Flat Roofing in Gedling: Garage Roofs Re-covered in EPDM
Look at the back of a typical Gedling semi and there is a good chance of a flat roof, whether over a single garage, a kitchen extension or a porch. They tend to be forgotten until the ceiling inside marks, or until someone notices that the roof dips in the middle and holds water after rain.
A flat roof that sags or ponds is usually telling you the covering is close to the end. Re-covering it with a new EPDM membrane before the timber deck starts to rot generally keeps the job simple. Evans Roofing Services covers Gedling and the nearby areas for exactly this kind of work. We look at the main roof and the flat roofs together, because a house with a sound pitched roof and a failing garage roof still has a leak.
Systems used on flat roofs
EPDM is a flexible rubber membrane that suits many garage and extension roofs because large areas can be covered in one sheet. Felt and GRP fibreglass are also used, and which is right depends on the shape, the state of the deck and any existing covering.
Older garage roofs made from cement sheet may contain asbestos, which should be identified before any work starts. A deck that has stayed wet for a long time is replaced in sections before the new membrane is laid, so the new roof starts on solid ground.
- EPDM rubber roofing and repairs
- Felt roofing and repairs
- GRP fibreglass for suitable roofs
- Replacement garage and extension roofs
- Edges, upstands and flashings
- Outlets and drainage
When to repair and when to re-cover
A puncture or failed seam can sometimes be repaired. A roof that is blistered, cracked across its surface or sitting on soft boards is more likely to need replacing, and it is better to learn that before the water gets into the structure. Flat roof work can need building regulations approval, so check with your local council.
Send photos of the roof surface and the ceiling beneath by call or WhatsApp to Evans Roofing, and we will advise on the right approach and a quote.
Flat Roofing and EPDM: examples
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Flat Roofing and EPDM near Gedling
Flat Roofing and EPDM in Gedling: common questions
Why does my garage roof hold water?
Standing water usually means the deck has dipped or the fall towards the outlet is poor. It can shorten the life of the covering, so it is worth having looked at. A roof that has been holding water for a long time is also carrying extra weight, which is another reason to deal with it.
Is a new flat roof a big disruption?
Garage and extension roofs are usually quicker to replace than a main pitched roof. The timing depends on the size, weather and what is found when the old covering comes off.
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