Step-By-Step Guide: How to Make a Flat Roof Using Fibreglass Correct and successful installation of glass fibre (fibreglass – or GRP) flat roof requires an organised approach, good surface preparation, understanding of the materials in use and procedures and of course, appropriate weather. If any of these are absent you are unlikely to achieve a
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What is a Blue Roof? In short, blue roofs are water containment systems used to capture heavy rainfall. They can be used to store rainwater to control runoff or to collect excess rainwater for consumption and to supply vegetation. Where is a Blue Roof Used? Blue roofs are commonly used on flat roofs. The flat,
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Leaking Flat Roofs are a Common Cause of Property Damage A leaking flat roof is a nuisance at best and leaving it can lead to significant damage to your property. Over time, water can gradually seep across the flat roofing substrates, from insulation through to structural decking. Traditional flat roofing systems like bituminous felt and
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What is Blockchain? Blockchain is a distributed ledger of information, equivalent in its most basic sense to the double entry bookkeeping system, which records and adds up financial transactions on a certain monetary unit (e.g. bitcoin, where the more money that is accumulated, the greater the value). This information could be an agreement or a
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What is a Parapet Wall? A common roofing feature seen in many flat roofing projects is the parapet wall. It is commonly an extension of the wall cavity projecting above the flat roof and can vary in height and width according to its designed function. It is usual to find coping stones dressed across the
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Tips for installing wooden decking on a new flat roof Before even thinking of laying a new flat roof, give great thought to the wooden decking installation you intend to use and the fixing process. Wooden decking, if poorly installed, will at some stage result in a failed roof – even if the waterproofing membrane
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Help! The flat roof on my garage is leaking. Water damage from a leaking flat roof can range from a small damp patch on the ceiling to serious problems where the roof timbers can rot and fail completely. If left untouched you may have to replace the garage roof. The cost of repairing a flat
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Thinking about a new material for your flat roof? Thinking about a new flat roof? Look no further. Below we present 5 key reasons why many property owners choose GRP for their flat roof. GRP (short for glass-reinforced plastic or polyester) is a commonly used flat roofing material. Its exceptional qualities make it also favoured
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Benefits of Insulation for Flat Roofs If you’re thinking about new insulation for your flat roof, this article provides an overview of flat roofing insulation, its benefits and the types of insulators available. What is Flat Roofing Insulation and Why Do I Need It? There are several types of insulation available. Flat roofing insulation is
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Why is My Flat Roof Leaking? In almost 50 years of flat roofing, we’ve seen it all. In our experience, there are 6 main reasons a flat roof leaks. The majority of these can be fixed by the property owner. 1. Poorly Installed Flat Roofing Membranes Cause: A badly installed flat roof through poor workmanship
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Fibreglass flat roofing tips for a beginner This article displays the steps on how to make a fibreglass GRP coating. This could be used for a new flat roof, a flat roofing terrace or walkway or even a balcony. It does not provide detail about trims, guttering, insulation or decking. Note that the terms fibreglass,
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This article details what lead flashing is, why it leaks and how you can repair it to stop your flat roof from leaking. What is Lead Flashing and where is it used? Lead flashing is a lead-based protective band used to provide waterproofing and surface protection at roofing intersections – particularly where a flat roof
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Make the most out of your flat roof with a balcony One of the key benefits of installing a balcony on your flat roof is that it can provide your property with more room and in most cases could increase its value. A balcony, as much as a terrace or walkway is a great way to
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What’s causing rainwater to form puddles on my flat roof? Rainwater pooling on your flat roof can be an unsightly scene at best, and at worst it could indicate an impending leak. We often see pooling on older flat roofs; the centre of the wooden decking that is furthest from the wooden joists deforms and
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Understanding why your flat roof is spongy and what you can do about it. If you have noticed that your flat roof is soft to walk on – that it has a “spongy” feel to it, there are several reasons why. Note: in such cases, this is indicative of structural damage to the roofing structure. You
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This is a common question we encounter from property owners looking to maximise the lifetime of their flat roof and achieve a good balance between cost and aesthetics. No matter what your specifier says, and as we have repeatedly said, there is no “one type fits all” flat roofing system. Certain types of flat roofs
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How to find the source of dampness on your ceiling The presence of mould or excessive dampness on your ceiling is usually a sign of excess water. Telltale signs of condensation centre on internal moisture on the ceiling when no leakages or moisture occur during a steady rainfall. Checking for an external leak When we inspect
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My flat roof leaks when it snows. Help! When it snows, flat roofs have a tendency to leak – even if they don’t leak when it rains. This can be annoying but in more extreme cases can cause significant property damage if left unattended. How snow causes your flat roof to leak Snow is a reservoir of water
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Help! My Flat Roof is Leaking – is it Covered by Insurance? A leaking flat roof can cause significant damage to your property and contents. In such cases, many customers want to work out what type of insurance is available to provide cover for any damage caused. Why Do Flat Roofs Leak So Frequently? Flat
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Firstly, what is a flat roof? To answer this question accurately we need to first understand what a flat roof is comprised of before identifying the source. A flat roof is a multi-functional waterproofing system constructed from several layers of components. These are typically made from: Wooden decking insulation Wooden decking Vapour later Waterproofing membrane Other
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Whether or not your roof is safe to walk on depends on multiple factors. In order to promote excellence in safety and to maximise the condition and lifetime of your flat roof, the following recommendations are outlined. These range from the age of your roof to the materials used, the level of anti-slip coating and
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