EPDM Flat Roofing - Common Questions
Common questions about Rubberbond EPDM Flat Roofing
What is RubberBond™ EPDM?
What does “FleeceBack™” mean?
Are EPDM synthetic rubber roofing membranes new?
How long will a RubberBond™ FleeceBack™ EPDM roof last for?
How proven is EPDM?
Is RubberBond™ EPDM synthetic rubber membrane suitable for
my flat roof?
Are all roofing surveys free and without obligation?
What does RubberBond™ EPDM look like?
Can I walk on it?
Is RubberBond™ EPDM expensive?
Is RubberBond™ environmentally friendly?
If EPDM is so good why isn't everyone using it?
Why do I need a RubberBond™ Approved Installer?
What is RubberBond™ EPDM?
RubberBond™ Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer synthetic sheet
rubber membrane is a remarkable material that:
• Repels all moisture, snow and rain.
• Is flexible and easily bends with no stress, to follow the
contours of the roof, upstands to walls, check curb edges,
skylights, pipes, terminations into gutters and the like.
• Can stretch with up to 300% elongation, which easily
accommodates building movement.
• Is not affected by extremes of temperature.
• Will not tear, split or crack with age.
• Is manufactured in large sheet sizes from 3.05 to metres
wide and up to 30.5 metres long.
What does “FleeceBack™” mean?
This patented technology laminates a layer of non-woven
polyester to the underside of the RubberBond™ EPDM resulting
in:
• A thicker stronger product.
• Over twice the thickness of standard EPDM.
• 180%* plus greater tear resistance.
• 60%* plus greater impact resistance.
• There is no shrinkage or stress to cause leaks at laps,
flashings, up stands or other angle changes or penetrations
*Greater than standard 1.14-thick EPDM
Are EPDM synthetic rubber roofing membranes new?
This patented technology laminates a layer of non-woven
polyester to the underside of the RubberBond™ EPDM resulting
in:
• No. The first synthetic rubber membranes, developed in
America by Carlisle-Syntec™, were laid in the 1960's and are
still protecting flat roofs some 40 years later.
• Carlisle provides what no other single-ply manufacturer
can -- over 40 years of experience, credibility and
reliability.
How long will a RubberBond™ FleeceBack™ EPDM roof last for?
All evidence, real life exposure, and laboratory tests
suggest that when correctly installed, a RubberBond™
FleeceBack™ roof will last in excess of 40 years.
How proven is EPDM?
Over One billion square metres of EPDM have been installed
worldwide from the glaring sun of the Middle East to the
Arctic conditions of Alaska. Over One hundred million square
meters will be installed this year.
Is RubberBond™ EPDM synthetic rubber membrane suitable for
my flat roof?
EPDM rubber is suitable for virtually all flat and low
sloping roofs.
Are all roofing surveys free and without obligation?
Yes. An Independent RubberBond™ approved contractor offers a
full service including,
• Design and specification
• Written quotation.
What does RubberBond™ EPDM look like?
It has a smooth natural slate grey finish.
Can I walk on it?
Yes, it is resistant to frequent foot traffic. For heavy
usage such as roof patio areas it can be overlaid with a
variety of durable finishes, paving slabs, timber or plastic
decking etc.
Is RubberBond™ EPDM expensive?
No, despite its considerable technical advantages it
compares well with other quality roofing systems and because
of its long life span will often work out to be much cheaper
over time.
Is RubberBond™ environmentally friendly?
RubberBond™ EPDM is an inert material with limited
environmental impact during manufacture and use of the
product.
If EPDM is so good why isn't everyone using it?
The manufactures have invested millions of dollars in
manufacturing processes and branding. To protect these
investments only trained and approved installers that have
proved they can maintain the highest of standards are
allowed to use the materials. This has until recently been
predominantly in the commercial sector, but is now at last
also available, through approved RubberBond™ installers to
residential properties utilizing the RubberBond™ EPDM
roofing system.
Why do I need a RubberBond™ Approved Installer?
No matter how good a product is, quality installation is
essential. RubberBond™ for your peace of mind is only
available from Independent Approved Contractors who have
passed a full installation training course.
What Next?
We do not use salesmen or high pressure tactics, we only
offer outstanding value for money & a service that is
second to none!
So if you are looking for a trustworthy installer of
EPDM Flat Roofing in and around London, Kent, Essex and
Surrey then please contact us on:
Tel: 0800 980 3121 or use the additional contact methods
listed to the right.
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