R U B B E R   R O O F   I N F O R M A T I O N

 

WARNING:  Never use any product that contains petroleum distillates on an EPDM rubber roof, as they are incompatible with this type of roof and will cause damage.

 

WARNING:  Never allow anyone to replace your EPDM rubber roof without first removing the old rubber roof completely and covering with 1/8th inch luan prior to installation of the new roof.

 

 

Questions  We  Have  Been  Asked

 

Q: What are rubber roofs made of?

A: They are made from EPDM rubber sheeting that is highly puncture resistant, reflective and refractive to UV rays and tear resistant.

 

Q: What does EPDM stand for?

A: Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Engineering.

 

Q: When buying a used RV what things should be inspected to insure the rubber roof is OK?

A: Areas of loose or ballooning rubber on the roof.  Look for silicone caulking as we find this is common   

    practice around roof vents.  Silicone sealants contain petroleum distillates.

 

Q: What can a rubber roof be cleaned with?

A: We recommend only those products formulated specifically for rubber roofs.  Products such as Dicor

     Rubber Roof Cleaner and Dicor Rubber Roof Protectant, which are formulated specifically for EPDM

     rubber roofs.

 

Q: Can I replace the rubber roof myself?

A: It’s not recommended.  Aligning and cutting in roof holes, and lining up sides and corners is work that

     requires professional experience.

 

Q: What products are compatible with EPDM rubber roofs to seal around vents, antennas, air

     conditioners, etc…?

A: We recommend Dicor Lap Sealant as it comes in a tube fitting most caulk guns.  Plas-t-lote rubber roof

     coating can be used and is packaged in quart and gallon size cans.

 

Q: When there is heavy dew or rain streaks from the roof that runs down the side of the RV is this a

     problem?

A: Most of the time it isn’t a problem as the EPDM rubber roof is designed to slowly oxidize, and the

    rubber may lose up to 10% of its overall thickness in 12 years.  Cleaning at least 2 times a year will

    greatly reduce this problem.

 

Q: Can a rubber roof be patched if there is a tear?

A: Yes, but be very observant after patching a rubber roof as we have found that most patches are short

     lived due to the integrity of the adhesive holding the patch to the rubber roof is compromised.  The

     smaller the hole the better the chance of success.

 

Q: Are patch kits for rubber roofs available?

A: Yes, but none we feel confident in recommending.