Rubber Roofs in Hull

One sheet, very few joins: how an EPDM roof keeps water out

EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane that arrives on site in large sheets, so on most domestic roofs the whole surface can be covered in one piece. It is bonded to the deck with adhesive, turned up at the walls and finished with purpose-made trims at the edges. With no seams running across the middle of the roof, there are far fewer weak points where water could find its way in.

We are certified installers of RubberCover EPDM, and a rubber roof suits clean, simple shapes best: rear extensions, garages, dormers and larger flat roofs on commercial units. The membrane stays flexible in cold weather and copes with the slight movement every building goes through, so it is less inclined to crack than older coverings. It is laid cold with adhesive rather than a torch, which is useful on roofs close to timber cladding or fascias.

Looked after, a rubber roof gives a long working life. That care is simple: keep outlets and guttering clear, keep foot traffic to a minimum, and have any damage from falling branches or careless work patched with a matching EPDM repair. We take time over the preparation, because a smooth, clean deck and well-bonded edges are what let the membrane last as it should.