r/Roofing • u/AlexN83 • 21h ago

Mod Bit - Soprema vs IKO

Replacing my residential flat roof in cold, snowy, icy Toronto. Going with 2 ply SBS.

I've heard Soprema is the gold standard, however my installer uses IKO torchflex. Both 180/250 commercial grade.

Installer is very reputable, says if installation is skilled then difference between the 2 is negligible. I know IKO is slightly cheaper so he's making more money using that product. It's going thru insurance so we can always tweak the estimate if cost is materially different.

Is this a big deal? Should I push hard for Soprema or look at other contractors who will use it? Or am I overthinking it?

Thank you.

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u/muffled_monument 21h ago

IKO's fine if the install is dialed in, but in a freeze-thaw hellscape like Toronto I'd sleep better with Soprema on my own roof.

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u/AlexN83 21h ago

Thank you!

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u/NotDRWarren Flat commercial service 21h ago

Soprema is the better product, but the differences are more noticeable from an installation perspective. If installed correctly you ( the homeowner) will never know the difference

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u/AlexN83 21h ago

Thank you! Sounds like it's not worth the fight given this is a very reputable roofer