Today’s commercial buildings vary in style and size, but they all have one thing in common: they all need a durable, easy-to-maintain, and cost-effective commercial roofing system. Whether for the commonplace flat-roofed commercial box, or a sophisticated architectural masterpiece, EPDM roofing may be the right choice. Commercial Roofing Materials Options: EPDM Roofing What is EPDM [...]
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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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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
While flat roofing work well for many structures, they also come with a variety of common problems. Designed to be simpler than elaborate slate, shingle and metal-style roofs, flat and low-slope roofs may suffer from leaks and damage due to flashing issues, seal problems and poor installation. If you’re comfortable with do-it-yourself projects, however, you [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
