Deck preparation
Old roofing is removed and the deck is repaired so the roof sits on solid wood.
Flat Roofing
Rubber Roof Installation Bogota, NJ
A roofer in Bogota 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. One call to (551) 369-2007 reaches a nearby rubber roof installer.
A true rubber roof is EPDM, a synthetic rubber membrane used on flat and low slope roofs for decades. The membrane is thick, stretchy rubber that tolerates temperature swings and resists hail and sunlight well. Its seams are joined with primer and tape instead of hot air.
EPDM can be attached in three main ways. Adhered, fastened and ballasted systems each suit different buildings and wind conditions. Residential roofs are most often fully adhered.
Two more decisions round out the plan. A 60 mil sheet is tougher than 45 mil for roofs that see foot traffic. White EPDM suits sunny roofs, and black suits cooler climates. The transition to a steeper roof or a wall is planned with the same care, since that is where low roofs most often leak.
Rubber Roof Installation is often paired with rubber roof repair and flat roof installation, depending on the cause.
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Call nowThe process
What happens during a rubber roof installation
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. A tear-off comes first on existing roofs.
Install insulation
Insulation boards go down for energy savings and slope, topped by a smooth cover board. Slope can be built in at this stage.
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. Lap sealant goes along exposed tape edges.
Finish the edges
Perimeter edge metal, wall flashing and pipe boots complete the roof. Termination bar and counter flashing seal the wall edge. A final walk checks every seam with a probe before the job is closed out.
What is included
Parts of a new EPDM roof
EPDM membrane
A 45 or 60 mil EPDM sheet is installed over a clean, dry base.
Seam tape
Seams are primed, taped and rolled and is checked before closeout.
Insulation
Rigid insulation and a cover board form the base for a smooth surface.
Flashing
Walls, curbs, pipes and edges are flashed with materials made for EPDM.
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EPDM Roof Installation Bogota, NJ
EPDM roof installation is straightforward in concept and demanding in the details. A flat, dry base, properly timed adhesive and carefully primed seams are what make EPDM last. 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.
A good Bogota installer also plans for movement. Perimeter securement and proper flashing help prevent the shrinkage problems older rubber roofs show. Ask how the roofer secures the perimeter.
Local help
Rubber Roof Installation Near Me
Rubber roofs in Bogota are common on porches, garages, additions and flat sections of older homes. From Bogota to neighboring communities such as Hackensack, Ridgefield Park, Little Ferry and Leonia, 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 Bogota or Hackensack, Ridgefield Park, Little Ferry and Leonia? Call (551) 369-2007 to talk to a roofer who works in your part of town.
How the weather here affects roofs around Bogota
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. Coastal storms and heavy spring rain drive water sideways into flashing, valleys and old chimneys. Most homeowners in Bogota, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why not wait
Smaller repairs
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Roofers who know Bogota
Roofers in Bogota know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask the roofer about the cause, the options and the estimate before work starts.
Common questions about rubber roof installation
What color EPDM is best?
Color affects heat gain. White helps in sunny climates, and black is common where winters are long. Talk through the choice with a roofer.
How thick should a rubber roof be?
Most residential EPDM is 45 or 60 mil. 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.
How long does a new rubber roof last?
A properly installed EPDM roof commonly lasts 20 to 30 years or more. Regular inspections help it reach its full life. Small repairs are easy to make.
Can a rubber roof go over an existing roof?
A recover is possible only under certain conditions. The old roof must be a single dry layer, with a recover board over it. Wet insulation or multiple layers mean a tear-off. Core samples or a moisture scan show whether the old roof is dry enough.
What is the difference between EPDM and 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.
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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
TPO membrane roofs installed over new insulation or in place of a worn flat roof, built around proper drainage, flashing and edge metal.
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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