Getting Creative with Flat Roof Repairs

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Getting Creative with Flat Roof Repairs
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Table of contents

• Getting Creative with Flat Roof Repairs
• Single Layer Membrane
• Modified Bitumen
• Built-Up Roofs
• The Weather and Flat Roofs

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Getting Creative with Flat Roof Repairs

• Flat roofs are the latest in housing trends and
  are popping up all over the place. There are lots
  of options for repairing flat roofs whether you
  go traditional or get creative.
• The options will depend on your climate, what
  material there is available locally and the
  budget. If budget is the key factor then
  homeowners need to consider spending more on a
  higher quality roof that will last longer and
  mean you dont have to keep fixing it.

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Single Layer Membrane

• There are several different options for flat roof
  repair. The first is opting for a single-layer
  membrane. There are two different types of single
  layer membrane roofs. The first is thermoset that
  is made from synthetic rubber and the other
  thermoplastic made from plastic-based
  materials. Both of these are just a single layer
  that can be loose and held down by rocks or
  attached to the roof. Both of these materials are
  weatherproof as they expand and contract as the
  weather changes and they are both resistant to UV
  rays.

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Modified Bitumen

• The second option is modified bitumen. This is a
  very durable and weather resistant solution, so
  it offers great protection. It reflects the suns
  UV rays rather than absorbing the heat. Modified
  bitumen is applied by heat welding or a hot-mop.

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Built-Up Roofs

• These types or roofs are the more cost-effective
  and use hot tar or asphalt that is layered over
  the top of the roof surface. It us usually
  covered in crushed stone to protect it from the
  weather. This option is a heavier material, so
  some roofs might need to be reinforced to handle
  it.
• Flat roof repair in this day and age gives
  homeowners the opportunity to get creative. Solar
  panels could not only be part of the solution,
  they could save people thousands of dollars in
  utility bills in the long term.

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The Weather and Flat Roofs

• A flat roof should not be perfectly flat as it
  needs to be able to get rid of water and not let
  it accumulate and stagnate and risk damaging the
  roof. There are couple of options for getting
  rid of excess water, including eaves troughs and
  interior drainage systems, where you have a drain
  fitted in the centre or the roof to connecting
  pipes. This is a more expensive option, but as
  long you keep the guttering clear, there is no
  reason why eaves troughs cant work perfectly
  well.

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• Snow and the added weight that snow brings to a
  flat roof is a big concern to Canadians. But as
  long as homeowners are vigilant and notice doors
  on the top floor sticking or popping open, then
  this suggests that the load might be distorting
  the frames and the snow will need to be cleared.
  Using a professional for this job is recommended
  as climbing on roofs in these weather condition
  is a dangerous job.

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• Many people are getting creative with their flat
  roofs. Some might decide to install solar panels
  and other are looking at creating an extra
  walking or living space.
• Installing solar panels comes with some concerns
  if people fear their roofs might need repairing
  in the near future. But solar experts have come
  up with a solution a plant-based rejuvenating
  spray that could add as much as 15 years of life
  into an aging asphalt roof, which means solar
  panels becomes a much more viable option and has
  the potential to save thousands in utility bills.

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• To create a roof that can be walked on like a
  patio or balcony, then roofers can add a layer or
  wood or concrete and then a special protective
  surface on top is all that is needed to make the
  surface ready to use. This special single-ply
  solution is easy to clean with a hose, is totally
  waterproof and protects against UV light.

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• You could use rubber tiles to create your walking
  area they protect the surface and look good.
  They are usually used for converting office space
  or for industrial purposes, but could be used
  residentially. If homeowners have a flat roof
  that is dead space, then this could be the
  perfect opportunity to get creative and increase
  the living area and add value to the price of the
  house.

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• Another option for a flat roof repair to is to
  incorporate the creation of a rooftop garden into
  the repair plans. But you will need to consider
  what load your rooftop can take when installing
  this and the whole area will need to be
  waterproofed. The last thing a homeowner wants is
  to install a beautiful garden for it to leak.
  Sometimes it can take years for a leak to show
  and causes significant damage before you actually
  see it is there. With a conventional roof, you
  can get up and fix it, with a garden roof you
  would have to dig the whole thing up to get to
  the problem.

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Contact details

• King Koating Roofing
• Address 41 Peelar Rd, Concord, ON L4K 1A3
• Phone Number 905-669-1771
• Website https//kingkoating.com/about-us/