When something happens to your roof where damage occurs and leaking or the potential for this type of issue you will want to act swiftly. You do not want to invite in water, debris, wildlife, or bugs. The first thing to do before looking to repair or replace is to apply a temporary cover for protection. Roofing Tarps can quickly stop further damage or prevent any problems from even beginning to the structure and contents below.
A sturdy, easy to handle, and waterproof tarp or tarps big enough to cover the area in question is vital in cutting down on the costs of the damage. Having tarps in storage or easy access to these will go a long way. This is especially the case in areas prone to major storm activity such as with tornados and hurricanes. A number of quality types of tarps are ideal as Roofing Tarps including those crafted from Poly and Vinyl material.
Poly Tarps
The stereotypical roof tarp is the Blue Poly Tarp. These also answer to the name of Hurricane Tarps. They are made with layers of Polyethylene ( plastic) material that have grommets (eyelets) evenly around the perimeter in the hems to allow for the safe and secure tie down of the cover. Poly Tarps are extremely lightweight and possess the important waterproof feature for this type of application along with being heat, UV ray, mildew, tear, and abrasion resistant.
It is not the color that is what provides the protection it is the material. Poly Tarps are offered in a spectrum of colors, thicknesses, weights, and optional features such as fire retardant and reinforced giving users the versatility to match their needs.
Vinyl Tarps
Vinyl Tarps are also great to use as Roofing Tarps. This material is extremely strong and durable, resistant to punctures, tears, abrasion, mildew, and UV rays. From medium duty to heavy duty tarps, many of the vinyl products are waterproof. Although these covers are a little heavier than Poly Tarps, they are still rather light and easy to handle and maneuver on the roof or wherever they are necessary.
Most Vinyl Tarps and Covers come in a choice of many colors, weights, thicknesses, and specific options including fire retardant, anti-static, and clear view material.
Roofing and Construction Work
The wide assortment of Poly and Vinyl Tarps along with other material covers also aid roofing, construction, and other trades. Roofing Tarps help protect and secure the roof, tools, and materials for job that are on roofs or other high areas.
Tarps that are extremely beneficial for roof or high work are Debris Lifting Tarps. Also known as Tear-Off Tarps, these are manufactured from reinforced black vinyl to allow them to be utilized in lifting debris and other items from construction sites.
Tarps Now and Roofing Tarps
TarpsNow.com carries one of the largest selections of Roofing Tarps available in materials such as Poly and Vinyl. Securing your roof following a storm, weathering, or fire as well as for preventive measures or during construction is critical. They also protect the contents and people inside. Contact Tarps Now at (888) 800-1383 to learn more about Roofing Tarps for sale. There are in stock sizes as well as custom to order options. Many of the items, especially the blue poly tarps (Hurricane Tarps) are available in bulk quantities for further savings.
