EPDM Rubber Roofing › Porthcawl
EPDM is a single-ply synthetic rubber membrane. It is laid in one sheet where the roof size allows and bonded to a sound deck, so there are far fewer joints than on traditional felt. That matters on a seaside roof that is battered by the weather. It suits garages, extensions, porches and dormer flats, where one clean sheet means fewer places for water to find a way in.
We fit EPDM on small and medium flat roofs across Porthcawl, Nottage, Newton, Pyle and Kenfig Hill. For other flat roof coverings, see our Flat Roofing South Wales section. It suits garages, extensions, porches and dormer flats, where one clean sheet means fewer places for water to find a way in.
Call 07766 547309 about epdm rubber roofing in Porthcawl, or message us on WhatsApp.
Flat Roofs in Porthcawl: What the Weather Does
Garages and rear extensions on the 1930s houses around Nottage and Newton often carry flat roofs that were put on decades ago. Felt splits at the seams, ponds in the low spots and lets water into the deck. A one-sheet membrane removes most of those seams. That is why a quick patch over old felt often means a second visit within a couple of winters.
Rain here arrives sideways in a southwesterly, and salt in the air sits on every surface. The membrane itself is not troubled by that, but the edge trims, upstands and corner details have to be done carefully, because that is where wind-driven water looks for a way in. That is why a quick patch over old felt often means a second visit within a couple of winters.
On newer estates and on seafront properties with flat-roofed porches and dormer cheeks, the issue is usually drainage. A roof with poor falls holds water, and the deck underneath suffers. We check the deck, falls and insulation before deciding what can be laid over. That is why a quick patch over old felt often means a second visit within a couple of winters.
EPDM Jobs We Do in Porthcawl
- Garage roof coverings — A garage roof is stripped to the deck, repaired where needed and covered in a single sheet of EPDM with trimmed edges.
- Extension flat roofs — Rear and side extensions get a new membrane bonded to a sound deck, with upstands against the house wall done carefully.
- Porch and bay roofs — Small porch and bay roofs are covered in one piece, which avoids the seams that let water into old felt.
- Dormer flat roofs — Dormer flats are covered with attention to the cheeks, corners and edges, where leaks on these roofs usually begin.
- Deck repairs and insulation — Rotten boards are replaced and insulation is checked, since the membrane is only as good as the deck it is bonded to.
- Falls and drainage corrections — Where water ponds, we look at the falls, outlets and gutters, and tell you what can be corrected before recovering.
How We Approach EPDM in Porthcawl
We begin with the deck. Soft or damp boards, poor falls and missing insulation are dealt with before any rubber goes down. We measure for a single sheet where we can, and explain where a joint is unavoidable and how it will be made. If the roof is mostly sound, we will say so and suggest a repair instead of a full replacement.
The membrane is bonded to the deck with adhesive, then trims, upstands and corners are finished by hand. We take care at the edges because wind and rain test them first. Repairs to a sound existing membrane are also possible, using patches and cures. If the roof is mostly sound, we will say so and suggest a repair instead of a full replacement.
EPDM Rubber Roofing Guides for Porthcawl
EPDM Rubber Roofing in Porthcawl — Common Questions
Is EPDM suitable for a garage roof in Porthcawl?
Yes, garages are one of the most common uses. The deck needs to be sound and drain properly. We check both, then lay the membrane in one sheet where the size allows, with edge trims fitted carefully.
Does salt air damage a rubber roof?
The membrane itself copes well with the sea air. The weak points are the edges, trims and upstands, which is why we spend time on those details. A sound deck and good drainage matter as much as the rubber.
Can you lay EPDM over my old felt roof?
It depends on the condition of what is underneath. If the old covering and deck are sound and dry we may be able to build on them. If not, we strip back to the deck. We check on site.
What is the difference between EPDM and felt?
EPDM is a single rubber sheet with far fewer joints. Felt is laid in overlapping layers, and the seams are where it tends to split and let in water. We can talk through other coverings in our Flat Roofing South Wales section.
Do I need to do anything before you start?
Only clear the area around the garage or extension so we have access, and move anything stored on or against the roof edge. Please do not go up to check the roof yourself. We will inspect it properly.
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We cover Porthcawl and the area around it including Nottage, Newton, Pyle, Kenfig Hill, Cornelly.
Tell us what the roof is doing in Porthcawl and we will look at it. Call 07766 547309, message us on WhatsApp or use the form below.