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Walls, curbs, pipes and edges are flashed to keep water out.
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Rubber Roof Installation Lodi, NJ
Installing a rubber roof in Lodi means choosing the EPDM thickness and attachment method, then flashing walls, curbs and edges so the membrane can move without tearing, and explain each choice before the sheet is rolled out. Call (551) 394-0610 to reach a local roofer.
EPDM is the material most people mean when they say rubber roof. 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. 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.
Then comes thickness and color. Thicker 60 mil membrane stands up better to foot traffic and hail. Black EPDM absorbs heat, which helps in cold climates, while white EPDM reflects sun and keeps rooms below cooler. Where the rubber meets a shingled roof or the house wall, the tie-in detail matters as much as any of these choices.
Depending on what the roofer finds, rubber roof installation in Lodi, NJ can go hand in hand with rubber roof repair and flat roof installation.
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How rubber roof installation works
Here is how a roofer typically installs an EPDM roof.
Check the base
The deck is repaired and checked for slope, ideally a quarter inch per foot toward drains or gutters. A tear-off comes first on existing roofs.
Install insulation
Polyiso insulation and a cover board create a flat, firm base for the rubber. Tapered boards add slope where needed.
Sheet layout
The EPDM is unrolled, positioned and left to relax so wrinkles flatten before any adhesive goes on. Seams are planned so they run with the slope.
Adhering
Contact adhesive goes on the board and the membrane, and once it is tacky, the sheet is laid down and brushed. Each half gets the same treatment in turn. Brooming from the middle outward pushes trapped air to the edges.
Seal the seams
Seam areas are cleaned and primed, then seam tape is applied and rolled firmly with a seam roller. Tape edges are finished with lap sealant.
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. The last step is probing each seam and patch for gaps.
What is included
What goes into a rubber roof
Seams
Laps are joined with seam tape and is checked before closeout.
Insulation
Rigid insulation and a cover board form the base and gives the adhesive a firm grip.
Rubber sheet
Wide sheets of EPDM cover the roof with as few seams as possible.
Tear-off
Decking is inspected and replaced where needed so the roof sits on solid wood.
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EPDM Roof Installation Lodi, NJ
EPDM roof installation is straightforward in concept and demanding in the details. Rushing the adhesive, skipping primer or leaving wrinkles under the sheet are the common mistakes. 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 Lodi installer also plans for movement. Securing the membrane at the edges and flashing corners correctly prevents later tears. Ask how the roofer secures the perimeter.
Local help
Rubber Roof Installation Near Me
In Lodi, EPDM is a popular choice for low slope roofs on additions and attached garages. From Lodi to neighboring communities such as Hasbrouck Heights, Garfield, Maywood and Hackensack, rubber roofs that drain properly and have well sealed flashing last the longest, so installation details matter as much as the material.
For rubber roof installation in Lodi, NJ or nearby towns like Hasbrouck Heights, Garfield, Maywood and Hackensack, call (551) 394-0610 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
How the weather here affects roofs around Lodi
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. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. That is why roof repair in Lodi is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why act early
Drier ceilings
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Roofers who know Lodi
Roofers in Lodi know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Know what happens next
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Rubber Roof Installation FAQ
What is the lifespan of a new EPDM roof?
EPDM can last 25 years or longer. Regular inspections help it reach its full life. Small repairs are easy to make.
Should my rubber roof be black or white?
Black and white each have their place. Black EPDM absorbs heat, which can help in cold climates, while white EPDM reflects sunlight and keeps the rooms below cooler. Ask about both options.
Is it possible to install EPDM over the old roof?
Recovering depends on the condition of the old roof. 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. Core samples or a moisture scan show whether the old roof is dry enough.
How thick should a rubber roof be?
EPDM usually comes in 45 or 60 mil for homes. Sixty mil resists punctures better and lasts longer, which helps on roofs with foot traffic or hail. Heavy duty options exist too.
Is a rubber roof the same as TPO?
EPDM is synthetic rubber, while TPO is a thermoplastic membrane. 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, never with tar or asphalt cement that ruins the rubber.
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Installing TPO, PVC, EPDM or modified bitumen roofs on additions, garages, porches and flat-roof homes, planned around how the roof will be used.
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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, and new flashing at every wall, curb and drain.
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