Installation Of Modified Bitumen Roofing

These steps show a torch down method which looks a bit scary but actually is not too difficult.

Installation of modified bitumen roofing.

Demonstrating how torch applied modified bitumen felt membranes are installed along with high performance insulation to create a warm roof construction. A modified bitumen roof mbr also known simply as a bitumen roof is a type of built up roofing system that s designed for installation on a flat or low slope roof. As an experienced licensed home improvement contractor i know first hand what it should cost for various levels from basic better and of course the best. Modified bitumen roofing may have a granular surface as shown here or it may be smooth.

There are different primers available for sealing the concrete roofs. Modified bitumen is composed of layers of bitumen that have been blended with synthetic rubberized polymers. After attaching the felt to the roof use a primer to prepare the roofing. Make sure the roofing is flat and free from creases and bubbles.

Using a weighted roller roll over the entire surface of your roof paying particular attention to the overlap. In residential construction the base sheet is usually attached with roofing nails driven through metal caps. If you install the smooth product cover it with aluminum coating. Installation methods for modified bitumen roofs a torch applied or torchdown roof starts with a nonflammable base sheet made of asphalt saturated felt or fiberglass that is mechanically attached to the roofing deck.

How to install peel and stick modified bitumen roofing remove the adhesive film and carefully roll the roofing back into place. Smooth the material out before permanently.