About Us Follow Us Follow on Twitter Follow on LinkedIn Home Durability Sustainability Aesthetics News Case Studies News Releases Resource Center Search for: Search for: Discover the Cool Benefits of PVC (Vinyl) Roofs PVC membrane roofing is the high-performing, low slope, single-ply roofing solution. Reflective PVC roofs have protected and kept buildings cool in climates around the world for decades. And they can be an important contributor to reduction of the urban heat island effect and its consequences such as smog and greenhouse gas emissions. Cool roofs provide significant benefits in the hot summer months, and taking into account the less demanding winter months, the net effect is generally positive over the course of the year. PVC roofs have demonstrated in service that they can provide: cooling energy savings peak demand electricity reduction , and net energy savings in all but the most extreme climates (e.g., parts of Alaska). THE FIRST HALLMARK OF SUSTAINABILITY: PUT ON A ROOF THAT LASTS A LONG TIME PVC roofing is heat-weldable and all of its structural connections can be made watertight for the utmost in infrastructure integrity over a long lifecycle. Combined with its fire resistance and inherent strength, PVC is a highly durable commercial roofing material with proven performance to withstand thermal cycles, wind loads, structural movement and temperature extremes. Durability PVC roofing membranes can stand up to some of the toughest stresses and have been proven to support and protect roofs throughout the world. Learn more about this durable, high-performance low-slope roofing solution » Sustainability Roofs made of PVC roofing membrane contribute significantly to achieving two major objectives of green building programs – the reduction of both building cooling loads and the urban heat island effect. See why PVC membranes are the sustainable choice among commercial roofing systems » Aesthetics PVC roofing membranes’ aesthetic qualities make them the choice for any roof design. Find out why PVC is recommended for projects with aesthetic considerations here » Continuing Education Take our Peak Energy Demand AIA/CES Course » Take our Cool Roofing Myths AIA/CES Course » Learn More View the Peak Energy Demand Infographic » View the Cool Roofing Myths Infographic » Read our Environmental Product Declaration (pdf) » Watch Fire Resistance in Action » VinylRoofs.org Environmental Product Declaration Stay Informed With Our Newsletter Leave this field empty if you're human: Home Durability Sustainability Aesthetics Case Studies News Releases Resource Center About Us Copyright ©2025 VinylRoofs.org