RV Roof Materials Explained! Does it really matter? FIND OUT!

[@Bunkysworkshop]

So my question would be if you had to make a decision on one of these roofs what one would you pick?

[@nvstyle5559]

Coming from a commercial roofer of 25 years. EPDM is old tech. It also requires a chemical weld at all seams TPO & PVC are similar. Both use heat welds at all seams. TPO is stiffer and less flexible than PVC. PVC is easier to install and detail around penetrations. PVC is typically a few cents more than TPO per foot. They are both easy to maintain. One of the reasons I chose my evening is because of the PVC roof. Hope this helps some of you out.

[@raypabs5374]

There is a product on Amazon called Class A Customs Superflex rubber roof. I asked a question on that site and someone said that it is pvc. Would you happen to know about this product? I am planning on replacing the beat up EPDM roof on my 2007 Keystone toy hauler fifth wheel with this superior new pvc product.

[@franklogan494]

Thank you Gabe for the information!!

[@franklogan494]

Hi Gabe, second question, years ago I heard a roofer say use Torch On, they use it for flat roofs and corners, what do you think?

[@nvstyle5559]

@@franklogan494 Torch down is a super bad idea for an rv. It uses an open flame form a propane weed burner to be applied.

[@nvstyle5559]

@@raypabs5374 Hey Ray. I have not herd of this brand before. It is most likely made by another manufacture and private labeled for Superflex

[@tonyhernandez2628]

Pvc, tpo and epdm ... pvc being the better quality tpo second and lastly epdm....been roofing for about 14yrs now worked on these materials ever since👍🏼

[@kckettridge]

Thank you for explaining the different styles of roofs. The warranties on these roofs are pretty much useless unless you follow their maintenance guidelines to the letter and can prove you did the maintenance. A friend fought with Heartland a couple of years back over an issue and actually had the problem addressed by his dealer but the manufacturer still denied paying for the repair. I sealed all the joints (front and rear caps and all protrusions) with Gaco's seam tape then used their liquid tap over the seam tape. Once all that was completed, I applied 3 coats of Gaco RV Roof Coating (silicone-based) to all areas of the roof and seams. I am reasonably satisfied I have a water-tight roof and have noticed a reduction in heat build-up in the trailer when sitting in the sun.

[@tom_olofsson]

Thanks for the overview. This has been top-of-mind for me.

[@mikez484]

How do you determine what type of roof you have? Just bought a 2010 Excel Peterson Limited. The roof visual looks dirty but not damaged. I was thinking of coating it but don’t want to use the wrong product. I’m looking at Tropicool silicone or liquid Rubber. I have seen videos of people using something that does not bond well with the roof membrane and what a mess. Just want to get it right the first time.

[@jlind00]

Hope the conf call with the roof manufacturer is shared in youtube to educate RV buyers on what to ask and what to look for to meet specific market segments / user needs. Thanks for useful info!

[@Gunfighter25.5]

This is the type of videos I like. Thank you.

[@stevenlindsey3145]

With you being as knowledged as you are about campers I would love to pick your brain on the quality of the Sandpiper line.

[@klouism1]

Thanks for the video. I appreciate learning more about the roof types. I have a TPO roof on my slide in truck camper. So far is performed well it's a 2018 model.

[@BIGResultsFast]

Thank You For Explaining These Roof Options - It Was Well Worth My Time To Watch and Learn.

[@danemmerich6775]

Is best practice to glue the wood and the TPO material? Then lay when it becomes tacky.

[@editheden1739]

Thank you for addressing the roof issues. Looking forward to the possible conference call.

[@kenrodz3858]

My Braxton Creek has a metal roof, I'm wondering if they still making them that way? Thank you for sharing..

[@garyhawthorn9164]

It is about time you talk about the roofs... if you mentioned the roof material on every unit maybe they would step up their game and make more fiberglass roofs like in the Winnebago I bought.

[@The_Opinion_of_Matt]

I've heard of people Line-X coating their roof when it is time to replace it. I don't know much else about it, except that the quality of the final product can vary greatly depending on who did the work.

[@garylawson5230]

Do you have any videos on the different types of slide out mechanism and how to maintain them I am not a big fan of the cable set up from what I have read I wish the cable could be changed out to hydraulic

[@BTBRVReviews]

Switching from a cable system to a hydraulic system isn't practical, because the cable system uses the sidewall for support. Typical hydraulic, rack and pinion, or through frame systems use the frame of the RV.

[@johnleslie9493]

Did I miss the part where you talked in detail about fiberglass? I see this on higher end units and wonder about its advantages/disadvantages.

[@CecilDale]

Even with a fiberglass RV roof, you still have to caulk all the roof penetrations on a regular basis. Definitely NOT maintenance free.

[@billcleland1709]

Got more info on fiberglass roofs? That what I have on my Winnebago

[@garylawson5230]

Do you have a video on the different types of slide outs

[@rogerlashombe5931]

Why not use Line-x, Rhino liner or some other product like that. Would that not put a semi permanent seal on the roof?

[@CecilDale]

I believe that Peterson Industries (they manufactured the Excel fifth wheels) once offered a rhino liner type roof from the factory as an option. They quite because of all the all the leaking roof complaints they got.

[@stephenkeyser75]

I have a alluminum roof on my Motorhome, what kind of coating should I use on that.

[@LMCFXR91]

What are your thoughts about RV Armor? A material that will stretch ten times it’s dimension. A material that goes on top of the caulking. A material with a lifetime 100% transferable guarantee not to ever leak.

[@carlrasmussen3267]

should a car wax or car sealant be applied to the roof to help with maintenance?

[@raypabs5374]

I want to replace the beat up EPDM roof liner on my 2007 Keystone toy hauler fifth wheel, aside from fiberglass, which is more durable, TPO or PVC? This video got me even more confused because I was under the impression that EPDM was best.

[@DF-et4gs]

There are options on the market for repairing your roof other than replacing it if it's structurally sound. One of the better products seems to be Dicor rubber roof coating system. Best of luck with it!

[@The_Opinion_of_Matt]

I've heard of an option to Line-X the roof too. The quality of it is dependent on who does the work. I don't know anything more than that so do your research.

[@frostriver4547]

RV ARMOR

[@LMCFXR91]

We have RV Armor on our 2016 Imagine 2950 RL.

[@jtoyo007]

Ray they are both durable roofs if you get a good thick mil like 45 mil to start. If your existing roof isn’t to far gone you could coat it with a silicone roof coating from Gaco and seal it and be good for another 10 years with yearly maintenance.

[@mtrcitykid2836]

Do all rv’s with slides use that black plastic to cover the bottom of the slides? I’ve had two rv’s and both of them had this, do the higher end rv’s do anything different? I have replaced a lot of corners on slides because of this situation very poor for the money you have to pay, thanks for videos very informative love them

[@JoseMedina-fu5yc]

sorry I don't think you mentioned how fiberglass compare on longevity and maintenance to the other products 🤔

[@ryanthebodygunz2]

@@JoseMedina-fu5yc yes he some how skipped that entire section. I found it strange as well

[@CrazyMrTim]

A certain travel trailer company that makes their trailers entirely out of aluminum (not hard to figure out who) doesn't even make full walk on roofs, and many cost more than a very nicely equipped fifth wheel

[@bon2198]

They are about 90% walk on With the exception of the end caps.

[@MikeC19100]

Our 2020 Riverstone Legacy has the newer “Dicor DiFlex II” roof topper, but I’m not sure where that fits in this roof material overview. I found this interesting and informative and didn’t realize there were that many types of roof membranes on the market. I’m guessing that the DiFlex II is newer technology, but don’t really know for sure either way. Regardless, another nice video.

[@chesterreese2771]

Dicor DiFlex ll is a TPO product.

[@Mike-01234]

I was looking at an RV in another state online asked the sales person to take some pictures of the roof, or do a facetime video so I could look around he refused said it was against their policy to go on the roof. I think they were hiding something I passed on that one.

[@jayf2487]

how can you tell what kind of roof you have?

[@exploringthervlife9759]

I have a fiberglass roof (Winnebago product). Are these good roofs?

[@garyhawthorn9164]

The best. A Monaco has a fiberglass roof.

[@BTBRVReviews]

Well, it's depends on what type of fiberglass. On travel trailers and small fifth wheels it's likely a sidewall Gelcoat vs a higher end unit with a hand laid or sprayed fiberglass using resin. There are many brands that use Gelcoat for the roof material in their lower end units.

[@bmusic0980]

I understand this doesn’t apply to full-timers but it’s crucial for a camper to be under some type of shelter when not in use. My camper is 3 years old and looks new because of it. We camp once a month.

[@Iwillnotbepushed]

As a plumber I have to side with PVC. Why? Think of your plumbing vents on the roof of your home. They never chalk or crack and remain strong even after 35 years. PVC HAS excellent UV tolerance and does not even yellow in the sun. There’s another way also but I am still developing it. When fully developed it should be a lifetime roof. Our RV’s deserve that. Especially for the cost.

[@coystormo5604]

My old motorhome has a aluminum roof

[@jwoldmanbf3]

My 95 travel trailer has aluminum roof too. Perfer that

[@coystormo5604]

OrangePotato Yah, I got a 89 Winnebago Cheiften

[@bsjcook]

Coming from my older 5er with an EPDM roof, I thought that TPO on our 2018 5er stood for: "Toilet Paper Overhead", but it is easy to clean and maintain and has to be lighter weight. Thanks for your informative videos!

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[@michaelriddle716]

Anyone know the snow load?

[@machfive916]

Great subject and some great comments.

[@fordracer1415]

What about frp

[@DeadTalkLive]

Very interesting clip ♥! As a current KZbinr, I am always looking for new ideas! Good Job!

[@billdennis2993]

The most important part is the thickness of the roof membrane and in stallation which you failed to mention as most rv roofs are paper thin to keep weight and material cost down which results in seperation from fixed openings and tears and puntures from loosening deck fasteners (staples) tree limbs or foreign objects tracked on to roof membrane,. Compare single ply roofing systems for comercial and industrial applications where useful life is up to 30yrs and not 10-15 yr prorated RV roofs that are poorly installed. The biggest threat to an rv is water damage and the manufacturers put the minimum resources into it IMHO. Your just promoting their products.

[@samantharogers9147]

Thanks for the info!

[@derekwhite9932]

Cool video of you being after a tornado

[@craighunter7705]

Thanks for the info.

[@esmoglo]

Newell aluminum, Marathon coach aluminum, Airstream towable RV’s aluminum missed aluminum, I hate the RV rubber roofs they just don't last they fail far too often.

[@runitsacow]

Wow this is very interesting

[@brucebjornson9135]

Thank you 🙏

[@mmarcioffernandes]

Good info. thanks👏🏼

[@kenp9469]

Very helpful, thanks

[@boldibbb]

If u do a video about roofs.....show a roof

[@johnminichielli8957]

You missed the best roofs, metal roofs.

[@jasonginsbach9908]

As a RV Roof installer, I can say the info here is pretty accurate. All of these roofs are decent and durable. But with their strengths, they also have their drawbacks. Runner is very durable but can dry out over time. They adhere well (with older glues, but that’s a different conversation). The PVC roofs are sensitive to chemicals and react. Most of the issues I’m seeing with blowing up roofs is caused by the reaction of the vinyl and the butyl and sealant. Also the sealant is good for about a year honestly. Each year it should be carefully removed and new applied.

[@philipdishongh5074]

Jason, Can you further explain a couple of things? What chemicals are PVC roofs sensitive too? And, which sealants are only good for about a year? Which areas of the roof are you referring to?

[@BurtBowers]

No use to ask something this guy doesnt respond back to peoples comments..

[@thisismagacountry1318]

It only matters when the tornado hits.

[@montage1555]

Didn't talk much about fiberglass

[@preppintastic2668]

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[@alldecentnamestaken]

TPO is absolute trash. I work for a company that owns a lot of commercial properties. It's just not a durable material. We have properties with TPO, EPDM, PVC, Mod Bit, Tar and Gravel, etc. TPO has the most problems by far and that's across a pretty large sample size. It's just not durable.

[@BTBRVReviews]

Not the same material. Even PCV in commercial applications is different. PVC tends to be thinner than TPO on buildings where as PVC is a few mils thicker on RVs.

[@fricknfishn5153]

I guess showing the actual roofing material was just too much to ask. NICE RV LOT!!! What a waist of my time! NEXT...

[@jasonschweikert4478]

How about you show some pictures?!?!? Examples?

[@superiorcomfortheatingairl3373]

15 years from now with proper maintenance if the product holds up then it is good product, if not then it is a bad product. Time will tell

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[@davesuddreth3749]

Wow and this relates to roofs how?

[@opie2141]

God protects us from leaks Duhhh

[@GlowingFernSlowedAndReverb]

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[@ShepherdsChapelonYT]

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[@davidmcconnell8690]

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[@brainwashed7244]

useless information

[@samantharogers9147]

Thanks for the info!