Spray foam installed over EPDM at Parma Justice Center

Parma Police Station & Justice Center – Spray Foam Roofing over EPDM

Greg PalyaProject Profiles

Intro

In 2024, West Roofing Systems completed a full roof restoration at the Parma Police Station & Justice Center in Parma, Ohio. We replaced the existing EPDM roofing system with high-performance spray foam and coatings, delivering a durable and energy-efficient roof that comes with a 20-year renewable, non-prorated warranty.

Parma Police Station roof before EPDM removal

Project Challenges

  • The existing EPDM membrane had aged and was failing
  • Wet insulation beneath the membrane was compromising thermal performance
  • Gravel ballast and weather exposure caused surface wear and degradation
  • Roof penetrations and lighting protection systems needed secure reinstatement

Our Solution

  • Removed existing EPDM membrane and gravel ballast
  • Removed and replaced any wet insulation found under the roof deck
  • Installed ½-inch fiberboard over the insulation for a level substrate
  • Removed old lightning rod protection (for reinstatement)
  • Applied 1.5-inch spray polyurethane foam uniformly across the roof surface
  • Applied 15 mils of basecoat followed by 15 mils of topcoat silicone coating
  • Embedded granules into the topcoat for UV protection and improved durability
  • Installed walkways around roof penetrations to provide safe access
  • Reinstalled the lightning rod protection system after roofing is complete

Warranty Coverage

  • Roof System: 20-Year Full System Warranty – Non-Prorated (NPR), No-Dollar-Limit (NDL), Renewable
Finished coating with embedded granules at Parma Police Station roof

Project Results

  • A restored roof with upgraded thermal performance and waterproofing
  • Uniform protective coating system over a sound substrate
  • Longevity increased significantly over the old EPDM roof
  • Reduced future maintenance, fewer leaks, and improved building envelope protection

Want to learn more and see more before/after photos:

📄 View the Parma Police Station & Justice Center Case Study (PDF)

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About the Author

Greg Palya

Greg Palya is the Digital Content Manager of West Roofing Systems, Inc. He has a B.S. in Marketing from the University of Akron and an MBA in Marketing from Walsh University. When he's not trying to teach others about spray foam roofing and silicone roof coatings, you can find him on the basketball court or golf course.