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EPDM rubber roofing

Proven synthetic rubber with decades of track record, flexible in heat and easy to repair.

Service life
25 to 35 years
Sample budget
$7.00 - $10.50/sf
Wind
FM 1-60 to 1-90
Warranty
Up to 30-year NDL
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How EPDM performs in Houston

EPDM is the longest-running single-ply membrane in commercial roofing. It stays flexible through Houston's thermal swings, resists hail better than most people expect and is simple to patch years down the road.

We install 60 and 90 mil EPDM fully adhered or mechanically attached, with tape-seam technology rather than old liquid adhesives. On buildings where cooling cost matters, we can apply a white EPDM top or a reflective coating later in the roof's life.

Specification

ItemTypical spec
Membrane thickness60 mil or 90 mil
Seams3 in or 6 in factory tape
AttachmentFully adhered or mechanically attached
ColorBlack standard, white-on-black optional
Typical crew output6,000 to 9,000 sq ft per day dried-in
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Where it fits best

We most often recommend EPDM for these buildings and conditions.

  • Older office and flex buildings with lots of penetrations
  • Roofs with irregular shapes and many curbs
  • Owners who want simple long-term repairs
  • Cold storage where membrane flexibility matters
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What our install includes

Every proposal lists these items so you can compare bids line by line.

  • Deck inspection and fastener pull tests
  • Polyiso insulation and cover board
  • 60 or 90 mil EPDM with factory-applied tape seams
  • Pre-molded pipe boots and curb flashings
  • Termination bar and edge metal
  • Close-out photos and warranty paperwork
How warranties work

What to watch for

Every system has failure modes. These are the ones our service techs see most on EPDM roofs.

  • Black EPDM absorbs heat, which raises cooling load in Texas
  • Seam tape needs primer and correct roller pressure
  • Petroleum and grease will swell the rubber

EPDM FAQ

Straight answers on bids, schedules, leaks and warranties. Still stuck? Our estimating desk answers the phone.

Estimating desk

(713) 555-0234All FAQs

Not necessarily. It handles heat well; the trade-off is solar absorption. Many owners pair black EPDM with extra insulation or use white EPDM on conditioned spaces.

A properly primed and taped patch typically lasts as long as the surrounding membrane, which is one reason facility teams like EPDM.

Yes. If the membrane is still attached and dry, a silicone restoration coating can add 10 to 15 years (sample range).

Price a EPDM roof

Send square footage and roof age. We will survey the roof and send a written, line-item proposal.

Free roof survey · Written proposal in 5 to 7 business days (sample)

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