Flat Roof Repairs and EPDM Roofing in Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Flat roofs are easy to forget until the ceiling below starts to stain, and in Kirkby-in-Ashfield they appear on all sorts of buildings, from garages beside older terraces to kitchen extensions on mid-century semis and porches on newer estates. A flat roof that has been patched several times often ends up needing more than another patch.
Evans Roofing, based in Beckingham, covers the town and nearby places including Sutton-in-Ashfield, Hucknall, Mansfield and Eastwood. It fits and repairs EPDM, felt and GRP fibreglass roofs on garages, extensions and similar structures. The system chosen depends on the building, the shape of the roof and what you want from it.
Matching the material to the roof
EPDM is a flexible rubber membrane often used on suitable flat and low-pitched roofs, and repairs begin by assessing punctures, seams, edges and penetrations. Felt roofing still has its place, with repairs using methods suited to the product. On awkward shapes with several upstands, a seamless finish may reduce the number of joints where water could enter.
GRP fibreglass produces a continuous waterproof finish that works for appropriate roofs, especially small or awkward shapes. Edges and perimeter trims are fitted so water runs off into the gutter instead of behind it.
- EPDM installation and repair
- Felt roofing
- GRP fibreglass roofing
- Garage and extension roofs
- Flashings, edges and outlets
Drainage, edges and what to check first
Look for water that lingers after rain, bubbles or splits in the covering and damp on walls where the roof meets the house. These point to failed joints, worn coverings or flashings that have lifted. Blocked outlets are easy to overlook but can leave a roof holding water long enough to cause damage.
Flat roof work may need building regulations approval, so check locally, and older cement-sheet garage roofs may contain asbestos that should be identified first. Call or WhatsApp with photos if you would like a quote.
Flat Roofing and EPDM: examples
Illustrative images of the systems and repairs involved. See the full gallery.
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Flat Roofing and EPDM near Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Flat Roofing and EPDM in Kirkby-in-Ashfield: common questions
Can I walk on my flat roof to clear it?
That depends on the covering, and even durable membranes can be punctured by sharp objects or careless footwear. It is safer to clear debris from the edge or leave it to someone with the right equipment. If you must go up, use proper access and keep to the safe areas.
Is a patch repair worth doing on an old felt roof?
It can be if the damage is local and the rest of the covering is sound. Where the felt is cracking across the whole roof, a new covering is usually the better route. A proper look shows whether it is local damage or general wear.
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