Today, single ply rubber roofing has become the prime choice when it comes to flat roof replacement with EPDM the number one choice. The most crucial aspect to the reliability and durability of single ply rubber roofs is the method of attaching seams together. That is where 99% of flat roof leaks occur.

Therefore having a seamless Firestone EPDM membrane is the most important factor in the longevity of a flat roof installation. In theory, the wider the membrane is, the less seam you have, thus reducing the possibility of leaks and with Firestone EPDM you can order a single seamless piece of rubber up to 15 m x 30 m there by giving you a true single ply seamless system. One of the clear advantages Firestone EPDM rubber roofing has over felt is its tolerance to extremes of temperature, with U.V. light causing felt to degrade far quicker than rubber. EPDM rubber roofing systems also provide excellent weather resistance as well as sheet flexibility and high elongation.

EPDM rubber can also be formed to seal round difficult items such as upstands, skylights and downpipes which can be found on domestic flat roofs. It also proves far more cost effective than felt with a life expectancy of 50 years+ you would not have to worry about replacing your roof again. It is also an ideal material in troublesome roof gutters and gulleys, where there is not adequate space or fall to properly install traditional lead. In fact there are many surfaces not immediately apparent where
Firestone EPDM can solve your rubber roof needs. EPDM is one of the most sustainable and environmentally responsible flat roofing materials used today in the construction industry. Its successful track record of superior overall system performance in low cycle costs. Less frequent replacement results in decreased building disruptions and reduced impact on the environment.

The initial production of the membrane has a low embodied energy number (the amount of energy required to implement a product from material extraction, manufacturing and installation). In addition several other components (such as primers and adhesives) were developed for use with the EPDM membrane to reduce VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions during installation. No further surface treatment is needed once the Firestone EPDM is adhered and general housekeeping in the form of removal of debris and leaves etc is all that is required. In laboratory testing Firestone EPDM was subjected to the most severe heat aging where samples were subjected to temperatures of 240 degrees Fahrenheit for four weeks.

Also, in several studies field samples were collected from various geographic locations after years of exposure and in both cases (laboratory and field) the physical properties of the samples exceeded the original specification. Presently there are numerous Firestone EPDM installations throughout colder regions in the U.S. (i.e. Alaska, Minnesota) as well as in the hot and humid climates of southern Florida and Texas.

This material will withstand and not shatter in extreme cold temperatures and remains flexible under severe thermal shock where evenings/nights are extremely cold and days extremely hot. Expansion and contraction, ponding, moisture, thermal shock and temperature extremes are all factors that promote premature degradation of a roofing material.

The elongation and low temperature flexibility of Firestone EPDM membranes accommodate building movement in various climatic conditions without stressing the material. Its moisture absorption resistance allows the material to be installed in assemblies with lesser slope then other single ply products and makes it tolerable to incidental ponding and deflection.

Unlike built up roofing Firestone EPDM membrane does not contain organic material that can decay as a result of moisture caused by condensation or leaks. With many Firestone EPDM installations exceeding 40 years of exposure in the field under various climatic conditions, none of the materials have shown alarming signs of degradation.

It is difficult to accurately predict but studies have shown Firestone EPDM flat roofs as having a potential life expectancy of 50 years. Pound for pound Firestone EPDM roofing systems offers one of the better value systems in low slope and flat roof market. While installation varies from roof to roof the cost per square metre, when taking longevity and sustainability of the product into consideration, makes it one of the most cost effective for both installer and customer.

Within the United States EPDM accounts for over 1 billion square feet and represents approximately 35% of the entire roofing market. In Europe the market share is around 12% and growing. Accelerated growth has also been reported in the Middle East and China as well and with these markets expanding exponentially EPDM rubber is becoming a world market leader in flat roofing repair.

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We also do work to pitched roofs including:

• Tiling to pitched roofs
• Roof repairs and general maintenance
• Complete roof replacement including roof carpentry 
• Strip and re-tile (or re-slate)
• Timber and uPVC fascias, soffits and bargeboards 
• Guttering and rainwater pipes
• Leadwork
• Re-pointing to chimneys, firewalls etc 
• Flat roofs (Firestone EPDM or Topseal GRP)
• Flat roof decking, insulation etc
• Insurance claims
• Storm damage