The image above is of a torch down over 20 years old and shows no sign of deterioration.
Torch down roofing repair.
Ultraviolet protection against roofing materials.
Torch down roofing is a type of roofing material that has been designed for low angle or flat roofs.
Finished modified bitumen torch down rubber.
He explained that torch down roofs every 5 years or so need a maintence coat.
2 identifyed it as asphalt rolled roofing.
A three layer torch down roof features the same base and cap sheets as well as an additional cap sheet with a granulated surface.
Apply the bitumen by melting it over fiberglass.
If you have a torch down rubber roof and it was protected against ultraviolet rays with a silver coating or a ceramic surface then it could last indefinitely.
And one identified the roof correctly as a torch down.
As long as it is installed correctly bitumen prevents moisture build up without needing constant maintenance.
This video shows you how to use a torch and also tar to make a repair on a modified bitumen rubber flat roof.
A two layer torch down roof consists of one base sheet and one smooth cap sheet.
Two layer and three layer torch down roof systems.
What is the scope of the project.
Repair and maintence of a torch down roof.
These roofs are.
Water resistant torch down roofing is an excellent choice in snowy environments.
While it can last up to 20 years installing torch down roofing can be a dangerous process and as such tends to cost more than traditional roofing materials.
This video shows how ultraviolet rays can break roofing material down.
If a torch down roofing system needs repair it s a relatively simple process.
There are two different types of torch down roofing systems.
This is the best roofing material that could be installed on a flat roof.
How to repair a torch down rubber membrane roof.
Torch down roofing consists of modified bitumen which is similar to asphalt.
Had a couple contractors out looking at it.
This contractor felt that it could easily be repaired and coated.
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
The torch down rubber membrane is still by far the best roofing membrane and will outlast any other roofing membrane.