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Yes. Remove any dust or debris from the surface of the flat roof before installing EPDM membrane. Clean any grease or oil spots with a suitable cleaning solution or use a steam cleaner. Allow to dry. A clean, dry roof deck can ensure full adhesion of the membrane.
Rob the Roofer
Should the Roof Surface be Cleaned Before Installing EPDM?
Find out what Rob the Roofer has to say about preparing the surface of a flat roof prior to adhesion of the EPDM membrane…
Video transcript
Yes, it should.
As part of your final preparation work, you should go over the total flat roof area, removing any dust, debris. Whether it may be dust from grinding out a cement joint or maybe some sawdust from cutting a timber board, all dust and debris should be fully removed from the flat roof area.
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