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Case Study
Lenexa, KS
From Full Replacement → Full Recovery
Mechanically Attached TPO with widespread failing seams and moisture
Project Overview
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Roof Type: Mechanically Attached TPO over metal roof.
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Condition: TPO system that was aged and past service life.
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Moisture Level:
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Outcome: Restored (No Tear-Off)
The Problem
Aged TPO system that had reached end of service life
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Moisture across ~16% of roof area
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Hidden moisture in scrim and insulation
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Low-grade moisture detected across 95% of roof surface
Replacement seemed like the only option.
What Was Done
1. Stop the Damage
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Sealed seams and penetrations
- Contractor Installed Silicone Coating System
2. Install Venting System
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Custom RS-1 layout
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Based on infrared data
3. Monitor + Adjust
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Ongoing tracking of dry-down
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Before/after core sampling + lab testing
Not a patch. An engineered system to reverse the condition.
The Results
Wet → Dry progression over time
December (Wet)
July (Dry)
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Dry-down occurred in 2 months
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99+% reduction in moisture content (Core Samples)
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$211,000 saved
Not years. Not guesswork. Months.
Before You Replace Your Roof
Know What You’re Dealing With Before You Decide
Professional infrared evaluation before you make a major roofing decision.
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