How to Install Rubber Flat Roof Cheap DIY - Waterproofing seal roof leaks - Tips and Tricks

How To install a Cheap Rubber Flat Roof that will last over 30 years. This video is handy when you have a slightly slanted roof, garden shed, car garage, portico, front entrance, and pet house that needs a roof. My wife and I teach you how to install roll roofing in a few easy steps. Links to follow-up videos are below - This is for anyone, male or female, to learn.
With new products on the market for flat roofs, it has become easy for any handyman or homeowner to install a flat roof himself.
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1. Easy cheap, but a quality roof that lasts over 30 years
2. Anyone, young or old, can do it with no experience ( Best if 2 people do it)
3. Tools Under a $100 - Utility knife, trowel, measuring tape, and propane torch ($30)
4. Materials: Peel and Stick Cap Sheet + Base ( Liberty, Mule-Hide) Spray- Primer, Turbo Poly Seal + Fleece
5. Suppliers: ABC Building Supply, Beacon Building Supply, Home Depot(sometimes)
5. Temperature: above 40 degrees ( not critical)
FTC Affiliate Disclaimer - I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
Links to Suppliers:
A. Turbo Poly Seal and Fleece - Bergstrom Industries
B. 1. Liberty Peel And Stick - Home Depot
2. TRI-BUILT SA SBS Cap Sheet
3. Mule-Hide - ABC Supply
C. Torch
D. Utility Knife - Home Depot
Easy and cheap Install a Flat Roof with flashing on a door, railing post, wall, shingle roof, and bathroom vent. This detailed video shows everything there is to learn about installing your own flat roof.
Steps on how to install a Peel and Stick Rubber Roof:
The peel-and-stick method for installing a rubber roof involves using pre-adhesive backing on the rubber roofing material, eliminating the need to apply adhesive separately. Here are the general steps for installing a peel-and-stick rubber roof:
Clean the roof surface: Ensure that the roof surface is clean, dry, and free of debris. This will ensure that the rubber roof adhesive adheres appropriately.
Measure the roof: Measure the roof surface to determine the amount of peel-and-stick rubber roofing material you need. It's essential to order enough material to cover the entire roof surface, including any overhangs or edges.
Cut the rubber roofing material: Use a utility knife to cut the rubber roofing material to the appropriate size and shape for your roof. Be sure to leave an extra inch or two of material around the edges for trimming and final adjustments.
Remove the backing: Starting at one corner of the roof, peel off the backing from the rubber roofing material. Be sure to peel off only a tiny section of the backing at a time, and work in small sections to ensure the material is aligned correctly.
Lay the rubber roofing material: Carefully lay it onto the roof surface, ensuring it's centered and straight. Press firmly on the material to ensure it adheres to the roof surface.
Trim and adjust the edges: Use a utility knife to trim any excess material from the roof's edges. Be sure to leave a slight overhang of material around the edges, which you can trim later for a more precise fit.
Repeat for remaining sections: Continue working in small sections, peeling off the backing and laying the rubber roofing material until you've covered the entire roof surface.
Finish the edges: Once the entire roof is covered with rubber roofing material, trim any excess material from the edges and use a sealant to seal the edges and gaps around the roof penetrations, such as vents or chimneys.
With these steps, you can successfully install a peel-and-stick rubber roof. However, if you're not confident in your DIY skills or your roof is particularly complex, it may be best to hire a professional roofing contractor to handle the installation.
Chapters:
0:00 Flat Roof install Part 1
1:34 Requirement
1:56 Materials needed
3:48 Installing the Base
9:00 Disaster Struck
12:20 Installing a Drip edge
16:46 Installing the Cap Sheet
29:38 Securing Flashing on wall
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[@allenperera6158]

You guys are angels on earth. So kind hearted ...

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Thanks

[@XXXL_CPT]

Agree 👊🏾so much respect for this guy.

[@carloscortez9691]

You sir remind me of my dad. Doesn’t do things the conventional way, but gets the job done! Great video!

[@phoso1]

I wish I could hug you. You and your wife are amazing, amazing ppl. Thank you❤

[@dinahm7283]

Wow - really great video :) You have a really dedicated assistant too :)) I'm 74 and have to replace my leaky flat roof this summer [650sf+], so I am studying all your videos as much as possible ! Thank you for being such great teachers! -D

[@willlockhart6001]

Thank you very much Mr. Flat Roof Doctor. I have a 3' x 21' 2-ply peel and stick that needs to be re-done. No contractors are interested so I am having to learn from your videos.

[@asencyel]

this 2 part videos series alone summer up the whole roof insulation detailing in the same mock up! outstanding work !

[@davidvenegas3160]

Thank you guys! Huge fan of the channel! Thank you for spotting wisdoms to us young roofers

[@tonymartinez7423]

I’m not gonna lie the rain made this video even better I love how you show us what happens if you pay attention to the details thank you so much doctor!!!

[@danpeaslee6786]

It’s what I needed to know to do my flat roof. Thank you.

[@yohiengelsberg]

How pleasant and fun to see you again, a big hug❤

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

My wife and I were super busy and then we decided to build this mock-up roof to make videos. Thanks for your encouragement. Take Care

[@davidtreichelpppj5304]

I may give it a try ! But with knee pads ! Thanks for your inspiration

[@chnapz]

thank you ! watching this video after following your instructions in the previous videos. I finished my flat roof with my wife thanks to you both.

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Glad I could help!

[@taicronck9559]

Thank you for doing this, is very difficult as a woman to learn things, and you show this very well, thank you

[@99ryanlee]

This is incredibly educational, so generous of you to pass on your many years of experience to DIY owners. Thanks 🙏

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Welcome

[@lucasthurloff1518]

@@FlatRoofDoctorhack a lot a flat just cause you don’t know how to install EPDM don’t trash it very unprofessional to trash the most common commercial roofing product installed in the USA come to Wisconsin we’ll train ya apprentice Roof walker

[@kariesistansteckend2196]

Best KZbin Chanel on Earth 🙂 Thank you

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

thanks friend

[@thejacoblwise]

This is an amazing video. Thank you for doing this!

[@SierraHighCountry]

I’m a brand new, 1st time homeowner, and I need to repair a covered & windowed sunroom with aging room :) This is great info!

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

welcome. BTW, the Peel and Stick would be the best and easiest for that application

[@quantumtechcrypto7080]

Right from the start i could tell this was going to be one of those videos. Success in life is about your knowledge skills and abilities and this added to those. Thank you

[@fearthef-2250]

I'm about to do a flat roof on my patio. your videos are exactly what I'm looking for. many thanks for sharing.

[@markplease]

You guys are so great. I am not a roofer but sooo love your videos, absolutely enjoy them, your sons too. My favorite youtube channel

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@sirchristopher7684]

Your wife has great camera work. Thank you for all the great knowledge!

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Our pleasure!

[@user-dj1ep6vf1z]

That 's a lot of work & materials for teaching, much thanks 💯!!

[@coolhluke8089]

WOW. Perfect. Thank you

[@joeyyy771]

thank you BOTH for this great video ! amazing

[@coolhluke8089]

This is perfect you thought of everything. I was just starting to tap and ask you where did you get that torch and then TAA DAA

[@georgerios7491]

Love 😊the video now I can du my roof job well done thanks great team work take care ❤️😻🙏

[@miguelv.acosta6345]

thank you for the info on how to do my first. roof , kick ass videos A 10+

[@dlp5541]

You should always let cap sheet overhang 1/4 past drip edge because it will shrink

[@enigma8088]

Thank you very much!

[@alasdevictoria1568]

You are incredible!!!!!

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

thanks

[@robbelle3707]

True expert and excellent teacher,and lucky man scored with a great wife

[@heathermills4465]

This is so helpful- thank you! Should you cover up all of the Turbo poly seal with the silver stuff or does it matter?

[@fugazi225]

Thanks for info

[@Dafprinces1]

Gracias por compartir

[@asunciongaristaramirez8293]

Gracias

[@jank9601]

Thanks for sharing so much knowledge. They've helped and inspired me to tackle repairing my flat roof. I have a question. My old house has many layers of roofing. Where the roof meets the wall, the many layers of roof sheeting are built up so much that they come up the walls directly below the drip edge of the camelback coping. What is the best approach to lay new roll roofing over the existing? Do i remove the old roofing where it meets the wall under the coping so the new layer attaches to the wall well behind the coping edge or do i install the roll roofing up the wall and over the coping? Thanks.

[@mayugaderick]

had it not rain, would you still use torch for the BASE sheet? By the way, I love all your videos! lots of information for us non-roof pros. Thank you for what you do!

[@rogerl8488]

Thank you sooo much!!! So can I use this system over shingles? ME and buddy wants to start a business in my area doing this cause roofers here are soooooo high. Sooo many roofs has rubber roofs an tar an chip roof an this will work on both. We have a ABC roof company what brand base an the cover you recommend? Thank you !!!

[@Loretajean]

Can we buy the turbo poly seal from local stores other then direct from Bergstromm? I want to buy some but I want to see if I can find it locally. Thanks for the video's, I have a slight slop roof I need to redo, about 800sq.feet and I'm thinking about using the Liberty peel & stick and the cap sheet.

[@maximonatividad9653]

Wow u really have a gift fm God

[@faroukariff5970]

You are the best roofer adviser on the earth, you should be my best friend Sory I am in Peterborough UK. Last week I did my flat roof but still I didn't know who to do guetter "gab" and edges

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

do not understand the "guetter "gab" part. Text me privately 203 858 0080 and I mu=ight be able to help you. Send pics to that number

[@ericpierre2667]

Yes, I agree . You'll are beautiful people

[@user-xm1gt4jy8k]

Would you come to Winnipeg MB for few days. We need help with DIY flat roof. I would like to use touch down.

[@Dafprinces1]

Mujer trabajadora, no cualquiera carga eso, pero debe cuidarse.

[@TheBostonFern]

Isn't it better to install the rolls from the bottom of the roof first and then work your way up? This way rain will not flow into the sheet below. I also heard these self-adhesive roll roofing can peel. I've not seen any roll roofing has 30-year warranty.

[@AaronAaronsohn]

Flat Roof Doctor, can you use copper as a drip edge / flashing? Do you have any advice for places that receive snow?

[@xusiamez]

Where are you? It’s so green and so beautiful? Love your videos. Trying to learn from you 👍🏼

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Thanks. Pennsylvania USA. This is one of the best areas in the country to live. But 1/2 of the country looks like this, from the middle towards the east. I used to live in Connecticut, 7 hours away from here and it looked the same. This is really beautiful

[@akl5864]

I enjoy watching your videos on DIY Roofing series. I have a question. Can I use the Self adhesive Plybase and Self adhesive CAP on exsting Felt Flat Roof and Rubber Flat Roof or it is limited to existing Modified Bitumin Flat Roof.

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

I normally do not care what surface I am going over.

[@peterl8458]

What type/brand of cap sheets are you using sir?

[@spiderswebs11]

Can you put this on a roof that has the heated felt still on it? it is not leaking, but would like to give it a new covering.

[@Derpherppington]

i saw my neighbor roofer put down some kind of asphalt cement before cap sheets and its very liquidly because they use a roller to apply. is that common practice for florida area? btw u forgot to show transition from shingles to flat

[@zeekflash6924]

Where are u filming or located ? Thx for videos

[@el3men2alvarado.]

😂🤣🥰😝🤪😜 i don’t have words for describe you guys 😂

[@MJamMan]

I have a roof in CT that looks flat to the eye and is a black 10 ft seams wide material covered with a layer of pea sized rocks. It is completely drained after a rain in about 2 hours, and completely dry after 4-6 hours. What peel and stick product will work on this? Most contractors that have looked at the roof have no clue. I want to strip it down, replace any bad plywood than use a peel and stick application only, (no fumes allowed). Any advice from anyone is much appreciated. Thanks

[@peterl8458]

Another question; so no nails is needed just peel and stick?

[@robbelle3707]

I feel confident to do my low slope roof,what is the minimum slope for that product?

[@billwilliams4877]

Can you lay it on an existing bitumen roof?

[@sylvainpage258]

Hello I am the owner of a duplex I have a flat roof I would like to know if a liquid membrane work and last in cold climates I’m living in Montreal, Canada

[@wthomas5697]

This is great! I'm going to do my own roof. What's the minimum pitch on the roof? Why can't you make the roof totally flat? Can you do a torch down modified bitumen roof totally flat?

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Yes, Torch down on a completely flat roof. On the peel and stick, the seams are not as water tight as on a torch down, therefor if it is completely flat and water is pooling on the seams, it could leak

[@wthomas5697]

@@FlatRoofDoctor Oh, okay, thanks. I do want the roof to be as water tight as possible so I guess torch down is the way to go. I'm thinking of using some of that tapered insulation stuff to make the roof drain in the direction of the roof drains I plan to install. I'm seeing those things aren't cheap. Three hundred bucks a pop for cast iron. I guess inflation really is getting out of hand.

[@marylousoares1929]

Thank you for showing this movie, but do you do outsiders, I live in Rhode Island, and I need a flat roof, mine is of gravel and I have a leak, my husband has copd he can't do it any suggestions?

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Yes we do

[@uy-scutipacific6398]

I looked for this stuff everywhere online and at the roofing stores they nowhere to be found 😒

[@carlosportilla7634]

No harness for safety? 👀 god bless you guys🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@zachary.hunter]

What method / materials do you recommend for a completely flat roof (no slope)?

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

Torch Down

[@henrysanchez6637]

Where you can buy this membrane

[@inagaddadavida7023]

Do you have to have a contractor's license to purchase from ABC or Beacon?

[@808drummerpercussionist9]

Mistake is good for us, education

[@larrycrookshanks1646]

The lower edge of roof material at gutter board is supposed to be 3"-4" over and down to cover the gutter board. Better start reading the manual.

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

yes Sir, I will do so Sir. you welcome

[@michaelcollins5308]

what is better SBS or APP cap sheet

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

I prefer APP but I hear that SBS has come a long way and is just as good

[@cplusroofing-roofingreplac3568]

Hi Doctor I am from Canada. If you not mind I would like to come visit you in this winter time. Is my pleasure to meet you in person. Hopefully I can learn some techniques from you. I can pay for the tuition. Let me know Thanks you

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

sure anytime If you are self employed, then there is a lot I can teach you in few days. Not just roofing, but marketing, invoicing, website building and video making, no charge

[@user-gq5ip8yv7r]

are you available for consultation? If so how can I reach you.

[@iGstoryID]

How many mm for plywood u use for that? 12/18mm ?

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

1/2" Plywood

[@seemeknowmore]

Where do you get the Karnak 66?

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

abc /beacon building products

[@dthorne4602]

Such a nice guy. But I lost count of everything done wrong in this vid. I would look elsewhere for flat roof tutorials. Good luck everybody.

[@eastside0434]

None of this material is for torchdown,it is self adhering, when you overlapped the seam 12" you should have heated the top of the overlap sheet and hit it it with the trowel to embed the granules into the hot membrane and it would bond much better,but that product is not really for using a torch so one must be careful with it.

[@caramelcrush69]

Do y’all have family or know anyone in South Texas who would fix my roof??

[@migueldefreitas1367]

So you say it will last for 30 years. How many years do you guarantee it for as the best manufacturer guarantee is 15 years and installed their was not your way? Just asking for a friend.

[@asunciongaristaramirez8293]

Se ve deliciosa la pizza y como se está

[@MMAGUY13]

What about the 4 x 4 post didn’t show how to do that

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

there are 3 videos. I think that is in Part 3 video

[@MMAGUY13]

@@FlatRoofDoctor Hello your son help me. He instructed me on a flat roof I had to do for my son I love you guys thank you you are really helping the public

[@russellguethle5951]

Maybe you a hake but get the job done everything i watch look good to be i think you need a small drop cloth or small pic of cardboard Maybe cut the box up bring it on the roof good 👍 job put your dirt tools on it

[@don19655]

Is your Wife Italian ?. Don, CA. 4-14-2024.

[@evelynperez7576]

I don't know.

[@tydanh4163]

This dude still won’t stagger the seams lol

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

To small to stagger seams on this tiny little roof

[@migueldefreitas1367]

Say that to and inspector see what he tells you or the product manufacturer. Unless there are no standards for torching or peel and stick in the USA. I'll teach you something right now please heat your trowel before passing it on the cap that's the number one reason you always make a mess and you job looks like shit. People give you money to have a new roof and it should look good to not like the way you leave it looking. It looks like it was installed 25 years ago.

[@migueldefreitas1367]

You can't make mistakes but you haven't done anything right. You don't need asphalt primer anything that has baked in paint is the same as being primered and asphalt primer if you were doing touch down witch your not this is peel and stick. You need elastico stick primer or blue skin primer not just on the metal but on the whole roof. First on all the plywood and again on the base sheet before putting down the cap sheet. And you have to stager you base from you cap not just 3 inch overlap. You need half the roll you're first peace of base should have been an 18 inch peace then the rest would be full sheets. The lap of the base should be in the center of your cap sheet. The base should have been cut an inch and a half back from the metal and the cap flush with the metal. Good thing you have been doing this for over 30 years gives me lots of work to redo all those rookie mistakes.

[@stephenwong6991]

❤👍👍👍👏👏👏💪💪💪🙏🙏

[@oscardefreitas1127]

Did you notice how he told you guys everything he did wrong and you still say he great first the plywood needs glue and the base sheet would never come up or water go under it base always needs glue on the opposite side or it's like maskin tape it sticks and it piles off as a 36 year roofer I wouldn't let this guy do my pigpen

[@TURTLEORIGINAL]

Too many things wrong to mention….38 years in true commercial roofing: Hot Tar BUR. TPO. PVC. EPDM (Rubber) Torch Down. Many styles of Metal roofing.

[@gypsybellefleur]

Yes yes yes Lowe's IS A WASTE OF TIME

[@FlatRoofDoctor]

agree

[@mirza3709952]

First tell me what material and where to buy, until then all is meaningless.

[@mrobvious1100]

I would rather do a roof then cook.... get the heck out of here

[@ryanreeder5897]

First sign that he isnt an experienced roofer... he is his age and still up there all chipper saying how easy it is.. 2nd sign, he doesnt make odd noises when moving around.. please sir, advertise for fabric softener or something but do not dimean the work of us who actually live the life..

[@kopynd1]

absolutely clueless no wonder roofing gets a bad name,

[@piotrskiba2323]

catastrophe, that's not how roofs should be done

[@williamshekwong2337]

[@pavastipich9444]

I really enjoyed watching your videos!!! Please tell me where I can get a ladder lift because I check Amazon and couple others stores, couldn’t find. Thank you so much! Happy 2024.

[@rafaelmedina7473]

hi Flat Roof Doctor, what is the name of store you use to order material ?? I need to order material to cover up flat roof total of 3,000 sq. ft. following your instructions from video, need the karnak for concrete edge, the 66 mode bit the 32 grade drooped edge metal 3x3 in. need the turbo poly seal for flashing the fleece, the base rolls and the top surface rolls , and if you think that I need more things for my project let me know , I am willing to follow your instructions and I promise I would not fail, I have trouble with this leaking of my roof since 2005 and I think I can do it according to your Videos, Thanks so Much in Advance