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. 

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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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Duro-Last^® Sustainable Commercial Roofs

Sustainability has been a part of the Duro-Last culture for more than 20 years. Our founder, John R Burt, came up with the idea of reimagining old PVC roofs and manufacturing excess into resilient flooring, walkway pads and concrete expansion joints. To date, we have recycled more than 100 million pounds of PVC material through our sustainable manufacturing operations and Recycle Your Roof program.

We have continued our leadership in sustainability as the first manufacturer to publish a product-specific Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for single-ply PVC roofing membranes.

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New Colors for 2024

Duro-Fleece combines a PVC thermoplastic membrane and a high-quality fleece material on the underside of the membrane. Our Duro-Fleece membranes are an ideal product for use in adhered and mechanically fastened applications over a wide variety of roof substrates.

Now avaiable in Bright Red, Colonial Red, Brown and Midnight Bronze, Duro-Last has a color for every project!

Available in rolls of 50, 60 or 80 mil thicknesses, Duro-Tuff features a variety of color options and a complete line of custom-fabricated accessories to complement and enhance installation efficiencies of the roofing system. Additionally, Duro-Tuff membrane is available in 10’ wide rolls, further reducing rooftop seaming compared to traditional roll good membranes.

The Duro-Tuff Membrane provides a cost-effective roll good solution, offering the membrane characteristics for which Duro-Last® is known.

See all the color options on our website!

Discover the Duro-Last^® Difference

Duro-Last offers solutions from Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky. As a full roofing system provider, we offer a complete portfolio of integrated and custom solutions that work together to optimize protection. From edge metal and drainage products through our EXCEPTIONAL^® Metals division, which includes unique vinyl-coated products, to fasteners and plates, adhesives and a full line of Duro-Guard^® insulation products, we have everything covered. 

Learn more about the Duro-Last^® Difference!

Duro-Life™ 600 Roofing System

Roofing System Overview

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.

More about the Duro-Life 600:

• 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. Learn more information about our warranties.

• 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). 

Learn more about the Duro-Life 600™.

Duro-Last X^™ Custom-Cut Single Ply Roofing Membrane

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.

Learn more about Duro-Last X™.

Duro-Last Has Your Back With Training Opportunities!

There’s a reason Duro-Last is known as the “World’s Best Roof®”: its performance against the elements. But we also help enhance the performance of contractors like you, with training opportunities for your team and comprehensive technical support, and with professional support for your sales and marketing. So you cover that building. We’ll cover you.

Become a Duro-Last certified contractor between career and training.

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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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eBooks

Roofs and Condensation: A Practical Approach for the Design Professional

Have you ever considered how design decisions can impact moisture condensation in your roof? Or how to develop designs that effectively deal with moisture movement? As part of our information-sharing platform, Duro-Last® University, we have featured whitepapers on condensation and much more. Download the whitepaper.
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CEU - Utilizing Utility Rebates

CEU - Continuing Education Unit sponsored by Duro-Last Program Title: Utilizing Utility Rebates to Drive Energy-Efficient Roofing LEARNING OBJECTIVES - After reading this article, you should be able to: Identify ways in which incentive programs for enhanced insulation and cool roofing options help drive energy efficiency in commercial roofing. Provide an overview of ...
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Choose the Roofing System with Proven Performance

A building’s roof is the first line of defense against adverse weather events. Specifying a roof that can withstand these natural conditions, and more readily recover, is critical. Learn more and Download the New Duro-Last Architect Brochure.
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Latest Canada Content

Canadian Building Owners Trust Duro-Last®

Owners and facility managers know that a Duro-Last roof can stand up to the Canadian elements. Duro-Last Roofing Systems are a popular choice for protecting a variety of buildings in Canada. Owners will appreciate the unique process of custom-fabricating the system in a factory-controlled environment, which means more watertight security with ...
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Duro-Last® Helps Buildings Qualify for Toronto Grants

Contractors can help their customers earn money toward installing an eco-friendly Duro-Last cool roof. The city of Toronto now offers grant incentives for eco-friendly roofing systems, including cool roofs, on commercial buildings. Cool roofs are designed to reflect the sun’s rays and reduce heat build-up, mitigating dangerous urban heat islands that ...
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Latest Podcasts

Representing Excellence – The Gottron Family Legacy

Join us for a LIVE Coffee Conversations from Duro-Last® headquarters in Saginaw, Michigan with the Gottron family — a powerhouse in the roofing industry spanning three generations. Hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth, this episode explores the incredible family legacy that started with Joe Gottron Sr., one of Duro-Last’s first independent ...
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David Seager and Dave Flaherty

Named The Launch, the project consisted of 360 multifamily units ranging from studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and eight separate work/live units. Johnstone Moyer Inc. from San Carlos, California, was selected to oversee the construction of the project, which broke ground in 2021. When it came time to select a partner to ...
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Mitch Gilbert and Jason Dark - The Sustainability Evolution

S5:E72 Heidi J. Ellsworth road trips east to visit with Mitch Gilbert and Jason Dark of Duro-Last about the evolution of the sustainability movement in the building industry. Known as a leader in sustainability, Duro-Last has been developing and supporting sustainable roofing systems and programs for decades. Now a ...
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Latest Webinars

Representing Excellence – The Gottron Family Legacy

Join us for a LIVE Coffee Conversations from Duro-Last® headquarters in Saginaw, Michigan with the Gottron family — a powerhouse in the roofing industry spanning three generations. Hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth, this episode explores the incredible family legacy that started with Joe Gottron Sr., one of Duro-Last’s first independent ...
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Exploring Technology Options—Webinar Sponsored by Duro-Last

This NRCA webinar is presented by Heidi Ellsworth with HJE Consulting. She talks about how to bring technology into your roofing contractor business.
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Is it Time for a Website Update —Webinar Sponsored by Duro-Last

This NRCA webinar is presented by Heidi Ellsworth with HJE Consulting. She talks about how to evaluate your website to make sure you are getting the most out of it and what to look for when making the decision to update it.
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Latest Lunch & Learn

Safer Roofing: Fall Prevention

Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with NRCA experts Cheryl Ambrose and Rich Trewyn to talk about arguably the most important topic in roofing – fall prevention. This is an episode you and your company won't want to miss. Together, Cheryl, Rich and Heidi explore data about roofing accidents and discuss why ...
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Latest Videos

Duro-Last Awards Video Playlist

Learn more about Duro-Last® in their Coffee Shop Directory or visit duro-last.com. 2023 Duro-Last Sustainability Project Award 2023 Duro-Last Roof of the Year 2023 Duro-Last Specialty Roofing Award 2023 Duro-Last Custom-Fabrication Project Award 2023 Duro-Last Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky Project Award 2023 Duro-Last Metal Roofing Project Award
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Duro-Last Trade Show Video Playlist

Live From IRE 2024: Duro-Last
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Duro-Last Video Playlist

To learn more about Duro-Last, visit our website or RCS Directory. 2023 Duro-Last Specialty Roofing Award Live From IIBEC: Duro-Last
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