A low slope roof in Cleveland metro holds water where a pitched one sheds it, so the drainage matters more than the membrane.
At a glance
- Shingles do not belong on a low slope. Water sits and gets under them.
- Ponding water that lasts more than two days is a drainage fault.
- EPDM is the black rubber. TPO is the white sheet that reflects heat.
- Most low slope leaks are at a seam, a drain or where the roof meets a wall.
Highly rated roofers across the county
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Exteriors Plus
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Barbera Home Improvement
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Royalty Roofing
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Ken's Parkhill Roofing
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DroCo Roofing
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Ohio Roofing Siding and Slate LLC
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Franciscus Roofing
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Mr. Roof Cleveland
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Campo Roof
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Common questions
How long does a flat roof last
A well installed membrane gives twenty to thirty years. Standing water and foot traffic are what shorten it.
Can I walk on my flat roof
Some membranes take traffic and some do not. Ask before you put anything up there, including a satellite dish.
What is the difference between EPDM and TPO
EPDM is a black rubber sheet that is simple and proven. TPO is a white welded sheet that reflects heat, so it runs cooler in summer.