Best conditions for fitting EPDM rubber roofing?

Hi, does there have to be dry weather conditions for EPDM rubber roofing to be installed?

Asked by Charles on 19th May 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"Yeh you want a dry day. So the glue can stick and set"
Answered on 19th May 2022 - Member since May 2022 - report
"A dry not too hot day. That’s the best type of weather for most areas of roofing"
Answered on 12th Jul 2022 - Member since Jun 2022 - report
"Preferably yes
We specialise in EPDM rubber roofing also"
Answered on 19th May 2022 - Member since May 2022 - report
"Hi Charles

Ideally yes although if it was a little cold and damp this can be still carried out

A little dampness will the Matt adhesive will make it cure more quickly"
Answered on 19th May 2022 - Member since May 2022 - report
"Needs to be dry doesn’t matter about temperature aslong as the ply isn’t wet and the ply is laminated side up for glue to take"
Answered on 26th May 2022 - Member since Feb 2022 - report
"EPDM membranes require the substrate to be dry prior to installation so that the adhesive & primers can effectively bond the rubber to the roof deck. EPDM products will not adhere to wet or damp surfaces."
Answered on 30th Nov 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
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