Rubber Roof Installation Over Tar And Gravel Roof

This video explains the method of installation of a torch down rubber roof over tar and gravel.

Rubber roof installation over tar and gravel roof.

There are still some old tar and gravel roofs in existence. The video below demonstrates the process. We have been installing modified bitumen torch down rubber roofs over tar and gravel for over 30 years. Built up roofs or burs also called a tar and gravel roof is a well established and popular style of flat roof that is made up of alternating layers of roofing felt or fiberglass and asphalt that is applied with heat which combine to make a long lasting sturdy roofing system.

Existing old hot tar and gravel roofs. Rubber coat 57 roof tar. Installing a mb membrane system over tar and gravel roof a fiberglass base liner must first be installed over the stone and the two ply system on top of it. Instead of removing the old roofing system a new torch down rubber roof installation can be achieved over the existing with a considerable cost saving.

A two ply modified bitumen torch down roofing system is the only system that can be installed directly to any tar build up roof even if it has gravel embedded on the surface. Commercial rubber roof installation with a modified bitumen torch down roofing system direct over a gravel embedded roof. Installing a modified bitumen 2 ply torch down rubber membrane over an existing tar and gravel is the most cost effective way to replace a flat roof. If you are considering replacing an old tar and gravel roof make sure to consult a qualified roofing contractor to explore your best options.