EPDM Roofing
Features
An EPDM roof is a single-ply rubber membrane ranging from about 45 to 60 mil in thickness. It is sold in rolls that can be as wide as 50 feet, though many rubber roofs require much narrower EPDM materials. The most common EPDM materials provide a smooth black finish, though some have pigments or dyes added to create a white finish. This white finish helps the roof to reflect the sun’s rays and keep the inside of the building cooler in climates with warmer average temperatures.
An EPDM roof is primarily designed for flat or lowslope roofing structures. While traditional shingles or rolled roofing may not perform well on flat roofs, rubber is bonded at the seams to create a continuous barrier. This allows EPDM roofing to keep water from penetrating the roof structure and leaking into the building. Rubber roofing also helps to protect commercial roofing against wind and other exterior elements.
Installers may use one of several methods to install an EPDM roof. A fully adhered system is glued to the deck using roofing adhesive. Mechanically fastened rubber roofs are attached using nails or screws along each loose edge of material. Loose-laid systems are fastened only around the perimeter, and are coated with gravel or aggregate to help weigh down the loose-laid sections. All rubber roofs use heat-sealed seam tape to ensure a watertight installation.
Benefits
Like all rubber roofs, EPDM systems are very lightweight and easy to install. They are extremely effective at waterproofing a roof structure, and last for many years with little to no maintenance. EPDM is also flexible, and can be installed on any type roof regardless of shape or design. These roofs can also be patched fairly easily when damaged by punctures or tears.
Fully Adhered White EPDM
ISO or other approved
substrate
– Fasteners & 3” Plates
– Insulation Adhesive
Standard, LVOC or Water Based Bonding Adhesive
EPDM Membrane
Cleaner/Primer
– All surfaces that will contact seam tape
3” Seam Tape
Mechanically Attached EPDM – ‘Bar-In-Seam’ Method
ISO or other approved substrate
– Fasteners & 3” Plates
– Insulation Adhesive
Any EPDM Membrane
– Max. 10’ Wide
Membrane Attachment
– Metal Anchor Bar, Polymer Batten Strip or Seam Plate
– Fastener
Cleaner/Primer
– All surfaces that will contact seam tape
7” Seam Tape
Ballasted EPDM
ISO or other approved substrate
– Fasteners & 3” Plates
– Insulation Adhesive
Standard, LVOC or Water Based Bonding Adhesive
– Applied to substrate & bottom of membrane
Any EPDM Membrane
Every website has a story, and your visitors want to hear yours. This space is a great opportunity to give a full background on who you are, what your team does and what your site has to offer. Double click on the text box to start editing your content and make sure to add all the relevant details you want site visitors to know.
If you’re a business, talk about how you started and share your professional journey. Explain your core values, your commitment to customers and how you stand out from the crowd. Add a photo, gallery or video for even more engagement.