Roofing
Flat Roofing
Flat roofs have a bad reputation. Properly built ones don't deserve it.
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About this work
Most flat roofs fail for one of three reasons: poor falls that leave water standing, cheap materials that perish, or bad detailing at the edges and upstands. Get those three right and a modern flat roof will last for decades.
We replace and repair flat roofs on extensions, garages, dormers, porches and bay windows across the Tenterden area, using GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber or high-performance felt depending on what suits the roof.
Our approach
How we go about it.
01
Strip back to the deck
We remove the old covering and check the decking. Rotten or soft boards are replaced, covering over them is a false economy.
02
Create proper falls
Firrings or tapered insulation to make sure water actually leaves the roof.
03
Choose the right system
GRP for a seamless, hard-wearing finish on smaller roofs; EPDM for larger areas; felt where it suits the building or budget.
04
Detail the edges
Trims, upstands, flashings and outlets are where flat roofs leak. We take our time here.
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Not sure how serious it is?
Send a photo or give us a ring. We'll tell you straight, whether it needs work now, watching, or nothing at all.
Real work
Flat Roofing we've completed.
From the archive
This work has been part of ours for decades.
The original photograph and project sheet for this job survive in the company archive. It's shown as printed, not retouched.
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Materials & techniques
What we use, and why.
- GRP fibreglass systems
- EPDM rubber membranes
- Torch-on and high-performance felts
- Insulation boards for warm-roof construction
- OSB or plywood decking
- Lead and GRP edge trims
Specific systems and manufacturers listed once confirmed by the company.
Why experience matters
We've been replacing flat roofs since felt was the only option. That means we've seen what fails and why, and it informs every one we build today.
Flat roofing across Tenterden, Biddenden, Rolvenden, Headcorn, Cranbrook and nearby villages.
From the trade
Questions we're often asked
Which is better, GRP or EPDM?
Neither is universally better. GRP gives a seamless, rigid finish that suits smaller roofs with lots of detail. EPDM is excellent on larger, simpler areas. We'll recommend based on your roof.
How long will a new flat roof last?
A properly installed GRP or EPDM roof should last 25 years or more. Many go far longer.
Can you insulate the flat roof at the same time?
Yes. Converting to a warm-roof construction improves comfort in the room below and is often the sensible time to do it.
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Need something looked at?
Whether it's a leaking roof, an ageing flat roof, a damaged chimney, failing leadwork or a brick wall that needs rebuilding, speak directly to an experienced local contractor.
Just straightforward advice from people who know the trade.