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Walls, curbs, pipes and edges are flashed to keep water out.
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Rubber Roof Installation Lyndhurst, NJ
A roofer in Lyndhurst can install a rubber roof by laying EPDM membrane in wide sheets over insulation and a cover board, bonding or fastening it down and sealing every seam with primer and tape, with as few seams as possible. Call (551) 348-2859 to reach a local roofer.
EPDM is the material most people mean when they say rubber roof. 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.
The first decision is how the membrane is held down. 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. Sixty mil EPDM costs a little more than 45 mil but resists punctures better and lasts longer. White EPDM suits sunny roofs, and black suits cooler climates. 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 Lyndhurst, 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
Here is how a roofer typically installs an EPDM roof.
Prepare the deck
Damaged decking is replaced and drainage is confirmed before any insulation goes down. 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.
Roll out the membrane
Wide sheets are laid out to cover the roof with as few seams as possible, then allowed to relax. Laps are arranged so water flows over them.
Apply adhesive
Bonding adhesive is rolled onto both the cover board and the underside of the rubber, then the sheet is folded back down and broomed smooth. Then the other half is done the same way. 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
Laps are primed and joined with seam tape, then rolled to remove air. 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. A final walk checks every seam with a probe before the job is closed out.
What is included
What goes into a rubber roof
EPDM membrane
The rubber membrane is adhered or fastened with as few seams as possible.
Seam tape
Every seam gets primer and tape for a lasting bond.
Deck preparation
Decking is inspected and replaced where needed for a sound start.
Cover board
Insulation adds energy savings and slope under the rubber.
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EPDM Roof Installation Lyndhurst, NJ
EPDM roof installation is straightforward in concept and demanding in the details. 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. Dry, mild days give the best bond. 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 Lyndhurst home, the installer thinks ahead to how the roof will behave over the years. 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. It is worth asking how the edges will be secured.
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Rubber Roof Installation Near Me
In Lyndhurst, EPDM is a popular choice for low slope roofs on additions and attached garages. Homes in Lyndhurst and nearby places including Rutherford, North Arlington, East Rutherford and Wallington benefit from rubber roofing because it flexes with the seasons, and the right installer makes a big difference.
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Roofs in this climate
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. 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. Coastal storms and heavy spring rain drive water sideways into flashing, valleys and old chimneys. Most homeowners in Lyndhurst, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why fix it now
Drier ceilings
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Familiar with local homes
Roofers in Lyndhurst know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Clear next steps
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Rubber Roof Installation questions
Which EPDM thickness should I choose?
EPDM usually comes in 45 or 60 mil for homes. The thicker sheet holds up better to traffic and weather. Thicker 90 mil membrane exists for heavy use.
Is a rubber roof the same as TPO?
The two are different materials. EPDM is usually black, very flexible and seamed with tape, while TPO is usually white, more reflective and heat welded at the seams. Both are common on flat roofs.
What is the lifespan of a new EPDM roof?
EPDM can last 25 years or longer. Regular inspections help it reach its full life. Repairs are simple when needed.
Is it possible to install EPDM over the old roof?
A recover is possible only under certain conditions. The old roof must be a single dry layer, with a recover board over it. 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.
Should my rubber roof be black or white?
Black and white each have their place. White helps in sunny climates, and black is common where winters are long. Ask about both options.
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Often needed together
Rubber Roof Repair
Repairs for leaking rubber roofs, from peeling seams to pulled flashing at walls and curbs, after the real leak point is found.
Learn moreFlat Roof Installation
Flat roof installation from the deck and tapered insulation up to the seams, flashing and edge metal, so water drains instead of ponding.
Learn moreTPO Roofing
Heat-welded TPO membrane for flat and low-slope roofs, with seams welded into one watertight sheet.
Learn moreFlat Roof Replacement
Replacing old built-up, torch-down, EPDM or TPO roofs with a new system built to drain, so ponding and repeat leaks end for good.
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