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Our roofers in Coatbridge offer all aspects of roofing including slate roofs, tiled roofs, shed roofs and garage roofs. We also offer flat roofing and here is some information on this.

A roof is what protects the building and everything from it from the harsh environment outside. It is an integral part of any building that keeps everything inside safe. Flat roofs are one of the widely used roof types for homes, flats, and even commercial buildings.

Even though flat roofs are not much of a stylish addition to a house or building, it is preferred by many people due to its flexibility. Flat roofs are not always flat and can have a slight tilt to drain water off the top. They also have a reputation for repairs and leaks as draining water is very slow compared to roofs with slopes. So it is very important to contact the best roofers like Ollie roofing and building to do the roof work in the best way possible.

Ollie roofing and building is one of the top roofers that provide flat roofing and roof repair services in Coatbridge, Bellshill, and Cumbernauld.

Types of flat roofs

There are mainly three types of flat roofing

• Single-ply or Membrane
• Modified bitumen
• Built-up roofing

All these types of roofs are composed of different materials and each has its own features and disadvantages. We at Ollie roofing and Building will help your choose the best type of roof apt for your building, taking into consideration factors like area, building type, weather conditions, utility, etc.

Even though flat roofs have a slight slope to drain water, the draining process does not occur instantly and completely. These roofs hold some water on the surface for some time, which then dries off.

Roof leakage or cracks can happen over time or early in the case of flat roofs because of the slow draining of water. Most of the leaks can be repaired easily while some others might be a little complicated. It is very important to locate the leaks on the roof very fast or else it might cause internal damage to the wiring and the structure of the building.

The first step for a flat leak repair is to locate the leak and to check how far it has spread. Once that is done, based on the type of roof a leakage fixing material will be chosen. If the leak is not very big and there are no other damages, the world will be completed in a few hours.

But if the damage to the roof is unrepairable, then you will have to go for roof replacement. Most flat roofs last 20 to 25 years if it was properly built and most of the damages can be fixed. But if the damage is a result of material breakdown and time, it is always better to go for roof replacement rather than roof repair.

Some roof repairs can be done by yourself, but it’s not recommended as such a repair might be a temporary fix and might cause more damage over time. Consulting professional roofers like that of Ollie Roofing & Building is always the best option, as the extent of the damage will be accessed and the needful will be done.