Built Up Roofing (BUR) vs Modified Bitumen Roof (Torch Down)
2010年1月16日 · Modified bitumen is a good roofing system. The reason I don't like it is not because of the product its' self, but the vast number of incompetent applicators. Having said that, you can get a 10 year modifie bitumen roof, which is the most common roof in the Chicago market. Or you can get a 20 year rated modified bitumen roof.
EPDM vs Modified Bitumen for flat roof - DIY Home Improvement …
2007年2月22日 · Flashing details are more involved than with Modified Bitumen Roofing which is compatible with rubberized asphalt flashing cement. The flashing details are time consuming and costly for EPDM rubber and run the price up for this type of roof. Modified Bitumen has a 10 to 12 year warranty. Granular surface models need no roof coating.
Modified Bitumen or roll roofing - DIY Home Improvement Forum
2008年5月7日 · Some laymen erroneously call Modified Bitumen, "Roll Roofing", since it does come in a roll, but the more accepted definition of "Roll Roofing" is the cheap 90 # granulated material, just as TRG has already stated. You would be able to easily grab a corner and pull it apart, but not so with the Mod Bit membrane. Ed
Deck Tiles Over Modified Bitumen Flat Roof
2021年1月28日 · Last year we redid a large (~18’x20’) flat roof on our house and, since it has access from our office (and possibly some new outdoor stairs) we’d like to be able to use it as a roof-top deck. The roof is two layers of modified bitumen with white granules on top (stones about 1 mm square). SEE PICTURE?
Severe blistering in 2-yo modified bitumen roof
2024年7月14日 · 169 Non-Fibered Aluminum Roof Coating is a protective coating that provides heat-resistant properties for modified bitumen membranes, and asphalt roofs extending their life. www.karnakcorp.com you can apply silver coating. and still maintain a repairable roof.
Pipe flashing boot on APP modified bitumen roof
2021年2月25日 · I have an APP modified bitumen flat roof with steel pipes penetrating it (vent, HVAC dunnage). In addition to applying flashing cement around the pipes, I'd like to add flashing boots. I see EPDM and Silicone options for retrofit boots. Some have an aluminum-cladded base.
Flat Roof-Modified Bitumen vs. IB PVC - DIY Home Improvement …
2011年6月30日 · Thank you for your prompt reply. My roof measures approx 1800 sq ft. The IB estimate came in at a few dollars away from $19,000. It's a lot of money. I have an estimate for $10,000 for a Modified Bitumen w/ 1 ply of 80 lb glass base sheet. He lead me to believe that the modified bitumen will last about 8 - 10 yrs. I was told torch and nail is ...
How to properly flash new penetration on torch roof
2018年1月19日 · This not specific to your situation and will need to be modified for the size pipe you will be bringing through the roof. It may seem like overkill, however if this a chimney or Hot penetration, the pipe should be isolated from the roofing membrane. A curb is the the proper way to bring a penetration of this type through Modified Bitumen roof.
Which is better repair, Firestone SBS white granulated bitumen or …
2023年11月17日 · Hi, I am also considering two companies to fix Brooklyn brownstone roof that is 20plus years old and in bad shape. Company #1 recommends tapered insulation and Firestone SBS granular finished. Company #2 is popular, slightly more expensive and does not give much detail on specific materials. Mentions that modified bitumen may be used at discretion.
Ponding on modified bitumen - DIY Home Improvement Forum
2023年6月5日 · Hello, below is my ponding issue on modified bitumen. The roof was fully replaced in 2020 and I bought the house at the end of 2022. I just got rain today so this is as big as the ponds would ever be. I have not been able to measure the time to dry yet as we have had showers pretty much every day for the past few weeks in South Florida.