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Virginia Beach Allows Pyro-Guard in Roof Structures

The City of Virginia Beach, VA has announced that Pyro-Guard is allowed in roofing structures.

A shortened version of the permit update highlighting the specific update can be found here (click on link to view): PDF of Permit Update

You can read more information on Pyro-Guard here (click on link to view): Pyro-Guard Product Information

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