If you’re preparing for a new construction project or need to replace a damaged roof, do you know which material is best for your needs? There are three types of rubber roofing (EPDM, TPO, and PVC), which are long-lasting options that offer many benefits you may not have considered.
Rubber roofing is made of rubber or plastic polymers or a combination of both, and the materials are eco-friendly, made from recycled tires, sawdust, and slate dust. Rubber roofing is used to reduce leaking and to produce more impenetrable sealing, and the single-ply synthetic membrane roofing is strong, waterproof, and pliant. Rubber roofing can go where typical asphalt roofing cannot due to its flexible nature.
The strong rubber membrane works in New Zealand’s demanding weather conditions, as it is resistant to extreme weather conditions, and requires very little care and maintenance. The main function of rubber roofing is to provide a waterproof barrier between your roof and the elements, and is installed over any flat, clean roof surface that is free of loose material, oil or grease that might damage the membrane.
Commercially, rubber roofing is used to cover roof surfaces such as schools, hospitals and warehouses. It is also commonly used as a roofing material for mobile homes, and more and more house owners are choosing it as a residential alternative because of its strong durability. It is designed to last 20 years or more, and has high elasticity and tensile strength, and is resistant to UV rays from the sun. It holds it flexibility at extremely low temperatures as well.
Rubber roofing needs almost no maintenance, requiring only a rinse with clean water to remove surface dirt and debris. Finally, rips in rubber roofing membranes can be repaired using peel-and-stick repair kits which are available in a range of sizes.
Auckland Commercial Roofing have 20+ years of experience in delivering a huge range of commercial and residential roofing services across the greater Auckland area, so for more information on residential roofing, roof installation and roofing contractors Auckland please go to www.aucklandcommercialroofing.co.nz .
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