EPDM Rubber Roofing
Often used for commercial structures and garages or outbuildings, EPDM is a durable, resistant roofing choice. With LOA Roofing, we make sure it is installed for maximum life and utility.
EPDM Roof Installation & Repair Across Texas
LOA Construction installs and repairs EPDM roofing in Texas for buildings in Houston, San Antonio, Round Rock, and Belton, Temple, and Killeen. Austin is one of the markets we serve, and our Austin roofing company is committed to quality in every project we take on. For a same-day, pressure-free inspection, contact our professional Central Texas roofers for help. Call (512) 375-3654 to schedule a free inspection.
EPDM (ethylene propylene diene terpolymer) is a synthetic membrane roofing material used on low slope or flat roofs, typically on commercial structures, but may be ideal for a garage or outbuilding. The material is very durable, with a lifespan as long as 25 to 30 years. EPDM roofing comes in panels ranging in width from 5 feet to 50 feet and can be installed with minimum seams on larger facilities. For a building in Austin, see EPDM roofing in Austin.
EPDM benefits
EPDM roofing systems come with several benefits:
- Fire-resistant
- Resistant to oil and chemicals
- UV resistant
- Wind resistant
- Hail-resistant
- Heat and cold resistant
- Flexible
- Reduced energy costs
- Lifespan of roof between 20 and 35 years
How is an EPDM roof installed?
The beauty of an EPDM roofing system includes fast installation. The membrane is often glued to the substrate. In most roofing systems on new builds, a layer of insulation is first installed beneath the EPDM. Some of these roof installations are “ballasted,” installed with larger sheets of EPDM which is held in place with a specialized stone layer. Others are fully adhered, with the EPDM attached to the roof and then glued to the installation. For some facilities, the EPDM may be mechanically attached to the roof deck, then the seams covered with a specialized EPDM seam tape.
EPDM Roof Repair & Replacement
As an EPDM roofing company in Texas, LOA Construction installs, replaces, and repairs EPDM roofs, and we offer same-day inspections and estimates. EPDM roof repair often follows weather damage or damage from workers on the roof, such as an HVAC crew that dropped a tool or spilled on the membrane. Having the roof inspected after other workers leave helps catch that damage early.
When a roof has suffered weather damage, we understand that it needs repair without delay. If the membrane is past repair, we can replace it with a fully adhered, ballasted, or mechanically attached EPDM system, whichever suits the building. Call (512) 375-3654 to schedule a free roof inspection.
EPDM and energy costs
The most durable EPDM is black, due to the carbon in the product. The carbon brings exceptional strength to the product, and blocks UV rays, but as it is black, it is not considered a cool roofing product. However, the EPDM can be coated with a reflective coating to reflect the sun. EPDM is also available in a white, in which the black carbon is replaced with titanium dioxide. While this product reflects the heat, it is slightly less durable than the standard black EPDM. If you are interested in energy savings, our team at LOA Construction can discuss your options, whether adding a reflective coating, or installing white EPDM.
Pros and Cons of EPDM in the Texas Heat
EPDM is a rubber roofing membrane, and rubber roofing in Texas has clear strengths. It withstands extreme heat and cold, along with rain and hail, and a professionally installed EPDM roof can last 25 to 30 years with minimal maintenance. The carbon in black EPDM gives it exceptional strength and blocks UV rays, and the wide panels mean fewer seams on larger roofs.
The trade-off is heat. Because standard EPDM is black, it is not considered a cool roofing product. A reflective coating can be applied to reflect the sun, or white EPDM can be installed instead, though white EPDM is slightly less durable than black. The membrane can also be damaged by a dropped tool or a spill when other workers are on the roof. Our team can help you weigh these options for your building.
Why choose LOA Construction for EPDM roofing?
If you need to install, replace, or repair an EPDM roofing system, our team at LOA Construction offers same-day inspections and estimates. We respect the time of our customers, and understand that they may require fast service, particularly when a roof has suffered weather damage and requires repair without delay. We offer our customers a set of benefits:
- Transferable warranty
- Lifetime workmanship warranty
- Energy-efficient EPDM roofing systems
- Same-day roof inspections and estimates
- Roof installations and repairs scheduled within a week