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Q: When I select my next roof, how would I know if the roof is recyclable 20 + years from now?

First, check to see what roofing technology has a proven take-back and recycling program in place today. The PVC roofing industry has been recycling aged roofs for 25 years now. Through the Vinyl Roofing Division of CFFA a platform has been formed that is dedicated to increasing awareness and accelerating the adoption of post-consumer roof recycling. Based on the history of PVC roof membrane recycling and the initiatives underway at the CFFA VRD if you select a PVC roof membrane for your new roof, it is likely it will be able to be recycled 20 + years from now. Mechanically attached and induction-welded PVC roof membranes/systems are well designed for recycling. It is expected that adhered and feltbacked PVC membranes can be recycled in the future with innovation and capital investment in equipment.

Q: How do I know that my PVC roof was recycled?

It is recommended that a certificate be requested from the recycler to confirm how many pounds of the old roof was received and processed at their facility, and that they indicate what the recycled material was used to make (i.e., flooring, roofing products, or other products).

Q: Why should I recycle the roof membrane if it is going to add cost to the reroofing?

First, it is the responsible thing to do, and your customers, neighbors, municipal leaders, and employees are looking for your environmental leadership. The goal is to reduce as much construction cycle renovation debris from landfills. Recycling can help you maintain your building’s green certifications, and it can help you meet some of your environmental goals. On a reroofing project where the original PVC roof will be torn off, it only takes a few more steps at a minimal cost to recycle. The better question is why not recycle!

Q: Will the old roof be stored on the ground and create any disruptions to my facility/operations/employees?

It is recommended that as part of the reroofing pre-bid conference, all stakeholders review the recycling steps, as well as where the recycled materials will be stored and later loaded onto the recycler’s flatbeds. The old roof that is safely bundled and packaged can be stored on the roof or on the ground near the dumpsters or other roofing materials. With proper staging, it should not interfere with any of the building owner’s daily activities/operations inside or outside the facility.

Q: I have never recycled a roof membrane before- where can I find the recycling steps and the best methods of bundling/packaging the old roof?

The Vinyl Roofing Division of the CFFA created an animated video specifically for roofing contractors to demonstrate the steps involved with recycling a PVC roof membrane and to show the various options of bundling and packaging the original roof for transport to the recycler. The animated video is available both in English and Spanish.

When I select my next roof, how would I know if the roof is recyclable 20 + years from now?

First, check to see what roofing technology has a proven [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T20:23:09+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

What is the environmental benefit/impact for recycling the PVC roof?

The biggest impact is reducing construction waste to landfill. In [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T20:22:46+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

Do I receive any Green Credits or Certifications for recycling my roof?

Recycling your original PVC roof membrane can help maintain green [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T20:22:18+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

How do I know that my PVC roof was recycled?

It is recommended that a certificate be requested from the [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T20:21:46+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

What happens to the PVC membrane after it leaves my roof?

The original PVC roof after bundling and packaging is picked [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T20:21:23+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

Why should I recycle the roof membrane if it is going to add cost to the reroofing?

First, it is the responsible thing to do, and your [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T19:38:00+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

How much does recycling the PVC roof membrane cost?

Every roofing project is different in size, height, logistics, and [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T19:16:36+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

Will the old roof be stored on the ground and create any disruptions to my facility/operations/employees?

It is recommended that as part of the reroofing pre-bid [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T18:46:05+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

I have never recycled a roof membrane before- where can I find the recycling steps and the best methods of bundling/packaging the old roof?

The Vinyl Roofing Division of the CFFA created an animated [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T18:37:26+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

Will my roofing contractor know how to recycle the PVC membrane?

Although recycling PVC roofing membranes has been happening for decades, [...]

By Michael Terry|2025-12-23T18:36:46+00:00December 23rd, 2025|Roof Membrane Recycling|Comments Off

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