Drains, Scuppers and Gutters – the pro’s and cons
The pros and cons of Drains, Scuppers, and Gutters. Drain Basins are the best for any flat roof Cons Debris collects through the strainer… Read More
How to Determine the Type of Flat Roof Membrane to make roof repairs
Our Beginnings – Flat Roof Doctor
Our Beginnings… Family Owned Flat Roof Doctor is a family-owned and operated roofing business. For the last 30, ears we… Read More
Chimney’s – a common cause for Roof Leaks – videos
Chimneys have their functions but cause leaks on flat roofs This is a painted brick chimney and the paint has… Read More
Chimney Leaks – Finding and repairing chimney leaks – video
How to look for leaks on a chimney https://youtu.be/8wzhhKfC-sE This video explains why the chimney is leaking Watch this video… Read More
Skylight Leaks & Repairs on Flat Roofs – Watch Video
Rubber Gaskets on Skylights that Hardens and Crack https://youtu.be/qPB-OvLsF9w Rubber Gasket or seal that hardens and cracks causes a leak… Read More
Installing Torch Down Rubber over Tar and Gravel
Can a Rubber Roof be installed directly over a Hot Tara and gravel roof?The answer is "yes." By installing a… Read More
Why do Roofing Contractors Install EPDM Rubber-Watch Video
https://youtu.be/6PGP7pfxudg This video points out seams on an EPDM Rubber roof that is failing 5 Reasons Contractors Choose to Install… Read More
Pros and Cons of EPDM Rubber Roofs – Watch Video
Ultraviolet rays will harm an EPDM Roof https://youtu.be/QIijnwPjVMU Harmful Ultraviolet rays have damaged an EPDM Rubber Roof – watch video EPDM… Read More
EPDM Rubber on Commercial Roofs – Watch Video
What is EPDM? And “Why EPDM Rubber on Commercial Roofs?” https://youtu.be/YW5lob-tyaY This article and others on this website along with videos… Read More
TPO and PVC Roofing – Single Ply Commercial Roofing Systems
TPO – A Single Ply Vinyl Roofing Membrane TPO Roof seams are leaking Thermoplastic Polyolefin or TPO, is a single-ply vinyl roofing… Read More
EPDM Membrane Roof – Issues to avoid – Watch Video
EPDM Membrane Roof: Harmful UV Rays Cause Shrinkage – Watch Video https://youtu.be/TtFEoSwM4xc This video shows the effect of heat and… Read More
Torch Down Roofing for Commercial Rubber Roofs- Video
Torch Down Roofing with Modified Bitumen Torch Down Rubber Modified Bitumen (MB) Torch Down Roofing membranes were first developed in Europe… Read More
Five Commercial Roofs Explained
Video Explains about the Three Commercial Flat Roof Systems – TPO. EPDM and Modified Bitumen Torch Down https://youtu.be/82DRNY-H6Rs Explaining Three… Read More
When Should a Commercial Flat Roof be Repaired or Replaced? – Video
This video shows how to know when a roof is not repairable. https://youtu.be/ezeSw7bqo70 Replacing a Commercial Flat Roof The replacement… Read More
Flat Roof Drain Placements – Watch Video
The placement on a roof is very critical https://youtu.be/d3f5OrleQCg Replacing a drain on a flat roof Drains are an essential… Read More
Scuppers – A Flat Roof Drain System for Commercial Roofs – Watch video
What is a "Scupper"? Scuppers are drain openings, placed through walls, that drain heavy water and debris away from commercial flat roofs. https://youtu.be/j0EHU76njhU Installing… Read More
Gutters on Flat Roofs – Important Drainage Systems
Flat Roof Debris and Gutter Drainage Overhanging branches will lead to gutters filling with debris faster Tip: If there are… Read More
Drain Strainers or Leaf Filters on Commercial Roofs – Watch Video
Flat Roof Drains Strainers or Leaf Filter on Commercial Roofs https://youtu.be/m8U83pRVQSY The video above shows how a large metal strainer… Read More
Brownstone Flat Roof Leaks – Watch Video
Repairing leaks on Brownstone Building in Brooklyn and Manhattan https://youtu.be/of2fCW3GNS0 How to repair flashing on a chimney Brownstone flat roofs are separated… Read More
EPDM Roofing Deteriorates from Harmful UV Rays – Watch Video
EPDM Roofing Deterioration Stems from UV Exposure https://youtu.be/98mgHZz2vWQ This video shows how the EPDM Rubber is negatively effected by the… Read More
EPDM Rubber Roofs Issues – Fail Prematurely – Watch Video
EPDM Rubber Roofs Issues – Fail Prematurely Before 2014, all EPDM Rubber Roofs Issues stems from the breakdown of liquid adhesives used… Read More
EPDM & Modified Bitumen Torch Down Rubber Roofs – Which is the Best?
Comparison of an EPDM & Modified Bitumen Torch Down Rubber Roofs After 10 Years Below are images of EPDM rubber roofs… Read More
Flat Roofs – Features of Roofing Systems – Watch Videos
Single Ply and Two Ply Roofing Systems There are five types of single-ply roofing systems commonly used on flat roofs. They are EPDM, TPO, Modified… Read More
Chimney and Flat Roof Leaks – Brownstones of Brooklyn and NY – Video
Chimney and Flat Roof Leaks https://youtu.be/zQzDPWMQnTY This video explains the method we use to cover chimneys and protect them from… Read More
Flat Roof Drains: Location, Installation & Maintenance – Watch Video
Flat Roof Drains: Location, Installation & Maintenance https://youtu.be/UjplsNHj7JA Lowering a roof section to provide a positive flow towards the drain… Read More
Air Conditioner Curb Installation- Flat Roof – Watch Video
Air Conditioner Curb Installation https://youtu.be/OnQXvtwja7M Installing a A/C curb on a flat roof The Bow Tie Royale 6 Cinema Theater contracted Commercial Roof… Read More
EPDM Roofing Systems – Advantages & Disadvantages
EPDM Roofing – Rubber Membrane Patching EPDM Rubber Membranes is common EPDM rubber roofing materials come in different thicknesses. They are .045,… Read More
TPO Roofing: Advantages and Disadvantages for Commercial Flat Roofs
TPO Roofing for Commercial Roofs TPO Roof leaking at the seams A Thermoplastic Polyolefin, or a TPO roofing system, installed on commercial… Read More
Advantages of Two Ply Torch Down Rubber Roofing – Watch Video
What are the advantages of a two ply Torch Down Roof System? https://youtu.be/9dtAeN7seW8 Watch this video to see what the… Read More
Flat Roof Drain Strainers – Leaf Filters
Flat Roof Drain Strainers or leaf Filters Important functions https://youtu.be/DUqiEVW7jKg This video explains the principle of a drain basin If… Read More