ClassicBond EPDM Roofing
Are The EPDM Membranes Guaranteed?
We are able to offer 20-year EPDM guarantees to all certified installers who have attended our training course.
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What is the Life Expectancy of EPDM Rubber Roofs?
EPDM Rubber roofs have a 50 year life expectancy.
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Will my EPDM membrane have a join?
All membranes do have manufactures joins as supplied to us. Depending on the spacing of the joins and the size of the piece being cut off the roll, sometimes there is no manufacturers join in the membrane.
All EPDM membranes, whether it is Firestone, ClassicBond or SKYGUARD have these joins and they are unavoidable. However, the big advantage is that it is supplied to you in one piece as our website states, which means you don't have to do any onsite joins where workmanship could be a factor.
Does It Have To Be Dry For EPDM Roofing To Be Laid?
EPDM Membranes require the substrate to be dry prior to installation.
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My roof has a small hole which is causing a leak, how easy is it to repair this?
One of the most evident benefits of EPDM rubber roofing is that it can be repaired very quickly and easily, allowing you to catch a problem before it turns into something much bigger!
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Can EPDM Withstand Hard Impacts From Outside Conditions? Such As Branches Falling On It Or A Bird Pecking On It?
Along with a life expectancy of 50 years and beyond, EPDM rubber can stand up to quite some force from outside elements, in our video below we explore what different objects falling on the rubber will do to it and how much damage it takes to actually penetrate the membrane! Prepare to be surprised!
What are the pros and cons of ClassicBond?
With every flat roofing system, there are pros and cons which are important to understand before deciding if this system is right for your project. ClassicBond's positives definitely outweigh the negatives. Our friends over at RoofScout have a great video explaining all of the pros and cons you'll need to know before buying.
Are there any hidden costs with ClassicBond?
When pricing up your project it's important to understand any hidden costs with your preferred system. Like any flat roofing system, there are some hidden costs when using ClassicBond, check out RoofScout's video for more information.
How Thick are ClassicBond Roofing Membranes?
ClassicBond Roof membranes are available in two thicknesses. The Standard membrane is 1.2mm thick and the Premium membrane is 1.5mm
Can a ClassicBond EPDM Rubber Membrane be laid over an existing roof covering?
EPDM membranes can be installed onto a variety of surfaces. For best results, we recommend that the membrane be laid onto new Timber sheets (OSB3). This fresh new deck can, however, be laid straight over your existing roof covering without the need to strip the old roof.
Is Classicbond EPDM BBA Certified?
Yes, ClassicBond membrane holds the British Board of Agrément certificate, No. 11/4853 (issued to Flex-R Ltd). It also holds fire ratings for each of the thicknesses available.
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What Temperatures Can A Rubber Roof Be Installed In?
We recommend a minimum temperature of 5°C for EPDM installation. This is due to the WBA adhesive being water-based and lower temperatures may cause the adhesive to freeze over and fail.
Any other questions?
Ask our team of inhouse experts who will be happy to have a chat and help you with your enquiry.
