Flat Roofing Forums

A bottom layer or two of insulation board multiple intermediate layers of tar or asphalt alternated with layers of roofing felt and a top layer of gravel.

Flat roofing forums. Built up roofing bur was the most common type of flat roof before modified bitumen and membrane roofing were developed. Anatomy of a modern roof 1594717510 by sonycus. Post your questions and view answers here. Flat roofing forum.

A flat roof is no more or less likely to leak than a pitched roof it all comes down to the design and the competence with which it is installed. Lists roofing informational resources for homeowners building owners roofing contractors and companies where you visitors can ask roof related questions and get professional answers from seasoned and experienced roofers. Sign up for our e news. Pvc membranes are easy to maintain and repair.

A typical flat roof repair costs at least 350 400 and involves locating sources of leaks and patching the seams or holes. Roofing photos post your roofing pictures here 558. 9 best step ladders 2016 1594727731 by olbond. Flat roofs must be installed on a very specific mild slope so that the water can drain off properly and if the drains and scuppers aren t cleared regularly this increases the chance of a leak.

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However depending on the severity of the damage and the type of material installed repairing a flat roof can cost as much as 600 800.