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Rubber Roof Installation Morristown, NJ
A Morristown 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. One call to (862) 363-5004 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. 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. Unlike TPO and PVC, its seams are taped rather than heat welded.
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.
Two more decisions round out the plan. A 60 mil sheet is tougher than 45 mil for roofs that see foot traffic. Black EPDM absorbs heat, which helps in cold climates, while white EPDM reflects sun and keeps rooms below cooler. 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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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 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. Low spots can be corrected with tapered insulation.
Lay the sheet
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
Contact adhesive goes on the board and the membrane, and once it is tacky, the sheet is laid down and brushed. 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
Laps are primed and joined with seam tape, then rolled to remove air. Lap sealant goes along exposed tape edges.
Flash the details
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
Parts of a new EPDM roof
Tear-off
Decking is inspected and replaced where needed so the roof sits on solid wood.
EPDM membrane
The rubber membrane is adhered or fastened with as few seams as possible.
Insulation
Rigid insulation and a cover board form the base under the rubber.
Edge metal
Walls, curbs, pipes and edges are flashed with materials made for EPDM.
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EPDM Roof Installation Morristown, 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. 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.
A good Morristown installer also plans for movement. Perimeter securement and proper flashing help prevent the shrinkage problems older rubber roofs show. Ask about edge securement before work starts.
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Around Morristown, homeowners often choose EPDM for flat roof sections because it is durable and easy to repair. From Morristown to neighboring communities such as Cedar Knolls, Morris Plains, Whippany and Madison, rubber roofs that drain properly and have well sealed flashing last the longest, which is why the seams and flashing deserve careful attention.
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How the weather here affects roofs around Morristown
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 Morristown, NJ have the roof checked in the fall and again after the snow melts.
Why call
Why act early
Drier ceilings
A roof problem fixed early rarely spreads to the decking, the insulation or the ceilings.
Roofers who know Morristown
Local roofers see the same roofs and storm damage across Morristown and nearby towns.
Clear next steps
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Rubber Roof Installation questions
What is the difference between EPDM and TPO?
They are related but not the same. EPDM is usually black, very flexible and seamed with tape, while TPO is usually white, more reflective and heat welded at the seams. Each suits different roofs.
How long does a new rubber roof last?
Rubber roofs often last decades. Good seams, drainage and occasional checks make the difference. Small repairs are easy to make.
Which EPDM thickness should I choose?
The common choices are 45 mil and 60 mil. Thicker 60 mil is tougher and longer lasting. Heavy duty options exist too.
What color EPDM is best?
The choice depends on the climate and the space below. White helps in sunny climates, and black is common where winters are long. Talk through the choice with a roofer.
Can a rubber roof go over an existing roof?
EPDM can sometimes go over an existing roof. Codes generally allow one recover over a dry, sound roof. 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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Often needed together
Rubber Roof Repair
Fixing open seams, punctures, shrinkage and split flashing on EPDM rubber roofs, so the membrane seals again without a tear-off.
Learn moreFlat Roof Installation
Flat roof installation from the deck and tapered insulation up to the seams, flashing and edge metal, planned around how the roof will be used.
Learn moreTPO Roofing
White, heat-welded TPO single-ply roofing for low-slope homes and buildings, sized to the deck, the drains and the way the roof is used.
Learn moreFlat Roof Replacement
Replacing old built-up, torch-down, EPDM or TPO roofs with a new system built to drain, and new flashing at every wall, curb and drain.
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