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Who Should Use Liquid EPDM Rubber for the Roof?

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Have you heard liquid EPDM rubber used on roofs and wondered whether it might be something that would work well for your property? Perhaps you thought that this solution would only work for businesses, or maybe you have a business but weren’t sure whether it was beneficial enough for you. It is time to learn more about this product and where it tends to work the best.

Homeowners

If you are a homeowner who has a residence that has a flat roof, or a low sloped roof, then you may be able to utilize this type of surface for your roof. While this could work for your home, it will depend on the type of roof that you have. You may want to check to see if there are any regulations where you live that determine the type of roofing you are allowed to have.

If you have some outbuildings that have low or slightly sloped roofs, then you will certainly want to consider this type of rubber for the roof. Later, we will look at the main benefits that this Liquid Rubber can provide.

Businesses

Many businesses already have flat roofs, and that means that they tend to be an ideal candidate for this type of roofing material. This tends to be an affordable solution that will provide some protection for the roof. Whether it is a building in a strip mall or a standalone building, Liquid Rubber can be a great choice.

What Are the Benefits?

One of the biggest and most important benefits of Liquid Rubber is its ability to provide your roof protection against the elements. This means it will be much less likely for you to develop a leak in the building. Think about how important this would be for businesses that have a lot of equipment or stock that they need to keep safe and dry. It would also be a benefit to homeowners, of course. Having this protection added now can help to save a lot of trouble and costs in the future.

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Liquid Rubber Roofing

You will also notice that the Liquid Rubber is available in two different colors – black and white. When you are choosing one for your business, you will want to think about your geographic location. If you live in an area where it tends to be hot through most of the year, getting the white EPDM rubber roofing is a good option, as it will reflect the sun’s rays, keeping it cooler inside of the building. If you live in an area where it gets cold during part of the year, you might want to have black roofing, as it will keep it warmer. This can help you keep your energy costs somewhat lower.

With Liquid Rubber, you will also have the benefit of flexibility in the types of roofing materials it works with. It works well for concrete, metal, wood, and more. No matter the type of roof you have now, it is likely that the coating will work well for you, too.
A final benefit to discuss is the actual application. While you could hire professionals for the installation of the EPDM rubber, the liquid coatings are DIY. You can follow the instructions from the manufacturer and have the coating on your roof in a very short time. It goes on simply, like paint, so nearly anyone will be capable of giving their roof the protection it needs.

If you have been wondering whether Liquid Roof is right for you, the answer is probably yes. Just make sure that you have a flat or low-sloped roof.

Who Uses Liquid Rubber Coatings?

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There are generally two types of groups who choose liquid coating.  The first are those looking for an economical way to extend the life of an existing roof and those building owners who want to save on the installation costs and have their staff apply the material.  There are numerous systems on the market; those requiring a primer base and multiple coats to those needing a fabric reinforcement between coatings.  With Liquid EPDM rubber for most roof types it is a one coat application.  For those with tar or asphalt roofs the ProFlex Primer would be needed.  Let’s take a closer look as some of the properties of the Liquid EPDM rubber and add some of the feedback from our customers.

Easy to work with- Once you mix the catalyst you have a 4 hour pot life more than sufficient to insure a proper application.

Durability-With Liquid EPDM you won’t need to worry about repairing your roof year after year. A one coat application is expected to last 1-16 years before minor touch up’s are needed.  Also since you are only applying one coat the overall weight of your roof is significantly decreased vs. the multiple coat systems.

EPDM is one of the most resilient roofing materials out on the market.  Its ability to expand and contract without fractures occurring is what has made it the choice of roofers around the world.  Now Liquid EPDM provides all those important benefits of sheet EPDM with a few more added benefits.  Since it is a liquid it will gradually “fill in” to the small openings of any roof substrate and leaving behind an airtight seal between the substrate and the coating.  Since it’s a liquid once it cures it will be as if someone put a “one piece” layer of epdm on your roof.  Never worry again about seams coming undone.  Also Liquid EPDM is formulated differently and it will not chalk after 8-9 years.  Our roofing clients appreciate the fact that it waterproofs immediately upon application.  Many times have we received calls from roofers who where in the middle of a job when a rain storm came in.  Yes, an added bonus with the product is that as long as it was applied to a dry surface weather conditions after the fact are not a concern.