0 |
| Est. Energy Savings, 20 Years | $0 | ($84,000) |
| Est. Life Cycle Costs | $155,250 | $50,500 |