Perimeter repair
Membrane pulling from walls is released and reflashed so the roof can move.
Flat Roofing
Rubber Roof Repair Harrison, NJ
A Harrison roofer who works on EPDM can fix peeling seams, punctures, blisters and membrane shrinkage at walls and curbs, so the roof stays watertight for more seasons. One call to (551) 348-3304 reaches a nearby rubber roof repair pro.
Most EPDM leaks come from a short list of problems. The seams fail first on many older rubber roofs, because the original seam adhesive loses its grip after years of sun. Punctures and failed flashing at walls, curbs and vents round out the usual causes.
Shrinkage is a problem specific to rubber roofs. As the sheet contracts, it pulls on the flashing at walls and edges, lifts the membrane off inside corners and can tear the rubber where it bridges between the roof and the wall. Lasting repairs relieve the stretch and add fresh flashing material.
Please do not reach for a can of tar. Tar and asphalt products damage EPDM and leave a surface that proper patches cannot stick to. Instead, catch drips inside, stay off the roof when it is wet and note where stains appear.
Depending on what the roofer finds, rubber roof repair in Harrison, NJ can go hand in hand with rubber roof installation and flat roof repair.
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Call nowThe process
How rubber roof repair works
Here is how a roofer usually handles a rubber roof repair.
Inspect the roof
The roofer checks every seam, flashing detail, pipe boot and the roof edge, probing laps for loose spots. If insulation is wet, it is cut out and replaced before patching.
Clean the rubber
Old rubber is washed and scrubbed until the surface is clean and dry. Incompatible old patches come off before anything new goes on.
Priming
EPDM primer is scrubbed into the surface and allowed to flash off until it is tacky but not wet. Primer turns old, weathered rubber into a surface that tape can grip.
Apply the patch
The patch is laid over the primed area and rolled so it bonds completely. Corners and penetrations use flexible uncured flashing.
Seam repair
Peeling seams are stripped clean and sealed again with primer and tape. Lap sealant protects the edges.
Wall flashing
Bridged corners are cut free and new flashing is installed to relieve stress. New termination bar and counter flashing keep the top edge sealed.
What is included
Repairs a rubber roofer can handle
Penetration flashing
Pipes and vents get new rubber flashing with pre-molded boots or uncured flashing.
Surface renewal
Compatible coatings can extend the life of weathered EPDM after proper priming.
Lap sealing
Peeling seams are cleaned, primed and taped along their full length.
Puncture repair
Punctures get a primed rubber patch with rounded corners.
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EPDM Roof Repair Harrison, NJ
Every EPDM repair depends on the same steps, done in order. A clean, dry surface, a properly dried primer and a firmly rolled patch are what make an EPDM repair hold. Edges then get lap sealant for extra protection.
A Harrison roofer will time EPDM repairs for dry weather, because moisture ruins the bond. If a leak cannot wait, a temporary fix holds until a permanent repair is possible. A proper patch should follow as soon as possible.
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Rubber Roof Replacement Harrison, NJ
Rubber roof replacement makes sense when repairs are no longer keeping up. Seams failing all over, shrinkage pulling at every wall, a brittle and crazed surface or wet insulation across large areas all point toward a new roof. Testing the insulation helps make the call.
A new rubber roof can go back on as EPDM, or the roof can switch to TPO or PVC. A tear-off is needed if the insulation is wet or there are already two layers. Ask the Harrison roofer to compare repair and replacement for your roof.
Local help
Rubber Roof Repair Near Me
Around Harrison, rubber roofing is found on additions, carports and flat roofs that have been in place for years. Homes in Harrison and nearby places including Newark, Kearny, North Arlington and East Orange get the most from an EPDM roof when seams and flashing are checked every year or two, so a check after big storms is worth it.
For rubber roof repair in Harrison, NJ or nearby towns like Newark, Kearny, North Arlington and East Orange, call (551) 348-3304 to reach a roofer who covers your street.
Roofs in this climate
Cold winters bring snow, ice and a long stretch of freezing nights. When warm attic air melts the snow, the meltwater runs down and freezes again at the eaves, building ice dams that push water up under the shingles. Strong coastal storms push rain into every weak spot at the flashing and valleys. That is why roof repair in Harrison is busiest after a hard winter and before the next one.
Why call
Why act early
Smaller repairs
Small roof problems caught early usually stay small repairs.
Roofers who know Harrison
Roofers in Harrison know the roof types and weather wear common in local homes.
Straight answers
Ask your questions before you agree to anything.
Common questions about rubber roof repair
Can I use roofing tar on a rubber roof?
Tar and asphalt roof cement should never go on EPDM. Their solvents soften and swell the rubber, and they leave a surface that proper EPDM patches cannot bond to. Use primer, EPDM cover tape and lap sealant instead.
Why is my rubber roof pulling away from the wall?
Shrinkage is the usual cause. Tension builds at walls and edges, and the flashing eventually tears. New flashing and termination bar fix it.
How is a rubber roof patched?
A proper EPDM patch is a cleaned, primed and rolled repair. The roofer scrubs the area with membrane cleaner, applies primer, lets it flash off, then presses down a patch with rounded corners and rolls it firmly. Edges are sealed with lap sealant.
Should I coat my EPDM roof?
Coating is an option for a sound EPDM roof. Repairs and a compatible primer come first, then the coating. Coatings do not fix wet insulation.
How long does a rubber roof last?
A well installed EPDM roof commonly lasts 20 to 30 years. Roofs with good drainage and maintained seams last longest. Fixing small problems early protects the rest.
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Other services that may help
Rubber Roof Installation
New EPDM rubber roofs laid in wide sheets over insulation and a cover board, with primed and taped seams, so the roof stays flexible and watertight for decades.
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Fixing open seams, blisters, splits, ponding and failed flashing on flat and low slope roofs, after the real leak source is found, not guessed.
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Liquid-applied roof coatings that seal seams, reflect heat and add years to a roof, when the roof underneath is still dry and solid.
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Finding where water gets through the roof and sealing it at the source, with the damage underneath checked too.
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