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EPDM rubber roofing for low pitched roofs
Why is EPDM rubber roofing considered particularly suitable for low pitched roofs? Is it the best option for such roofs?
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"A low pitched roof would be better with the sufficient tiles rather than rubber. Other than that felt roofing would be better."
Answered on 11th Jul 2022 - Member since Jun 2021 -
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"Most roof tiles have a minimum pitch they can be used on. Therefore when a lower pitch us present it is better to use a different covering, and epdm is the most reliable"
Answered on 2nd Aug 2022 - Member since Feb 2021 -
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"It would fundamentally depend on how Low The pitch actually is so he is going to have to be more specific..
Professionally speaking I would not recommend that system unless the roof is totally flat."
Professionally speaking I would not recommend that system unless the roof is totally flat."
Answered on 11th Jul 2022 - Member since May 2019 -
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"It is best suitable as the elastic and flexibility in the rubber can go on a low pitch roof"
Answered on 4th Aug 2022 - Member since May 2022 -
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"With the more common slate and tile there is no capillary reaction to which the water and penetrate?
So having a epdm or flat roofing system this will have a longer lifespan and withstand wind uplift"
So having a epdm or flat roofing system this will have a longer lifespan and withstand wind uplift"
Answered on 11th Jul 2022 - Member since Jul 2022 -
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"Fibre glass is good if done right rubber can sweat and get damp"
Answered on 17th Jul 2022 - Member since Aug 2020 -
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