I am taking a 25x25 roof over a garage that was done in decking then tile and leaked.
How to build a deck over a rubber roof.
A reliable roof membrane and details that minimize any damage to the.
I tore everything up replaced the wood that needed it and built up the base and covered everything in epdm.
This is often accomplished using epdm boots that fit over the openings.
Now this can be used on other areas other than just roofing.
Epdm is a rubber like sheet used for waterproofing surfaces.
A properly constructed epdm roof should last 40 or more years.
By paul wa i have an interesting problem.
It s best to build the wooden deck in removable sections for cleaning and maintenance of the rubber roof and repair of the membrane if ever needed.
And with this bison deck supports they ve designed this so that you don t have to penetrate the roofing system so we don t void the manufacturers warrantee on rubber roofs or any other type of whether it s torched on or other type roof systems.
Still leaf debris and organic matter that gets through the slats in the decking will build up on the rubber roof and hold moisture.
Here are tons of reasons to build a deck over a roof from creating a romantic outdoor break fast nook off a second floor master bedroom to providing a second floor porch on a city house.
Proper waterproofing for a roof deck involves installing an epdm membrane and flashing around deck supports and rail penetrations.
Building a floating deck on an epdm rubber roof surface.
The standing water eventually seeped through and rotted the frame.