Modern Flat Roofing Systems
Flat roofs usually come with a 10 to 20 year warranty but can last 25 years if you build the roofs right and maintain them using commonsense rules.
Modern flat roofing systems. The membrane roof is the latest roofing technology and is also the roof of choice in commercial construction. This flat roofing dominates the market because it s affordable and strong. Known technically as elastomeric or plastomeric roof membrane depending on the material single ply roofs come in a few different varieties including. Epdm is classified as rubber roofing.
Asphalt wood slate tile steel copper aluminum fiberglass and environmentally green products. Modern roofing has expanded into commercial and residential roofing with every roofing product available for the market. We are one of the top roofing companies in the greater los angeles area and we have experience working with a wide variety of products including composition shingles asphalt shingles metal roofs tile roofs pvc and tpo. We can also work with flat roofs roof coating pvc and single ply roofing and there are many more options available.
They are ideal for extreme weather climates that have high winds hail and heat. The modern flat roof. This lightness eliminates the need for owners to use reinforcement for their roof decks. Head office 01280 822926.
They re simple in form and function and are a good example of the modernist principle of clean lines. Membrane roofing consists of a layer of insulation board topped by sheets the membrane of epdm rubber or other material. Built up roof bur modified bitumen roof mbr and rubber membrane roof epdm. These roofs can last at least 20 years due to their durability.
Modern architecture has traditionally been characterized by flat roofs. From there the flat roof system you choose will determine the materials you apply. Trust us with your next project. Underneath the basics flat roofs are usually constructed with a ceiling nailed to joists which support a deck usually wood in residential construction a vapor barrier insulation and a roof board.
Pros and cons for flat roof materials. Call us today. The most common type used for residential flat roofing is epdm ethylene propylene diene monomer a synthetic rubber sheet material that is also commonly used as a pond liner. Bitumen roofing is another long lasting option for flat roofs.
Compared to older roofing systems epdm weighs lighter. Modern roofing installs several type of roofs including. Call us today for free advice and quotation.