FLAT ROOFING EXPERTS
A flat roof is a roof which is almost level in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs.
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FLAT ROOFING
A flat roof is a roof which is almost level in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs. The slope of a roof is properly known as its pitch and flat roofs have up to approximately 10°.
Flat roofs are an ancient form mostly used in arid climates and allow the roof space to be used as a living space or a living roof. Flat roofs, or “low-slope” roofs, are also commonly found on commercial buildings throughout the world. The National Roofing Contractors Association defines a low-slope roof as having a slope of 3 in 12 (1:4) or less.
WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FLAT ROOFING?
There are many different types of flat roof coverings, these are the top 3 that we would recommend – mineral torch-on felt, GRP Fibreglass and EPDM single-ply membrane (Elastometric membranes).
Torch-on felt is a process that was developed in order to reduce the need to pour and roll hot bitumen.
Built up felt roofing consists of two to three layers of bitumen sheet that have been bonded together using either hot bitumen or adhesive. With an average life expectancy of 15 to 30 years, flat felt roofing is economical but has a tendency to crack as it ages and the temperature changes.
Lightweight, strong and durable, GRP roofing systems can take foot traffic and accommodate any movement that naturally occurs in buildings. They come in a variety of colours and accessories, including trims, outlets, cappings and tilt fillets.
EPDM is a single-ply membrane with synthetic rubber compound that allows it to be flexible. It is lightweight and is resistant to all weather conditions.