After working as a lumberjack, carpenter, tool and die maker and soldier, among other jobs, John R. Burt got into the swimming pool business. After a liner he had purchased failed, he recognized the importance of vertical integration to control quality and founded Tri-City Vinyl to manufacture his own pool liners. One day it occurred to him: If his product could keep water in, it could keep water out. In 1978, that insight became the Duro-Last Roofing System.
The majority of roofing system failures then (and still today) are not due to the product itself, but to workmanship on-site. To solve this problem, Duro-Last developed custom prefabrication methods and specialized equipment that allows us to complete nearly 100% of the difficult roof details and up to 85% of field seams under ideal factory-controlled conditions. The result is lower on-site labor costs and better installation quality. Learn more about our prefabrication benefits here.
Duro-Last is now the world's largest manufacturer of custom-fabricated roofing systems. Duro-Last Roofing Systems, our contractor installation team, customer service and best-in-class warranties all set the quality standards for the roofing industry.
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The Duro-Life 600 roofing system is designed to deliver 600 consecutive months – that’s 50 years – of unparalleled, environmentally friendly roof and insulation performance. This sustainable system is the result of a collaboration between two long-standing, established American roofing materials manufacturers: Duro-Last® and DuPont™. If you seek an energy-efficient, durable, low-slope roofing option, while reducing building materials entering the waste stream, turn to Duro-Life 600.
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Select Duro-Last 60-mil membrane or Duro-Last X™ 60-mil or 80-mil, mechanically fastened or Duro-Bond®, for a custom-fabricated membrane with a 25- or 30-year membrane and system warranty. For more information about our warranties, click here.
Maximize energy efficiency with DuPont Styrofoam™ Brand Deckmate™ Plus Insulation or DuPont Styrofoam™ Brand Square Edge Insulation to meet your desired R-value spec or building code with a 50-year re-use and thermal warranty (DuPont™ Styrofoam™ Brand Insulation).
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The design and formulation of a Duro-Last Roofing System helps it beat the elements. And it helps you beat the clock. Our factory-welded seams eliminate most of your onsite seaming, reduce waste and errors, and dramatically cut your installation time. Proving that the “World’s Best Roof®” is good not only for building owners, but for contractors like you.
Duro-Last manufactures a custom-fabricated, single-ply commercial roofing system that is ideal for any flat or low-sloped application. Extremely durable and easily installed by authorized contractors without disrupting building operations, the Duro-Last Roofing System is watertight, highly reflective, resistant to chemicals, fire and high winds, and virtually maintenance-free. Additionally, custom-fabricated roofing systems from Duro-Last eliminate up to 85% of rooftop seaming, resulting in lower labor costs and better installation quality. Learn more about our custom-fabrication benefits here.
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Manufactured with the same formulation as the industry-leading Duro-Last® membrane, Duro-Last X is an excellent choice for contractors seeking the convenience of roll goods coupled with the customization of custom-cut lengths. Designed to reduce scrap and improve installation efficiency over traditional roll goods, the Duro-Last X membrane is available in 10-foot wide rolls that can be custom-cut to any length up to 200 feet. While the formulation is the same, Duro-Last X is manufactured using a different process, resulting in a smooth matte finish. A complete line of custom-fabricated accessories and parapets are also available with Duro-Last X, which are made from the Duro-Last flagship membrane and have a glossier initial appearance.
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When you install a custom-fabricated Duro-Last Roofing System, up to 85% of the seams are completed in a factory-controlled environment before the roofing system is delivered to the job site. By eliminating most of the on-site seaming, Duro-Last dramatically reduces the potential for leaks — and adds the advantages of ...
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Program Title: Utilizing Utility Rebates to Drive Energy-Efficient Roofing
LEARNING OBJECTIVES After reading this article, you should be able to: 1 Identify ways in which incentive programs for enhanced insulation and cool roofing options help drive energy efficiency in commercial roofing. 2 Provide an ...
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You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by EVERROOF and General Coatings, coming to you LIVE from the Western Roofing Expo! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from the western region of the country. Guests include manufacturers, ...
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Heidi J. Ellsworth meets up with Jackie Hart of Estimating Edge and Chad Davis of Duro-Last to talk about their collaboration in supplying top quality estimates for Duro-Last contractors. Both very family-based companies, they share that taking care of the customer with high touch points is critical. ...
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Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Duro-Last’s National Sales Manager, Jason Dark, and VP of Sales, Steve Ruth, about the launch of Duro-Last X™, the industry's first custom-cut roll good membrane solution. The podcast will discuss the importance of roofing contractors continually looking for improved solutions that offer increased productivity, profitability ...
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To learn more about Duro-Last, visit their RCS Directory.
Duro-Last 2021 Project Award Winner - Metal Roofing
Duro-Last 2020 Project Winner - Sustainability
Duro-Last 2020 Project Winner - Specialty Membrane
Duro-Last 2020 Project Winner - Metal Roofing
Duro-Last 2020 Project Winner - Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky
Duro-Last 2020 Project Winner - Custom Fabrication
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Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Roof of the Year
Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Custom Fabrication
Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Edge-to-Edge/Deck-to-Sky
Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Metal Roofing
Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Sustainability
Duro-Last 2019 Project Winner - Specialty Membrane
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