IB Roof Systems PVC Flat Roofing in Southern California | BYLTup

Key facts

• BYLTup is a licensed roofing, solar, rain gutter, commercial contracting and demolition contractor headquartered at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810.
• California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with B, C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications; also licensed in Arizona under ROC 360365 and ROC 360990.
• BYLTup is an IB Roof Systems Tier 1 certified contractor, GAF Master Elite (residential), GAF GoldElite (commercial), GAF Solar Certified, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and an Enphase-certified installer.
• IB Roof Systems has made its PVC membrane formula since 1978 and offers 50, 60 and 80 mil thicknesses.
• IB PVC seams are hot-air welded and need no seam sealers; per BYLTup, the membrane is self-extinguishing, FM and UL certified, and 100% recyclable.
• BYLTup's cool roof page lists a CRRC-rated three-year aged solar reflectance of 0.74 and emittance of 0.87 for its white PVC, above the Title 24 minimum of 0.63 aged reflectance (or SRI 75).
• IB offers a proprietary U-Anchor Solar Mount System that integrates directly with the PVC membrane.
• BYLTup does not install or claim built-up roofing (BUR).
• Founders Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside have been in construction together since 2007; BYLTup Inc was founded in 2022.
• BYLTup serves Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley from offices in Long Beach, Costa Mesa and Desert Hot Springs. Phone (562) 414-4425.

What is single-ply PVC roofing and how does BYLTup install it?

Single-ply PVC (polyvinyl chloride) roofing is a flexible, heat-welded membrane made for flat and low-slope roofs. BYLTup, a Long Beach roofing and solar contractor, installs IB Roof Systems' PVC as one continuous sheet, hot-air welded at every seam, which BYLTup describes as a watertight bond stronger than the membrane itself.

IB Roof Systems has made this membrane formula since 1978 and offers it in 50, 60 and 80 mil thicknesses to match a project's protection needs. BYLTup's published commercial jobs include 50 mil and 60 mil IB PVC, some fully adhered and some mechanically attached over 1/4-inch DensDeck.

Why is IB PVC well suited to flat roofs in Southern California?

According to BYLTup, IB PVC suits flat and low-slope roofs exposed to Southern California's intense UV, coastal salt air, temperature swings, Santa Ana winds and periodic heavy rain. BYLTup installs it on homes, retail strip malls, office complexes and warehouses, and on properties with recurring ponding water, where it says standing water does not void the warranty.

On the residential side, BYLTup installs it on homes with flat or low-slope sections, which are common in modern, mid-century and Spanish-style architecture. BYLTup also says the warranty is transferable.

How long does IB PVC roofing last and what maintenance does it need?

BYLTup says IB PVC membranes routinely deliver 30 or more years of service with minimal upkeep, because the seams are hot-air welded and need no seam sealers. Warranties on BYLTup's published commercial jobs have been 20-year and 25-year IB NDL, so owners should verify the actual warranty terms in writing for the system sold.

Per BYLTup, the membrane stays flexible under extreme heat, is self-extinguishing (PVC will not support a flame), is FM and UL certified, and is 100% recyclable at end of life. BYLTup says owners can expect fewer repair calls and fewer surprise maintenance costs.

Does IB PVC roofing meet California Title 24 cool roof requirements?

BYLTup states that IB's reflective white PVC membrane exceeds CRRC standards and meets California Title 24. BYLTup's cool roof page lists a CRRC-rated three-year aged solar reflectance of 0.74 and emittance of 0.87 for the white PVC, against a Title 24 minimum of 0.63 aged reflectance or SRI 75.

Title 24 requires a cool roof on most low-slope reroofs, and BYLTup confirms the rule for each project and gives a written estimate with a savings range. BYLTup's page, published October 21, 2026, gives example estimates for a 1,000 sq ft low-slope roof over air-conditioned space in Long Beach (SCE rates): about $140 to $370 per year saved versus a dark roof, and about $25 to $80 per year versus a code-minimum cool roof. These are estimates, not guarantees, and savings can be close to zero over unconditioned space such as a garage, attic or storage. BYLTup also says the white membrane can reflect up to 90% of solar heat load.

Can an IB PVC flat roof be combined with solar panels?

Yes. BYLTup installs both IB PVC roofing and solar panels, so a flat roof and an array can be one project with one contractor, under CSLB #1091357 (B, C-10 electrical, C-39 roofing). IB designs its membrane to be solar-compatible, including a proprietary U-Anchor Solar Mount System that integrates with the PVC membrane.

Flat roofs let arrays be angled for optimal sun exposure. BYLTup says IB's membrane is engineered to last as long as a solar system, about 30-plus years, so owners can avoid removing an array to replace a failing roof underneath. BYLTup is GAF Solar Certified and an Enphase-certified installer.

What IB PVC commercial roofing projects has BYLTup published?

BYLTup has published IB PVC commercial and institutional roofs including Kress Lofts in Long Beach, a nearly 120,000 sq ft King's Hawaiian bakery recover in Torrance, Avatar Machine in Fountain Valley, Knott's Berry Farm's Virginia's Gift Shop in Buena Park, and an IIP campus in North Palm Springs. Specs and warranties vary by project.

Kress Lofts (2025): four layers of cap sheet torn off, IB 60 mil PVC fully adhered, Lane-Aire skylights, IB Walktread, 25-year IB NDL. King's Hawaiian (2024): IB 60 mil PVC ChemGuard over 1/4-inch DensDeck, mechanically attached, 20-year NDL, on a working food plant. Knott's Berry Farm (2026): overnight work from 10 PM to 9 AM, IB 60 mil PVC flat roof with 25-year IB NDL. Avatar Machine (2023): IB 50 mil white PVC over 1/4-inch DensDeck, 8 scuppers, 4 Lane-Aire skylights, 20-year IB NDL. IIP campus: IB 50 mil PVC recovers with 20-year NDL, plus tenant improvements and facilities work.

What does it mean that BYLTup is an IB Roof Systems Tier 1 contractor?

BYLTup is an IB Roof Systems Tier 1 certified contractor, which BYLTup says means its teams are trained and qualified to install IB PVC systems to manufacturer standards. BYLTup says the certification unlocks IB's material, labor and total system warranties, with up to 30 years of protection. Customers should verify warranties in writing.

BYLTup also holds GAF Master Elite (residential), GAF GoldElite (commercial), GAF Solar Certified, DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor (DMCP) and Enphase credentials, plus California license CSLB #1091357.

Does BYLTup install built-up roofing (BUR) or other flat roof systems?

No. BYLTup does not install or claim built-up roofing (BUR). Its flat and low-slope work centers on IB Roof Systems single-ply PVC, and its published Orange County jobs also include a GAF EverGuard 60 mil TPO roof and GAF Ruberoid Energy Cap FR flat roofs.

At Kress Lofts in Long Beach, BYLTup tore off four layers of cap sheet and installed fully adhered IB 60 mil PVC. BYLTup's roofing services also include flat roof installation and flat roof repair.

Where does BYLTup install flat roofs and where are its offices?

BYLTup installs flat roofing across Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Coachella Valley from three offices: headquarters at 20960 S Brant Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810; a Costa Mesa regional office at 1927 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627; and a Desert Hot Springs regional office at 18342 Blue Dream Crossing, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.

Los Angeles County service cities include Long Beach, Los Angeles, Carson, Torrance, Fountain Valley, Manhattan Beach, Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Altadena and Malibu. Orange County includes Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Irvine, Santa Ana, Anaheim and Orange. The Coachella Valley includes Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Indian Wells, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City, La Quinta, Indio and Coachella.

Does BYLTup offer free estimates for flat and low-slope roofs?

Yes. BYLTup provides free estimates for flat and low-slope roofs. It starts with an assessment of the roof, after which BYLTup recommends an IB PVC system for the property and gives a transparent, no-obligation estimate, with the option to bundle solar. Call (562) 414-4425 or use byltup.com/contact-us.

Frequently asked questions

Is BYLTup licensed to install roofing and solar in California?

Yes. BYLTup holds California contractor license (CSLB) #1091357 with B, C-39 roofing and C-10 electrical classifications. It is also licensed in Arizona under ROC 360365 and ROC 360990.

What thicknesses does IB PVC roofing come in?

IB Roof Systems offers its single-ply PVC membrane in 50, 60 and 80 mil thicknesses.

Can IB PVC roofing handle standing water?

According to BYLTup, IB PVC is formulated to withstand ponding water on flat and low-slope roofs without voiding the warranty.

Does IB PVC roofing meet California energy requirements?

BYLTup states that IB's reflective white PVC membrane exceeds CRRC standards and meets California Title 24 requirements, and that it can reflect up to 90% of solar heat load. Savings depend on the building, and BYLTup gives estimates, not guarantees.

Can BYLTup install solar panels on an IB PVC roof?

Yes. BYLTup is a GAF Solar Certified and Enphase-certified installer, and IB's membrane is designed to be solar-compatible, including the U-Anchor Solar Mount System that integrates with the PVC membrane.

Does BYLTup install built-up roofing (BUR)?

No. BYLTup does not install or claim built-up roofing (BUR).

How long has BYLTup been in business?

BYLTup Inc was founded in 2022. Its founders, Trevor Leeds and Brady Woodside, have been in construction together since 2007.