The majority of commercial buildings have a flat roof, with, at most, a slight slope. This type of roof cannot be sealed with shingles. It requires a membrane that will seal the roof and endure direct sun and harsh weather conditions. But, how can you put fabric on a roof without it being torn up by the weather?
This is where
commercial roofing contractors can work wonders. EPDM is a synthetic, elasticized rubber used in many different applications. The letters stand for Ethylene, Propylene, and diene. The M part of the name represents the kind of rubber that is used in the material. The ratios of these 4 ingredients will determine the strength and durability of the product. Youll most often find EPDM roofing on commercial buildings, but, its also the type of rubber used in water hoses, electrical insulation, washers, and belts.
EPDM is very resistant to heat, which makes it excellent for use as belts on engines and as electrical insulation as well as a roofing material. It is not compromised by ozone, and is very durable when exposed to extreme weather. EPDM also withstands extreme heat, cold, steam, and frozen elements, retaining its flexibility even in icy conditions, making it a great choice for commercial roofing in Indianapolis. It also is non-pollutant, so runoff water from an EPDM roof is safe for use. This makes it adaptable to use as pond liners. Its also the rubberized surfacing on pool decking and playground equipment.
Commercial roofing contractors will use EPDM on flat roofs by laying a sub roof over the steel deck. This will be installed with fasteners approved for the particular material being used. Over this deck, the contractor will spread a bonding cement, over which a roof insulation will be installed. The rubber membrane will then be bonded to the insulation, with approved seam tape used where needed. Then, a topping material will be placed on the membrane usually gravel. The rubber membrane will remain flexible, expanding and contracting with temperature fluctuations as needed.
Your contractor will have a choice of different thicknesses of EPDM, and will make his decision according to the particular pitch of your roof and weather conditions to which it will be exposed.
Accutuc Restoration Management is a licensed and insured roofing and construction company in Indiana and Missouri and does residential and commercial roofing, roof repair, siding, gutters, home restoration, and home construction and improvement in Indianapolis Indiana.
