Flat Roofs in Southwell: EPDM, Felt and GRP Roofing
In a town of period houses with newer additions, flat roofs tend to appear where a building has grown: a kitchen extension at the back, a flat-topped garage, a small porch or a link between two buildings. They are modest in size, but they carry the same rain as everything else.
Evans Roofing installs and repairs flat roofs in Southwell and nearby Newark-on-Trent, Calverton, Ollerton and Gedling. We work in EPDM rubber, felt and GRP fibreglass, and choose between them according to the roof rather than habit. A small garage roof and a larger rear extension rarely call for the same answer.
Choosing between the systems
EPDM is a flexible rubber membrane that suits many flat and low-pitched roofs, and repairs to it begin with checking punctures, seams, edges and penetrations. Felt remains in common use, with methods that depend on the product. GRP fibreglass gives a continuous waterproof finish and suits suitable roofs with a lot of edges and details.
The covering is only part of the story. Where the roof meets a wall of an older house, the flashing detail and the way rainwater leaves the roof decide how long the work lasts. Edges, upstands and outlets are where flat roofs usually fail first, so they get as much attention as the surface.
- New EPDM, felt and GRP roofs
- Repairs to EPDM seams, punctures and edges
- Leak investigation at joints, upstands and outlets
- Replacement coverings for garages and extensions
- Perimeter trims, flashings and drainage
Old asbestos-cement garage roofs and approvals
Some older garage roofs are made of cement sheets that may contain asbestos. They should be identified before anyone drills, cuts or breaks them, so mention the age of the garage when you get in touch.
Replacing or building a flat roof may need building regulations approval, so check with your local council. Call or WhatsApp with photos of the roof and a rough size for a quote. If water is already coming in, say so, and we will try to advise on sensible temporary measures.
Flat Roofing and EPDM: examples
Illustrative images of the systems and repairs involved. See the full gallery.
Flat Roofing and EPDM near Southwell
Flat Roofing and EPDM in Southwell: common questions
How long will a flat roof last?
It depends on the system, the quality of the installation and the condition of the deck beneath. We would rather explain what suits your roof than quote a number that may not apply.
Why does my flat roof hold puddles after rain?
Standing water usually means the roof has little or no fall, or that outlets are blocked or badly placed. A small amount may be harmless, but regular ponding is worth having checked.
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