Benefits of Flat Roofing

While most home’s and businesses are built with traditionally pitched roofs, some home’s are constructed with a flat roof instead, either for aesthetics or utility. However, the asphalt shingles that work on pitched roofs can’t be used on a flat roof, because they are to guide water off of the roof with their layering, which can’t be replicated without a pitched roof. However, for home & business owners who don’t have a traditionally pitched roof, there is another option: flat roofing. If you’re wondering what the benefits of flat roofing are, and how it can keep your home protected, keeping reading below!

Durability

One of the first advantages of flat roofing is that it is highly durable. While asphalt shingles can lose their granules, crack, or otherwise lose their structural integrity, since flat roofing is one large rubber sheet, it doesn’t accrue damage in the same way. Your roof will never fail due to blunt damage or tree branches rubbering along the top of your home.

If your roof is well maintained and proper care is taken when needed, it is feasible that a flat roof can last for nearly 30 years, making it comparable to asphalt shingles.

Space & Storage

Another benefit of flat roofing, particularly in a commercial setting, is that it provides you with space for utilities that would otherwise take up a great deal of space, such as AC. While this is typically more applicable for businesses, the extra space a flat roof provides may offer other benefits for homeowners. Perhaps you start a small garden up there, or simply turn it into a makeshift roof deck.

Access & Maintenance

If anything goes wrong with your roofing system, or even if you have a feeling that it was damaged and could fail soon, it is very easy to perform maintenance on a flat roof. While you will still need a ladder to get onto the roof, it is far safer to work on than a pitched roof, and while locating leaks can be difficult on an asphalt shingle roof, it is often easy to see damage on a large, flat roof, making repairs easier for homeowners and contractors alike.

Economical

Finally, flat roofing is very affordable, which makes it a good option for homeowners on a budget. They are low maintenance, which means there won’t be a lot of unforeseen costs, and they are also inexpensive to install. If you’re interested in replacing your roof on a budget, flat roofing presents one of the best options!

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