Flat Roof Installation DIY, Cheap, Easy, Rubber Roof - Carport, Garage, Porch, Shed, Commercial Roof

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Flat Roof Installation DIY on a Garage, Shed, or Commercial Roof. This method is for anyone with a slightly slanted flat roof who needs to recover it. If installed correctly, this rubber roof will last 20 -30 years.
#flatroofrepairs #roofrepair #chimneyrepair
Shopping list for Flat Roof Installation DIY, Garage, Shed
- Peel and Stick Rubber membrane Cap Sheep (any brand)
- Peel and Stick Base Sheet
- Karnak 81 or 66 Adhesive Trowel Grade
- 1 gal of Turbo Poly Seal by Bergstromm.com
- 1 Roll of Polyester fabric
- Lacquer Thinners where necessary
Tools Required for Flat Roof Installation DIY, Garage, Shed
- Disposable brush
Utility knife with straight and hook blades
- Small Propane Torch
- Bullnose Towel
- Scissors
- Stirring stick
- Garbage bag
- Dolly
- Rags for cleaning
Watch this video On how to Repair leaks on an EPDM Rubber Roof - • Why EPDM Rubber Roofs ...
Turbo Poly Seal at bergstromm.com/
Applications where Super Silicone Seal is used: • Use this Flat Roof Coa...
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Channel: www.youtube.com/ @FlatRoofDoctor
1. Materials: Any roof brand peel-and-stick cap sheet and peel-and-stick base. Roofing nails, Karnak 81 or 66 Trowel grade adhesive.
2. Preparation: Sweep or blow the surface clean of dust and debris. Make sure it is dry.
3. Installation: Install over any surface. Starting from the bottom, install new metal edging, install the base over the entire surface, and then install the cap sheet starting from the bottom. Use Karnak to seal edges and end laps if the roof pitch is too low.
4. Tools: Utility knife with regular blade and hook blade, Hammer, Optional - small propane torch
Turbo Poly Seal - bergstromm.com/
FTC Affiliate Disclaimer - I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
Chapters:
0:00 Quick, Cheap, Easy Roof
0:25 Roof Requirements
2:38 Installing the base
5:59 Installing the Cap Sheet
8:32 Welding membrane to the wall
10:59 Installing membrane around vents
17:00 Securing roof for the night
22:33 Flashing in vents and vent pipes
‪@FlatRoofDoctor‬ ‪@AllRoof.‬

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@bag4ette 2 жыл бұрын

I have a bakery that I have patched the roof on for 25 years. Each year I got better. NOW I can put a new roof on because of your video. I watched most all of them. (No way my wife will go up there). This is my first comment ever. I have to let you know I appreciate your work.

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@richardmcgough582 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, wish I have one of those wife tools😉 very nice video. 👍

@stevenjacobs3559 Жыл бұрын

Having a bakery your probably great at spreading frosting roofing is almost the same

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

The lord parts with knowledge in many ways young jedi. These are not the roofs you are looking for

@gusmarokity6482 11 ай бұрын

I don't recommend you to do what you saw in this video unless existing roofing surface as sound as it is here and it's slope is a little bit steeper. The installers did not pay good enough attention to overlap seems, besides should use a heat- gun to weld together. I recommend you to find a roofer with experience and install a torch-down modified roof on your flat roof otherwise you can end up with more problems than you bargained for.

@abelmontoya3180 Жыл бұрын

What great honor his son brings to his dad! Beautiful! God bless you and yours!

@anthonyesparsen7776 4 ай бұрын

I really love how simple this roof material goes down

@user-bq8wg6ht9h 5 ай бұрын

Ya he made a lot of mistakes that may come back to haunt him. But, Im a bonified roofer. I had my license. Retired now. All you wanna be's give him a break! You know this man put a lot of confidence in people who needed an answer to their roof issue. He made it look easy and very entertaining. You guys know dam well this roof may never leak. He did some things you called out right away without remembering that the rain was coming. How would you have sealed that edge? By torching it! Wrong! He did it right cuz he had to come back to it. Good job, Ol man.

@AlloyedFrequencies 3 ай бұрын

yeah it looks really nice

@info411 2 ай бұрын

Your comment is clear as mud.

@AlloyedFrequencies 2 ай бұрын

@@info411 no it’s your fault. You don’t do roofing

@info411 2 ай бұрын

@@AlloyedFrequencies you stated that he made a lot of mistakes and you didn't mention a single one and then you say way to go, which is it? Name those mistakes Educate us.

@lorenzocaracixtos547 Жыл бұрын

Thank you to share your experience. Professional.

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

As a highly and I express high I and fellow transient workers recommend putting two roofs on this immediately to ensure success best of luck fellows

@Dafprinces1 Жыл бұрын

Mujer trabajadora 👏👏👏

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

Sorry it was not a bad try for doing yourself but it was inproper installation. As a roofer for 25 year I'll tell you what you did wrong. Before you lay out the base you have to apply primer which some roofer call glue, the second thing you did wrong was when you installed the cap sheet you have to stagger it from the base so the laps don't land on the same spot you had to cut the first roll of cap down the middle but I would have cut was the base so I could start with a full roll of the cap the way you did it if one of the laps fail the lap underneath it could fail to because of the trapped water. I don't know where you live but if you get winter weather that will be an issue.

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

Your installation on the pipe is wrong you are supposed to install a cone over the pipe then put a piece of base down on the cone then put you cap on and it would be in 2 piece s so it wouldn't look like garbage you lay out a piece to pass the pipe cut around it the next piece 6 inch overlap the other way on the pipe and it's good to go and looks nice too and don't forget to use asphalt primer on the cone

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

You didn't need to you plastic cement on the seams to make it watertight all you had to do was pass you roofing touch on the seams

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

Allsand is meant as a last resort of large pipes that they don't make cone inserts for not a wash room pipe and your wash room vent pipe you should have risen it up that cap comes off and you should have built it up with 2 layer of 2by4 and flash it in with your base and cap sheet it you live in an area where it snows you are going to have problems

@osab_art2802 Жыл бұрын

@@migueldefreitas1367 if you have a roof with tar and gravel (flat) do you need to scrap It up before doing this process to it?

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

No you can put down what roofers call protection board first and screw it down to the existing roof

@user-qe1ie2zh1v 6 ай бұрын

fantastic video! you guys are class acts!!!

@BD_brave 4 күн бұрын

I'm a certified flat roofer EPDM TPO cold process as well as slope roofs , most common repair i have done on similar roof systems is seams and perimeter not adhering. if you want to do this system invest in the seam sealant. you could also do a seal coat over the existing roof for a similar price. EPDM is my preferred system.

@volvol1 Жыл бұрын

This looks like a potentially AWESOME product. Clearly it has ease of APPLICATION. Next test is PERFORMANCE (i.e., no leaks) and then LONGEVITY. (Those are the three test and the final TEST or issue is PRICE.) $2 psf is very tolerable if the performance is good and the longevity is long.

@chriskelvin248 2 ай бұрын

Finally, a YT video with American contractors demonstrating the process, using materials available in the US market! I’m not necessarily “Made in America” for domestic products sake- just for some reason all the YT videos I get are from UK! I am gearing up to tackle my first EPDM garage very low slope roof. Joists, sheathing and roofing all gone south.

@birdmansclambake 2 ай бұрын

This is an amazing video. Thanks for posting.

@Kyle-ys3cv 29 күн бұрын

I’m a commercial roofer. Have roofed some of the highest profile roofs on Earth. This guy’s a hack. So much hackery I legitimately don’t know where to begin.

@primeworld1830 25 күн бұрын

Roofing business is itself a hack to make recurring money! Isn't it?

@Kyle-ys3cv 25 күн бұрын

@@primeworld1830 when you’re putting down a multi-million dollar roof on a hospital or a new skyscraper, there’s minimal hackery- people don’t get paid, warranties don’t get issued, if there’s any, so anything not to par is getting rectified.

@bignemo75aintlying42 13 күн бұрын

Dude you roofers are thieves, I think they teach you how to ruin mfkrs as an apprentice. Labor, materials cost 5k you charge 20k

@victorblock3421 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. Excellent.

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@2958alejandro Жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT VIDEO!!!!

@happydays454 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a potter and I got the knowledge how to do my own roof now thanks 😉

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

That's great!

@jaybuilder8298 Жыл бұрын

You guys are awesome

@kennethhlavik8155 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for the video my friend❤

@anthonyesparsen7776 4 ай бұрын

What a beautiful couple nice job guys keep doing your great videos

@kadhass37 Жыл бұрын

Wow! I am having a roof put on soon. I am going to help thanks to this video!

@carlosdavila2110 Жыл бұрын

LOL - LOL - LOL - LOL

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

How very puny of you

@johnnydeutschemark3620 Жыл бұрын

Thank You for this information. I will watch 20 more KZfaq instructional videos and compare techniques. Be careful up there.

@bahmannosratollah7017 Жыл бұрын

May God bless you both and thank you so much for sharing your information.

@dolphininfratech4611 Жыл бұрын

Nice job! This is one of the best videos on the application of APP membranes. The video gives complete details right from the cleaning of site, application of Primer, Fixing of APP sheets with hot torch method & finishing with siliver paint.

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

I can almost taste the paint but I'm not at work yet so I will have to wait

@Loonypapa 8 ай бұрын

This is an SBS membrane, not APP. See the bill of sale at 1:09. Also Top Shield states that their SBS membranes are not to be torch applied.

@ebergutierrez4994 6 ай бұрын

Thanks you so much 🙏🏽

@eastside0434 Жыл бұрын

This job is one giant bandaid ,reminds me of when I had to patch a hole on the inner tube of my bicycle.

@BootyHole_Brown 5 ай бұрын

when you do a new installation of peel and stick its a 3 layer process versus 2 and it's just as effective as torch if done properly. If you a layover is just a bandaid youll be really surpised how many homes make it 15-20 more years with a band aid.

@Jimd905 4 ай бұрын

I think that's kind of the idea given the title of the video. It's the old saying in business... "you can have it fast, right or cheap... and u can only pick 2." This was fast and cheap, not necessarily "right" according to pro-roofers. BUT, for a homeowner w a bad leak who is desperate for a fast & inexpensive solution (that doesn't necessarily need to last 10 years) this video is semi-helpful. I don't even have $2 to spend per square foot so I'm totally screwed. Was considering using 4x8 coroplast boards ( only cuz i have like 100 sheets just sitting in my garage) to go over the current roof (glued down). Then i want to tape the seams with EPDM tape and coat the entire surface with expoxy resin. Then put on new perimeter flashing. I realize I'm going to create more issues but I'm stuck and SOMETHING must be done ASAP. Unless some roofers want to donate their labor AND materials, I'm on my own. Water is a sinister foe!

@brucekanter8286 4 ай бұрын

@@Jimd905Well, he just spent $6,500 on materials that are bound to fail within a year or two. Doesn't seem very economical to me.

@Michael-yi4mc 24 күн бұрын

Maybe he’s going to sell the house right away?

@marineboy305 8 ай бұрын

Great stuffs! Thanks Doc. Immensely enjoyed it (what about the silverly UV protectant at the end?)

@ianbodydesign4613 Жыл бұрын

Awesome class

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

thanks

@sebastianshocks9754 2 жыл бұрын

Dankie, baie goed gedoen! :)

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

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@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

I brain not understanding now is hurted not work good brain badly understanding

@jaybuilder8298 Жыл бұрын

I automatically liked your video because your wife is doing all the work lol

@royboy9361 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see a new video. And how about you pros, working a five gallon tar bucket with clean hands! I have a flat roof with a slight pitch, so I’ll stay tuned. Y’all make it look easy. Thanks from Michigan.

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

It is really that easy. my wife and I did that very fast

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Yea man it's easy to keep those hands kleen just never touch it

@anthonym9896 Жыл бұрын

Great video.... I see 2 problems 1: you always have to cut your first run of S A base in half alway. To prevent a lap on lap Meaning when you run your cap sheet you're gonna have a lap on top of the other lap thats not good . Cutting your first run in half prevent this . 2 : You need to use an 80 pound roller . The roller is used to remove any air pockets that may be trapped in between the materials. In the summer when its hot the gasses starts to build up in the pockets causing the material bubble up or causing the material to separate in time .

@SalvadorSTMZ Жыл бұрын

He mentions the roller at 21:10 but they step on it instead.

@migueldefreitas1367 Жыл бұрын

Stepping on it and not pass the roll on it is the same thing and he also didn't use primer on the roof before he installed the base sheet some roofer call it glue

@maryannoxendine-oxendine5260 Жыл бұрын

@@migueldefreitas1367 yeah I s

@maryannoxendine-oxendine5260 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking to myself as she's takes off the plas

@maryannoxendine-oxendine5260 Жыл бұрын

😊

@UKGBManny Жыл бұрын

That underlay is awesome not seen that in UK. The only worry i have is if the old roof was leaking anywhere there could be rotten boards under your new cap felt? I would always recommend a re board and felt where possible, What do i know you are the flat roof god haha love your videos thanks for the refresh i have one on next week unfortunately with a leak which most likely will need new boards fitting.

@juanosorno8153 Жыл бұрын

I think the roof was made of Twin-T's (concrete)

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Wait for the video old wood doesn't rot in the end,try to keep up before you get fired

@primeworld1830 Ай бұрын

My man is killing all the capitalist roofing cos. Good Job Flat Roof Doctor👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@dynoesaur 3 ай бұрын

Thank you sir now im ready to be a certified roofer

@Sum-Ting-Wong71 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the laugh.

@pwu8194 Жыл бұрын

I think the part where you torched and glued will leak overtime. The proper way is to install the ridge and overlap the tarp.

@fakawat7220 9 ай бұрын

good video but that is 1 part was a very bad instruction...

@bigroller Жыл бұрын

thank you I'm going to do my roof just like this , I got a estimate for 10,000 that's a eye 👀 opener

@robyg7037 Жыл бұрын

Materials and Labor ! for roofs with complete tear outs and new roof can be 3x materials $5K will get you $15K final ! Always always get many bidders and learn from the bids !

@bugboy8462 Жыл бұрын

always lay a upside down nailed sheet around edges

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Our crew always leaves extra nails for the next couple

@jacquelinegonzalez3351 Жыл бұрын

Good job, now I going to doing , I hope doing good like your people thank you God Bless everyone 🤍🤍🧡🧡🙏🙏

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Brain only parts need be Bless you cause know any sleep not mak cents brain not rest to harder for am

@jjooeegg1 Жыл бұрын

Good video . How do ya know if you are allowed to add another layer ? What if a couple already ? Are there rules ? Thanks

@samibentroudi6423 5 ай бұрын

I enjoyed your video. Thank you for posting it. That said I have a couple of questions. I am about to venture into doing a roof in a commercial property of mine after I got quoted a ridiculous amount of money to either repair or install a new roof on a 4500 square feet roof top. On your video looks like to just put the new roof membranes atop the old roof. I was under the impression that the old membranes or old roof had to be removed? Please advice. Thank you very much . Sami

@manolocalifas6488 Жыл бұрын

Great video, i have a 3-12 pitch roof with shingles is this too steep; will the shingles and under lament need to be removed before applying this peal and stick base and top?

@DIYinCA 11 ай бұрын

Great video. I just need a wife who will go up there because mine wont!!! 😁

@copperworks 11 ай бұрын

Nice to see your son with you.

@rogergreen6341 Жыл бұрын

Can this be used on a brand new plywood sheeting sloped roof?

@longinestrejo1343 Жыл бұрын

Great job Dr. and Gracias for the Tips looks to easy I'll find out tomorrow GOD BLESS YOU

@justinnav 9 ай бұрын

This is like a master class in how NOT to install a roof...

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

I so agree! But they will call us haters. I don't know what kind of Dr. he is, but surly not a roof Dr.

@JoseMartinez-ez6lz Жыл бұрын

I like it thank you

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

You need to watch it again all the way to where the robot pisses off the roof

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

I like butts

@gunnisonschannel9855 Жыл бұрын

Great video Roof Doctor. you have inspired me to fix my mobile home roof. I was wondering if I could buy a few minutes of your time for a video call or phone call to let you see my situation and recommend what approach to take, be it peel and stick, torch down or some other kind of approach.

@madhuhadas15370 Жыл бұрын

can you provide me with the name of each of the rolls you used on these jobs. thank you.

@iamjacksundyingaddiction6595 Жыл бұрын

Hi, can you use this type of roofing on shed roof or do I have to use asphalt 3 shingles? Thanks

@nilotpalbhattacharjee3896 Жыл бұрын

Very nice video, it will help me in the roof of my farm house , with love from Silchar ,India.

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

Great 👍

@sylviawairagu2435 Жыл бұрын

I like the whole process. I am in kenya how can I get this materials?. Do you have an agent

@rogerl8488 Жыл бұрын

So the pipes can I just place boots to them for extra protection? Also where did you buy the torch?

@maryrenaud6732 Жыл бұрын

Most counties of the USA allow a max of 2 layers to a flat roof (check with YOUR a county building Dept). After that you have to remove the old down to the plywood strata. Also, roofers comments indicate and 80 lb roller is needed to rollover the material.

@michaeldaugherty1704 Жыл бұрын

Will this material and system work in harsh climates with wind had snow?

@johnmacmillan627 9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Where can I buy super silicon sealant?

@maryrenaud6732 Жыл бұрын

I am in South Florida and this roof has to pass an inspection by a licensed roofing contractor to get insurance. While it looks simple, we do not know if this DIY approach will survive heavy winds, high heat, and torrential rains…sometimes all at the same time. I really wish it were this simple and affordable and appreciate the information, but the comments by roofers point out many potential problems with the installation.

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Just wait for terrible weather and then do a.i. 45 minutes video on just how good it not being

@Loonypapa 8 ай бұрын

In south Florida you're not allowed to put roll roofing over an existing roof layer. "TopShield Pro underlayment roofing systems membranes shall not be applied over an existing roof membrane."

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

Truthfully as a 35 year roofer I would not put this on a dog house. Just my opinion.

@jamescole3152 7 ай бұрын

@@shawncummings4653 Show us your video then. This guy has been doing this for many years with no problems.

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

@@jamescole3152 I don't need to show anything. I have been roofing all through the US. As a speacilst in government roofing. I don't need to prove a dam thing to you.

@lilingshaw1319 Жыл бұрын

I have Henry 887tropi cool silicone put on flack roof but have some bubbles how do I fix still use silicone or use different material

@HsingSun Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. You should careful not to burn down the roof, right?

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Pig skiner

@2958alejandro Жыл бұрын

YOU HAVE 3 STARS!!!!!

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

I put one under where under lament should be

@junkwagonllcDOTcom Жыл бұрын

How much does a roll weigh? Would that work for a Florida room?

@airman64 Жыл бұрын

Great vid where can I buy that material,I'm in Florida

@TejaniKerroumi 9 ай бұрын

Plz explain how to make pitch

@Tinask2009 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for so much for sharing, my question is that you don't need to take out of the old membrane ?

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Ok Alexa turn off but first say th least intelligent video you sell me more about college

@henrysanchez6637 2 жыл бұрын

Where can buy this black paper they dont have in home depot or lowes

@chrisnavarro1382 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use Tri Built Granular Surface Self Adhering Underlayment as a Base layer before the Torch Down ?

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

I do that many times and it works good

@astrong7707 5 ай бұрын

Do u have a list of everything u used and where u possibly bought everything u used. I live in Pennsylvania and am not sure where to buy everything we need and need to know how to extend our roof out to add gutters to our lower deck

@amitdhulap8388 Жыл бұрын

20 years old roof finish looks absolutely UV Stable

@stevestephrees4185 Жыл бұрын

I agree with Steven Gee. Also, you should NEVER run ur base seams within a minimum of 8 inches from ur cap seams. He is pretty much right on top of the base seams. That ruins the whole point/value of having a 2 plied roof. Now it’s basically just really thick single plied roof. JOKE!

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely never seem on seem. This is beyond a joke.

@kamehamehasuperultra3380 Жыл бұрын

I like to do the same to my low slope roof, but there is a L section need the edge that as a slight U indented area that collect water and it moves to the drain pipe. How do I shape that to the old roofing? Can I use a hand torch to finish the edge?

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

You don't, you foolish Americans, this roof is like a mahgwi don't ever get it wet and never ever step foot on it after midnight

@jamescole3152 7 ай бұрын

I love it. I think I have to wait until spring the weather is too cold and rainy right now.

@georgiesantana5870 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent work

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@stevengee4562 Жыл бұрын

By what standard is this excellent work, its complete BS.

@Loonypapa 8 ай бұрын

This a crap install of a good product. Not supposed to install this over an existing membrane.

@jgg204 5 ай бұрын

What causes the granules to come off a torch down roof like that? Have a 5 yrs old roof, has lost considerable granules, they clog the scupper box which requires us to clean it out 2x a year. We are going to have to silver coat soon otherwise the roof will be too exposed to UV. It's nuts for a roof to start failing that quickly but from talking to supply house, granules coming off is becoming more and more common

@bignemo75aintlying42 12 күн бұрын

What is the underlayment/membrane you're using under that liberty roof roll?

@lendavidhart9710 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, I just learned how to get plastic roof cement out of the bucket, and on the trowel better, watching the son...

@kimpozo3514 4 ай бұрын

What is cashier over the rubber? Water shield ? I'm in WI shop Nenards. Trying do mobile home addition with flat roof. How do I get rubber roll up on roof by myself?

@raraDaRam815 7 ай бұрын

Can I roll it over a flat roof that already has elastamoric coating?

@tiffanyneal6501 4 ай бұрын

Could you please post the list of all materials needed to purchase from this video.

@user-pm8vz4kr2w Жыл бұрын

Where can I buy material. Have 35x40 flat roof. Please help, Thanx

@TruongLe-eo8kh 5 ай бұрын

Did he remove the old roof membranes before placing the red backing pieces?

@allenperera6158 2 жыл бұрын

You could get coring drill bits for cutting out the hole for the vents or maybe it won't work? What do you think?

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

a lot of effort to go get a tool and do a little cut. The hole is never in the right spot so you still have to cut slits to move the membrane around to position it

@allenperera6158 2 жыл бұрын

@@FlatRoofDoctor I see. Thanks.

@miketooma 2 жыл бұрын

Just curious, why not the first Base sheet layer? In your other videos I see that you put a Base down and then the sticky second base layer before the cap sheet. I am going to do a mod bit roof just like this video with the self adhesive. Thanks so much for your info guys...you are going to save us lots of dough!

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

You missed it. That is when I go over gravel and tar roof

@jamescole3152 7 ай бұрын

His base layer is SA. He already has a torch down roof.

@JustonCase-zo2st Жыл бұрын

Not everyone has a wife like yours and mine. Mine has always worked with me since we been married, we were were self employed all our life, married 50 years this year

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

I am so sorry

@robbiehobbs5241 6 ай бұрын

What products do you use? What about the sides?

@thomasg4324 Жыл бұрын

*QUESTION: Wouldn't it be easier & cheaper to use liquid rubber, and the sprinkle it with fine gravel for the UV protection?* There would be no seams, and would save a ton of time/labor.

@thatguy4234 Жыл бұрын

Degrades too quickly, cracks, splits, etc.

@thomasg4324 Жыл бұрын

@@thatguy4234 Not tar...liquid rubber.

@lifesounds7974 10 ай бұрын

@@thomasg4324 It depends a lot on thr country. In the UK there are a few other methods that are being used. One of them is EPDM, which is a rubber membrane that comes in one sheet (up to a certain size) and you glue it to your substrate(mainly timber frame). There are also liquid rubber methods that are being used but there's just something about them that makes it a bit more not trustworthy especially when compared to a one sheet option such as EPDM. Also, in terms of longevity, EPDM can easily last 50+ years.

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

It would be much faster and cheaper to use spray on emulsion with pea gravel.

@thomasg4324 7 ай бұрын

@@shawncummings4653 How much cheaper? Are you suggesting liquid rubber, or tar?

@bubblewrap4793 Жыл бұрын

where is your insulation layer?

@alphasaur 3 ай бұрын

Can cap sheet handle foot traffic?

@keithjohnson3709 Жыл бұрын

I have been roofing for 25 years. That type of roof is not made to be installed over an existing roof without an ISO panel or clean sub. It also needs to be rolled down with an 80 lb roller to bond materials. It specifically tells you not to use torch or flame. You are supposed to use a hot air gun. Its not a torch down system. It will def be a problem

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Ok truther that's your third worning I'm not going to write you up this time though looks like we're going to need you tomorrow but mostly it's forcuz I am no longer read and rite be cause this video break me mind not work

@Lucky-ou4vz 9 ай бұрын

He's going to roll his imported wife over it

@shawncummings4653 7 ай бұрын

I think it's time the old Doc retires !

@jamescole3152 7 ай бұрын

Well the roof doctor has been doing this for much longer than you. His way must work.

@billwilliams4877 7 ай бұрын

Ok Karen!! Lol

@davidlampe4153 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question about roofing, I have gotten several contractors over to give me estimate for replacement of the roof every last one wants to install edpm roof material over the current roof, ( old roof hot tar, last roof torch down bitumen) they all want to do only third roof of edpm . Why? Why won’t anyone remove the old roof fix the old Douglas Fir t&g decking and torch down two layers over fire resistant paper? Your demonstration of this project video is showing proof of why they don’t want to do any roof removal and repair. They can complete the entire job in one day. No old material to dispose of. No complicated process. Minor torch around the edges. Maximum return on their time. My flat roof is pitched both sides to the middle and a scupper with a drain pipe in the center. Where can I obtain the materials from your video? I’m not about to do the work myself but it’s possible with some help to complete the project in a day and complete the flashing process without worrying about complicated step flashing or anything else. Thank you.

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

EPDM is the worst type of roofing material do have on a roof. You are correct in all the other points. You can hire a few handy guys and have then do your roof with little cost. No need to strip the old roof.

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes Home Depot will carry the Liberty Brand od Peel and Stick. But any roofing supply place carry this material. Beacon Building Supply, ABC Roofing Supply or any other local roofing supply place. The Brand does not really matter.

@robyg7037 Жыл бұрын

Reject those bids and keep requiring your specifications only ! Many regions of the country have bad contractors ! Break down the roof work scope into, tear down demo, roof repairs if any then actual new roof area if any ! Doc is right you can re-layer if needed ! Keep calling for free and sane estimates only ! Good handymen with insurance bond can do small if needed !

@ajays5 Жыл бұрын

Where can I buy this material in Canada? The site is only for the US shipping areas

@FlatRoofDoctor Жыл бұрын

sorry

@Evansforrest Жыл бұрын

I have a torch down roof with leaks. The rolled roofing has white gravel on top. Can I patch over this white gravel roofing? Seems that the patched of new roofing won’t adhere to the old roofing with the white gravel

@garrett3113 Жыл бұрын

Yes it will if you have the right materials. Some are used for adhering the cap sheet and some are used to flash. Make sure if there is metal to get some primer first. Get the quick prime and you can flash right away and also get the white granules to cover your patch and if you got the right stuff your repair should look like it was still brand new haha

@Evansforrest Жыл бұрын

@@garrett3113 thanks

@IDKWTFID 7 ай бұрын

I have a 3 seasons room and screen room that has a compromised flat roof i would love to do so Something like this but have some questions is there an email i can send to or a way to chat so i can show you my situation ?

@vickalv7097 Ай бұрын

Hi, my name is Vick, I leave in North East Maryland, I have a flat roof with TPO material, it's old and starting to lick every time when is raining, what you suggested to do ? Can I use the same materials you were using on this video ? What should I do with the existing TPO ? Can I install on top of that or I have to pull all off ? Please let me know. Thank you so much.

@Sum-Ting-Wong71 Ай бұрын

According to what little you have stated it sounds likely that the roof in question should be torn off and stripped down to the deck of all old materials and any rotten plywood decking removed and replaced with new before a new roof is installed. If you have had substantial leaks then there will be moisture trapped between the old roof and the new roof (wet insulation board & rotting plywood) creating water vapor which must escape and will only cause further damage to the ceiling underneath ( stains, paint blistering, bubbling, peeling, mold) and bubbling, blistering and eventually compromising the roof above for more leaks. You could potentially use a peel & stick base sheet over a mechanically fastened 1/2"×4'x8' insulated sheet of blackboard on the deck followed by a granulated peel & stick cap sheet but the devil is in the details (i.e. penetrations (pipes, skylights, drains, tie-ins to other roof systems & perimeter terminations (i.e. shingles, metal, wall flashing & metal drip edge, etc.) and this video is not a good representation of the proper application process. My advice is to research the proven work history of licensed & bonded roofing professionals in your area and get several quotes on a peel & stick replacement roof and go from there.

@jaybuilder8298 Жыл бұрын

What’s the name of that roll?

@jamestonks3042 4 ай бұрын

If your first layer isnt fully bonded to the roof how is your cap sheet stuck to the roof

@Andrew-920 4 ай бұрын

Hello sir what is the name of the materials and from where can I get them ?

@shamrockshore6308 8 ай бұрын

Why are you laying the runs across the roof? Why no lengthways? Plus, would it not be better to have done the flat roof first, then the parapets, to achieve proper weathering?

@tammie9230 Жыл бұрын

Would really like to know what the material you used?

@joesmith-wz7cp Жыл бұрын

Put the adhesive on a rag inhale and you will figure it right out

@tobikanawa 11 ай бұрын

what about a flat roof? mine has no slope at all.

@telumears 2 жыл бұрын

Why did you stop using the UV silver coating on the Polyseal? Not necessary anymore or is it a cosmetic finishing for white roofs? Thanks for the entertaining videos.

@FlatRoofDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

We are planning to go back and do another video on the flashing part in a few weeks and that is when we will apply the silver coating. Good observation. Cheers

@Andrew-920 Жыл бұрын

How much is it sir? I want to fix my house roof