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Freshly installed black EPDM rubber membrane roof on a low-slope home addition

Rubber Roofing in Pittsburgh, PA

EPDM rubber roofing systems for flat and low-slope roofs — full installation, replacement, and repair.

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Ireland Contracting installs EPDM rubber roofing systems on flat and low-slope roofs across the Pittsburgh area — home additions, porches, garages, dormers, and any roof section where the pitch is too low for shingles. We install complete Mule-Hide and Versico VersiGard EPDM membrane systems, and we also repair and replace existing rubber roofs.

EPDM is a synthetic rubber roofing membrane with more than 50 years of proven, watertight performance on low-slope roofs. Unlike a shingle roof made of thousands of individual pieces, EPDM covers the roof in large continuous sheets, engineered to resist UV, ozone, hail, moisture, and extreme temperature swings — and to stay flexible through freezing winters as the building naturally expands and contracts.

Asphalt shingles are designed to shed water down a sloped roof. When the pitch is too low, water lingers and can work underneath the shingles — which is why we evaluate the roof pitch and application first instead of installing shingles everywhere. On a flat or low-slope section, a properly designed membrane system is the right tool for the job.

A quality rubber roof is more than the membrane. We install EPDM as a complete system, with careful attention to the roof deck, insulation where applicable, membrane attachment, seams, flashing, penetrations, edges, transitions, and drainage — the places where low-slope roofs actually fail.

Why EPDM fits Western Pennsylvania roofs

Pittsburgh weather swings from summer thunderstorms to weeks below freezing, and low-slope roofs bear the brunt of it: standing snow load, ponding meltwater, and freeze-thaw cycling. EPDM is identified by its manufacturers as an ideal material for northern climates because it stays flexible in cold temperatures instead of becoming brittle, and its continuous sheets leave far fewer places for water to get in.

The region's housing stock makes low-slope sections common — flat-roofed additions and garages, back porches on older city homes, and dormers with minimal pitch. Many were shingled anyway at some point, and those are the roofs that leak. Replacing them with a purpose-built membrane system solves the problem for good.

What's included

  • Free evaluation of your roof's pitch, decking, drainage, and condition
  • Full EPDM installation, plus repair and replacement of existing rubber roofs
  • Mule-Hide and Versico VersiGard membrane systems
  • Standard and reinforced membranes in multiple thicknesses
  • Complete-system detailing: seams, flashing, penetrations, edges, and drainage
  • Licensed and insured under PA #026195, family-owned since 1994

Options we offer

  • Mule-Hide EPDM roofing systems
  • Versico VersiGard EPDM roofing systems
  • Existing rubber roof replacement
  • Rubber roof repair

Rubber Roofing products we install

We install premium, manufacturer-backed product lines — here are the brands we trust.

  • Roll of black Mule-Hide EPDM rubber roofing membrane on a flat roof

    Mule-Hide EPDM Roofing Systems

    A durable, flexible synthetic rubber membrane engineered to protect low-slope roofs through Western Pennsylvania's changing seasons.

    • Resists UV radiation, ozone, moisture, and extreme temperatures
    • Stays flexible in cold weather to accommodate building movement
    • Excellent hail and impact resistance
    • Standard and reinforced membranes in multiple thicknesses
  • Installed black Versico VersiGard EPDM membrane detail on a residential flat roof

    Versico VersiGard® EPDM

    A proven EPDM membrane with more than 50 years of black-EPDM track record — identified by Versico as ideal for northern climates like ours.

    • Outstanding resistance to weathering, UV, ozone, and hail
    • Elasticity that handles seasonal expansion and contraction
    • Large continuous sheets — far fewer seams than shingles
    • Multiple configurations to fit the structure's requirements

Our rubber roofing process

  1. 1 Roof evaluation. We assess the pitch, existing materials, decking, drainage, and penetrations to confirm EPDM is the right system for the application.
  2. 2 System design & estimate. We spec the membrane, attachment method, insulation where applicable, and edge details, then give you a written, itemized estimate.
  3. 3 Tear-off & deck prep. We remove the old roofing, inspect the deck, and replace any compromised decking before the new system goes down.
  4. 4 Membrane installation. We install the EPDM membrane with careful attention to seams, flashing, penetrations, edges, and transitions — where low-slope roofs are most likely to fail.
  5. 5 Final inspection & cleanup. We verify the details, confirm proper drainage, and leave the site clean.

Rubber Roofing across Western PA

We provide rubber roofing throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area and Western Pennsylvania, including:

Rubber Roofing FAQs

How much does a rubber roof cost in Pittsburgh?

The cost depends on the roof's size, what has to be torn off, whether insulation is part of the system, and how many edges and penetrations need to be detailed. We provide a free, itemized estimate for your specific roof.

What is EPDM rubber roofing?

EPDM is a high-performance synthetic rubber membrane installed in large continuous sheets on flat and low-slope roofs. It has been used successfully for more than 50 years and is known for flexibility, durability, and resistance to UV, ozone, hail, and temperature extremes.

Why can't I just put shingles on a flat roof?

Asphalt shingles shed water as it runs down a sloped roof. On a low pitch, water moves too slowly and can work underneath the shingles, which leads to leaks. A membrane system creates a continuous waterproof surface designed specifically for low-slope applications.

Which parts of a home get a rubber roof?

Common residential applications include flat roofs, low-slope additions, porch and patio roofs, garage roofs, dormers with minimal pitch, and low-slope sections connecting different areas of a home.

Can you repair or replace my existing rubber roof?

Yes. We repair existing rubber roofs and do full replacements of aging EPDM. We'll evaluate the membrane, seams, and flashing and give you an honest recommendation on repair versus replacement.

How does an EPDM roof hold up to hail and cold?

EPDM's flexibility and strength give it excellent resistance to hail and impact damage, and it remains flexible even in freezing temperatures — one of the reasons its manufacturers recommend it for northern climates like ours.

Trusted by Pittsburgh Homeowners

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  • “I have had Ireland Contracting at my home several times, which should tell you how I feel about their work. Incredibly efficient and professional, ON TIME every time, and the workmanship is unmatched! I would recommend Ireland Contracting to everyone. Thanks for the excellent work!”
    — Bob P.
  • “We recently had Ireland Contracting replace our roofs: house, separate garage, and even a small shed. Everyone from start to finish was very pleasant to work with. The crew was polite and very efficient, and cleanup afterward was excellent. We were surprised they completed all the work in only 2 full days. We'd highly recommend Ireland Contracting for your roof replacement.”
    — David B.
  • “Ireland Contracting was great to deal with. Last spring they did my roof and this spring my soffit and fascia. Adam, Bob, Rudy, and the crew did a fantastic job on the gutters, soffit, and fascia. I would highly recommend Ireland Contracting for any job.”
    — John G.

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