5 biggest myths about SPF insulation – #5: SPF insulation isn’t as energy efficient as a BUR or panel roof.

The 5 biggest myths about SPF exposes some of the worst assumptions and misunderstandings about SPF insulation. These are some of the most frequent, even laughable fallacies our R&A Contracting team hears on a regular basis. You can learn more about SPF insulation by connecting with a member of our team here.
5 biggest myths about SPF insulation – #5: SPF insulation isn’t as energy efficient as a BUR or panel roof.
The idea of using spray foam insulation to cover your commercial roof may raise some eyebrows. How can a foam roof solution protect your building’s interior from the sun’s heat induction? The energy efficiency of a roofing solution is determined by the R-value rating, the capacity of an insulation material to withstand heat flow. The higher an R-value rating, the better insulation capability.
SPF insulation carries the highest R-value rating of any commercial roofing solutions, including BURs or panel roofs. (Department of Energy) Spray foam, or “foam in place” insulation as it’s called by the Department of Energy, carries an R-value rating of 6.2 per inch of thickness. (DOE) SPF insulation also carries the most weather- and moisture-resistant capabilities out of any commercial roofing solutions. (Green Building Advisor)
R&A Contracting is a certified installer of Lapolla Industries’ FOAM-LOK SPF closed-cell solution. FOAM-LOK closed-cell SPF has an R-value rating of over 6.0 per inch. Closed-cell SPF insulation systems, when properly installed, provide energy savings of up to 45%. (Lapolla) We also install an elastomeric UV coating over FOAM-LOK that’s called Thermo-Flex, also from Lapolla Industries. This added protection helps reflect the sun’s harmful UV rays, protects your roof from shallow surface damage, and extends your roof’s life-cycle.