Tag Archives: EPDM

Flat Roofing: Preventing Winter Damage in Commercial Roofs

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: January 24, 2012

Roof damage in the state of NJ is quite common during the winter months, and can be especially costly in commercial roofing. While flat roofs are built to withstand a fair amount of snow, extreme ice buildup can cause structural damage if it is not properly handled. Some commercial roof repairs are inevitable, but there [...]

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EPDM Roofing is the Best Flat Roofing Material

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: October 25, 2011

The horizontal design of flat roofing makes the type of roofing significantly more difficult to maintain. Flat roofs take a beating in wet weather; more so than a sloped roof. The water that pools on flat roofs after heavy snow or rain increases the likelihoods of roof leaks. It is crucial, therefore, to select the [...]

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Latest Trends in Residential & Commercial Roofing

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: June 14, 2011

Time for a new roof? Before committing to one of the many materials on the market, consider the latest trends in both residential & commercial roofing. There are many excellent roofing choices available to meet your needs, so take time to learn more about which roofing materials would provide the protection you want with prices [...]

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4 Steps to Repairing EPDM Roofing Seams

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: April 19, 2011

For half a century, a synthetic rubber known as EPDM– ethylene propylenediene Monomer—has been the roofing material of choice for flat or low-sloping structures. It’s economical, energy efficient, versatile and durable. Unless there’s physical damage to the EPDM membrane, this type of roofing was built to last. However, due to weather exposure and stress, the [...]

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Why Should You Use EPDM for Your New Jersey Roof?

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: March 8, 2011

EPDM—or ethylene propylene diene Monomer—sounds like a mouthful, but it’s actually a simple, synthetic rubber commonly applied to roof surfaces. Why Use EPDM? Used on flat roofs and odd-shaped structures from which water does not run off easily, EDPM roofing holds several advantages over traditional asphalt shingles: More energy efficient than reflective-shingled roofs More resistant [...]

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Selecting a Commercial Roofing Contractor

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: November 16, 2010

If your business, warehouse or facility requires a roofing facelift, it’s important to find a licensed roofer who understands the unique requirements of commercial roofing. While residential and commercial roofs serve the same, protective purpose, their design and installation are different—and therefore require a different repair and construction approach. Before hiring your roofer, keep in [...]

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Emergency Flat Roof Leak Repairs

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: April 7, 2010

Photo credit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/12394349@N06/ / CC BY 2.0 Whether you have a traditional tarred or EPDM rubberized roof, weather-induced flat roof leaks can cause ongoing structural problems and costly damage if they’re not addressed quickly. Before conducting emergency roof improvements on your New Jersey residence, however, make sure that your home’s roof is not still covered [...]

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Tackle Your Flat, Leaky New Jersey Roof with EPDM

By Lukasz Sobczuk | Published: March 31, 2010

Low-pitched and flat roofs are notorious for developing leaks. While you could continually apply tar to your flat roof every few years, it’s a time consuming process that offers no guarantee of leak-free living. Instead, consider installing a EPDM roof—or rubberized roof. Why Does My Flat Roof Leak? First of all, asphalt shingles were not [...]

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