subject: Epdm Makes Sense And Saves Dollars In Winston-salem, Nc [print this page] Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer or EPDM is a green solution for businesses seeking environmentally friendly commercial roofing systems. It is sustainable, and now recyclable, resource.
Made from ethylene, propylene, and a small amount of diene monomer, EPDM has been improved since its introduction, and is resistant to water, UV rays, heat, hail, and extreme fluctuations in temperature. When your trusted commercial roofing company installs this roof material on your Triad area building, it's there to stay for years to come.
Environmental benefits of using EPDM gets high rating
A sustainable, environmentally friendly material in construction, Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer requires little energy to produce, maintain, and is recyclable. Not only that, business owners who really want to stretch their green toes can install rooftop gardens over an EPDM roof.
As long as there is care taken in keeping the membrane free from root growth, as well as proper drainage and slope, this roof can support everything from a vegetable and herb garden to flowers and grass! The only thing hindering your garden's growth is your imagination.
Longevity and low maintenance with EPDM
Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer roofs can last up to 50 years or more in the Greensboro and Winston-Salem, NC area. Once the roof is installed, the commercial roofing system requires no special coating or surface treatment.
Business owners need only perform periodic checks for debris or leaves, as well as have their roofers check the seams and rooftop for maximum performance, and that is all that is required to maintain their roof.
Springing a leak means easy repair
Because of the nature of EPDM, it is easily repaired and has a potential for restoration not seen in other types of roofing materials. Over the years, your commercial roofing system will maintain its flexibility as well as it strength.
If repairs or replacement of areas of the Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer are needed, they are easy to accomplish because of it's unique integrity to its original state. Warranties for EPDM roofs vary, but are typically offered from between five and 20 years. There are premium warranties that offer coverage for up to 30 years.
Painting Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer roof makes it your own
Not thrilled with having the standard black or white roof associated with EPDM? No worries. Acrylic coating can be used on this kind of commercial roofs after a detergent is used to wash the surface.
Latex - based paint products can also be used, but it is recommended that the manufacturer is contacted first to make sure the paint is compatible with this Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer surface, and to ensure continuation of your warranty coverage. Almost every color in the rainbow is possible on your EPDM commercial roofing system.
If you are a business owner in the Winston-Salem, NC area interested in an EPDM roof, the commercial roofing systems specialists can show you the benefits of this green, self-sustaining, recyclable roofing system.
