Rv Rubber Roof Wrinkles

Wrinkles are very common on rubber roofs.

Rv rubber roof wrinkles.

I don t do too many inspections of rubber roofs around here. With time the wood flexes pops loose and you will see clear defined lines on your rv roof with a slight bubble in the rv roof. The rubber roofs on rvs and many commercial buildings are a good roof for the most. After you ve cleaned it apply the primer let it dry and then use the adhesive sealant to attach the patch to the roof.

Is this poor installation or is it pretty normal. Weight the patch until it s dry. Mainly the rubber is more prone to ripping on tree branches. Brand new building built in 2007.

See pic for example. The roof had several ripples in it. I do not recall any posts where replacing or adding to luan in your case material under the rubber roof was done as you are alluding to. It s critical to thoroughly clean the area you re patching so the adhesive will bond with the roof.

I had them on my previous rv 5th wheel without any problems for years. Thanks in advance for any help. However there are other posts where getting the roof repaired replaced s b done. If the membrane is intact you do not need an rv roof replacement in this situation.

Our fw tpo roof looks the same the wrinkles aren t a problem. Tim moss explains why you should be more concerned with the cause behind your wrinkly roof than just it s appearance. Typically the seams on the roofing material plywood or whatever are taped over prior to the rubber membrane being glued to the surface. I did an inspection of a condo in a big complex today.

Certain brands of rv roofs are plywood that is stapled down on the edges. I don t use any chemicals on our roof and prefer to power wash it yearly with just water at 1200 1800 psi. Expansion or contraction of the rubber and some small areas with adhesive issues do occur resulting in bubbles wrinkles at times. Use a roller to smooth the surface and remove any new air bubbles.