Why You Need a Rubber Roof

When a long winter finally ends and spring begins to bloom, the last thing you want to be thinking about is a roof replacement. But blustery winters can play a major role in degrading the integrity of your roof. If your roof has seen one too many cold seasons, it may be time to consider replacing it with an EPDM rubber roof.

 

What Is EPDM?

EPDM is a very durable type of synthetic rubber whose primary ingredients, ethylene and propylene, are made from oil and natural gas. It is used for a variety of purposes including roofing due to its excellent weather and heat resistance and insulating properties.

 

Why Choose EPDM?

EPDM is a great choice for a roof replacement because it is very robust and able to withstand extreme weather. It is a very effective insulator, which means that your costs for heating and cooling will likely go down noticeably. EPDM also has an unusually long life expectancy, so you will not have to worry about replacing your roof again for a long time.

 

Besides being durable, EPDM is lightweight and relatively easy to install. This is part of what makes installing an EPDM rubber roof far less expensive than installing a roof made from other materials.

 

How Do You Install It?

EPDM is such an easy material to work with, it may be possible to install it yourself; however, it is highly recommended to have a professional roofing expert complete the installation in order to reduce the risk of mistakes costing you money and hassle. Doing this will still be less expensive than hiring someone to install a roof using other conventional roofing materials and the job will likely be completed much more quickly.

 

When the time comes to begin thinking about a roof replacement, EPDM rubber is a great option to pursue. You will be getting a durable, lightweight and cost-saving roof that you can be happy with for years to come.