Flat Roofs Options

Flat Roofs Options

Flat Roofs Options

Flat roofs are increasingly becoming popular as they are cheaper to install than a pitched roof and complement the long lines of a natural landscape. However, flat roofing is not flat. It contains a slope of approximately 1/8 inch for drainage.

Popular roofs

The most popular types of roofs include

Built-Up Roof (BUR)

A built-up roof (BUR) is a layered roofing system that alternates plies of roofing felt, waterproof materials (usually fiberglass), and hot tar (bitumen). These roofs are re-resistant and inexpensive. A new BUR roof can last up to 30 years.

Built-Up Roof (BUR)

A built-up roof (BUR) is a layered roofing system that alternates plies of roofing felt, waterproof materials (usually fiberglass), and hot tar (bitumen). These roofs are re-resistant and inexpensive. A new BUR roof can last up to 30 years.

Single-Ply Roof

Unlike a built-up roof, single-ply roofing uses a single material layer. Lasting up to 30 years, single-ply roofs can be made From a variety of materials. Among the most common are EPDM (a type of rubber), PVC (a form of plastic), and TPO (rubber reinforced for extra protection from the elements). Modified bitumen is often used as a wear surface in rubber for roof construction.

Single-Ply Roof

Unlike a built-up roof, single-ply roofing uses a single material layer. Lasting up to 30 years, single-ply roofs can be made From a variety of materials. Among the most common are EPDM (a type of rubber), PVC (a form of plastic), and TPO (rubber reinforced for extra protection from the elements). Modified bitumen is often used as a wear surface in rubber for roof construction.

Asphalt Roll

The oldest roofing type and one of the most inexpensive, asphalt roll roofing is essentially a layer of asphalt shingles. Made from layers of asphalt or fiberglass felts, it can be expected to last around ten years. Are you considering replacing your roof? Let our team of experts help you decide what type of at roofing solution is best for your building and your budget.

Creative Solutions

The oldest roofing type and one of the most inexpensive, asphalt roll roofing is essentially a layer of asphalt shingles. Made from layers of asphalt or fiberglass felts, it can be expected to last around ten years. Are you considering replacing your roof? Let our team of experts help you decide what type of at roofing solution is best for your building and your budget.
Preventive Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance

Debris Cleaned & Sealed on:  

Roof Drains

Roof Gutters

Pitch Pans of AC Units

Flashings

Skylights

Roof Scuppers

Vents and Stacks

Parapet Walls

Penetrations

Coating

Flat Roof Coating

Applying coatings to your roof will protect your roof from wear and tear and deterioration. New roof coatings should be applied every 3-10 years, depending on the used product.

Many roofs can be coated to extend their life. Here are some reasons to consider roof coatings:

  • Extra protection from leaks
  • Extends the life of the roof

Reactive coatings provide energy savings by rejecting heat and UV rays away from the Building Improves comfort inside the building by rejecting the sun’s rays away from the roof, keeping the roof and the building cooler Improves aesthetics Less disruptive than a tear-off.

Cost Effective

Roof coatings are often less expensive than other options; rebates may be available and might be written off as an expense in year one (see an accountant for details)

Most roofs are not perfectly sloped, causing water to puddle in some areas in particularly around the drains and scuppers. Many roof coatings are not rated or warranted for “ponding water,” and thus might fail prematurely if exposed to standing water over long periods.

Serious consideration should be given to the performance and limitations of the coating being selected. Typically, manufacturers of acrylic roof coatings do not include warranties for ponding water, while some polyurethane roof coating manufacturers will do.

Applying A Reflective White or Aluminum Roof Coating

By applying a reactive white or aluminum roof coating, not only will you extend the life of your roof, you reduce the temperature on your roof anywhere from 30 to 60 degrees, saving on energy costs!