Cover board
Insulation adds energy savings and slope under the rubber.
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Rubber Roof Installation Wharton, NJ
A Wharton roofer who installs EPDM can put a new rubber roof on a flat or low slope section of almost any home, and explain each choice before the sheet is rolled out. Call (862) 430-1003 to reach a local roofer.
EPDM is the material most people mean when they say rubber roof. It comes in large, flexible sheets, most often black, in 45 or 60 mil thickness, and its biggest strength is that it stays flexible in heat and cold without cracking. Its seams are joined with primer and tape instead of hot air.
The first decision is how the membrane is held down. Fully adhered roofs bond the whole sheet to the cover board with adhesive, mechanically attached roofs use plates and fasteners along the seams and ballasted roofs hold a loose sheet down with river stone. Residential roofs are most often fully adhered.
Then comes thickness and color. A 60 mil sheet is tougher than 45 mil for roofs that see foot traffic. Black is standard and holds heat, while white reflects it. The installer also plans how the membrane laps under shingles above it and up the wall beside it, where leaks tend to start.
Depending on what the roofer finds, rubber roof installation in Wharton, NJ can go hand in hand with rubber roof repair and flat roof installation.
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Call nowThe process
What happens during a rubber roof installation
A rubber roof is built in layers, with the seams and flashing as the critical details.
Check the base
The deck is repaired and checked for slope, ideally a quarter inch per foot toward drains or gutters. On a replacement, old layers come off first.
Insulation
Rigid insulation, often polyiso, is fastened with plates and screws, then a cover board goes on top. Tapered boards add slope where needed.
Sheet layout
The EPDM is unrolled, positioned and left to relax so wrinkles flatten before any adhesive goes on. Laps are arranged so water flows over them.
Adhering
Half the sheet is folded back, adhesive is applied to both surfaces and the rubber is pressed into place. The process repeats for the second half. Air pockets left under the sheet can turn into blisters later, so the crew works the rubber flat from the center out.
Seal the seams
Primer and seam tape join the sheets, with T-joints covered by extra patches. Exposed edges get lap sealant.
Finish the edges
Flashing goes up walls and around curbs, with boots at pipes and new edge metal at the perimeter. Counter flashing covers the top of wall flashing. Before the crew leaves, seams are probed for any loose spots.
What is included
What rubber roof installation covers
Rubber sheet
A 45 or 60 mil EPDM sheet is installed over a clean, dry base.
Deck preparation
The base is cleared and checked so the roof sits on solid wood.
Edge metal
Every penetration and edge is sealed with materials made for EPDM.
Seam tape
Seams are primed, taped and rolled with lap sealant at the edges.
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EPDM Roof Installation Wharton, NJ
Installing EPDM well comes down to preparation, seams and flashing. A flat, dry base, properly timed adhesive and carefully primed seams are what make EPDM last. Dry, mild days give the best bond. The field and the flashings may get different adhesives, since vertical surfaces need a stronger grip.
A good Wharton installer also plans for movement. Flashing at walls and curbs is secured with termination bar so the sheet cannot pull loose as it ages, and corners get flexible uncured flashing. Ask about edge securement before work starts.
Local help
Rubber Roof Installation Near Me
In Wharton, EPDM is a popular choice for low slope roofs on additions and attached garages. From Wharton to neighboring communities such as Dover, Rockaway, Mount Arlington and Landing, rubber roofs that drain properly and have well sealed flashing last the longest, so installation details matter as much as the material.
Searching for rubber roof installation near me from Wharton or Dover, Rockaway, Mount Arlington and Landing? Call (862) 430-1003 to talk to a roofer who works in your part of town.
Roofs in this climate
Winters here are long and cold, with snow on the roof for weeks at a time and plenty of nights below freezing. Heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the upper roof, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves, which is how ice dams form and back water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. Most homeowners in Wharton, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why fix it now
Smaller repairs
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Local knowledge
Roofers in Wharton know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Straight answers
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Rubber Roof Installation questions
Is a rubber roof the same as TPO?
They are related but not the same. EPDM uses taped seams and stays flexible in cold, and TPO uses welded seams and reflects heat. Each suits different roofs.
How long does a new rubber roof last?
Rubber roofs often last decades. Thickness, seam quality and maintenance all affect its life. Patching EPDM is straightforward.
Can a rubber roof go over an existing roof?
EPDM can sometimes go over an existing roof. 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. Core samples or a moisture scan show whether the old roof is dry enough.
Should my rubber roof be black or white?
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.
Which EPDM thickness should I choose?
The common choices are 45 mil and 60 mil. Thicker 60 mil is tougher and longer lasting. Even thicker sheets are available for demanding roofs.
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