EPDM membrane
A 45 or 60 mil EPDM sheet is installed over a clean, dry base.
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Rubber Roof Installation Pequannock, NJ
A Pequannock roofer who installs EPDM can put a new rubber roof on a flat or low slope section of almost any home, so the roof handles sun, cold and storms for decades. Dial (862) 458-0110 to talk with a local roofer about a new rubber roof.
A true rubber roof is EPDM, a synthetic rubber membrane used on flat and low slope roofs for decades. EPDM is sold in wide rolls, typically 45 or 60 mil thick, and it stretches and recovers as the roof moves through hot and cold seasons. That flexibility is why it suits so many homes.
Attachment method shapes the rest of the installation. Adhered, fastened and ballasted systems each suit different buildings and wind conditions. On most homes, fully adhered EPDM is the usual choice because it handles wind well and stays smooth.
Thickness and color are the next choices. Thicker 60 mil membrane stands up better to foot traffic and hail. Black is standard and holds heat, while white reflects it. The transition to a steeper roof or a wall is planned with the same care, since that is where low roofs most often leak.
Depending on what the roofer finds, rubber roof installation in Pequannock, NJ can go hand in hand with rubber roof repair and flat roof installation.
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The rubber roof installation process
Here is how a roofer typically installs an EPDM roof.
Check the base
The roofer checks the deck for rot, gaps and loose sheets and confirms the roof has enough slope to drain. On a replacement, old layers come off first.
Install insulation
Insulation boards go down for energy savings and slope, topped by a smooth cover board. Tapered boards add slope where needed.
Lay the sheet
The membrane is unrolled, aligned and allowed to settle before bonding. Seam layout follows the direction of drainage.
Adhering
Contact adhesive goes on the board and the membrane, and once it is tacky, the sheet is laid down and brushed. Each half gets the same treatment in turn. Any trapped air is worked out so the sheet lies flat and does not blister.
Tape the laps
Laps are primed and joined with seam tape, then rolled to remove air. Lap sealant goes along exposed tape edges.
Finish the edges
Flashing goes up walls and around curbs, with boots at pipes and new edge metal at the perimeter. Termination bar and counter flashing seal the wall edge. The last step is probing each seam and patch for gaps.
What is included
What rubber roof installation covers
Seams
Every seam gets primer and tape for a lasting bond.
Tear-off
The base is cleared and checked for a sound start.
Edge metal
Every penetration and edge is sealed with materials made for EPDM.
Cover board
Rigid insulation and a cover board form the base for a smooth surface.
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EPDM Roof Installation Pequannock, NJ
Installing EPDM well comes down to preparation, seams and flashing. The membrane has to lie flat on a clean, dry cover board, the adhesive has to reach the right tack before the sheet is laid and every seam has to be primed and rolled with care. Installers work in dry weather so the bond holds. Some installers use water-based adhesive for the field of the roof and solvent-based adhesive at walls and curbs, where the grip has to be strongest.
For a Pequannock home, the installer thinks ahead to how the roof will behave over the years. Securing the membrane at the edges and flashing corners correctly prevents later tears. Ask how the roofer secures the perimeter.
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Around Pequannock, homeowners often choose EPDM for flat roof sections because it is durable and easy to repair. Across Pequannock and nearby towns like Pompton Plains, Lincoln Park, Towaco and Riverdale, EPDM handles storms, sun and cold well when it is installed with good seams and drainage, which is why the seams and flashing deserve careful attention.
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How the weather here affects roofs around Pequannock
Winters here are long and cold, with snow on the roof for weeks at a time and plenty of nights below freezing. When warm attic air melts the snow, the meltwater runs down and freezes again at the eaves, building ice dams that push water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. That is why roof repair in Pequannock is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why fix it now
Less damage
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Roofers who know Pequannock
Roofers in Pequannock know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Rubber Roof Installation questions
What color EPDM is best?
Color affects heat gain. Black EPDM absorbs heat, which can help in cold climates, while white EPDM reflects sunlight and keeps the rooms below cooler. A roofer can recommend what fits your home.
What is the lifespan of a new EPDM roof?
Rubber roofs often last decades. Thickness, seam quality and maintenance all affect its life. Patching EPDM is straightforward.
Which EPDM thickness should I choose?
EPDM usually comes in 45 or 60 mil for homes. Sixty mil resists punctures better and lasts longer, which helps on roofs with foot traffic or hail. Thicker 90 mil membrane exists for heavy use.
What is the difference between EPDM and TPO?
The two are different materials. EPDM uses taped seams and stays flexible in cold, and TPO uses welded seams and reflects heat. A roofer can help you choose.
Is it possible to install EPDM over the old roof?
A recover is possible only under certain conditions. There should be only one existing layer, the insulation must be dry and a cover board or recover board goes between the old roof and the rubber. If the old roof is wet, it must come off. A moisture check of the old roof settles the question before any work is planned.
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White, heat-welded TPO single-ply roofing for low-slope homes and buildings, built around proper drainage, flashing and edge metal.
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Full replacement of failing flat roofs, with a moisture survey deciding tear-off or recover, with tapered insulation where water used to sit.
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