Replacing a roof is a complex construction process that needs a lot of capital. Every home has its unique needs and specifications when it comes to roof replacement. It means you might not find a similar quotation as your neighbor when replacing your roof, even if your home has a similar style. It is always advisable to have a competent roofing contractor overseeing the installation process to determine which costs are necessary and which ones you can adjust.
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While potential homeowners often have a variety of roof options for their homes, many commercial roofs tend to have flat roofs. Below are some of the reasons commercial roofs are usually flat.
Low Cost
Flat roofs are relatively inexpensive to install compared to pitched roofs. A flat roof will have a lower surface area than a pitched roof even if the two roofs cover equal square footage. The surface area determines the number of roofing materials you need for a house.
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Built-up roofing systems are made of multiple layers of ply sheets, asphalt, and an attached insulation system. If you are planning to build a flat or low-sloping roof, you should consider built-up roofing for the various benefits it offers.
Here are the major benefits of built-up roofing systems.
Weather-Resistant
Built-up roofing systems are made up of multiple layers that are sturdy and withstand harsh weather conditions. Normally, the roofing components are enough to withstand impact from flying debris during a tornado or hailstorm.
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Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) roofing is not a new product, yet many home and business owners may not fully understand how this product might provide a solution for some of their roofing problems. A type of membrane roofing product, PVC roofing is especially useful for roofs that are flat or insufficiently sloped to allow water to drain freely from the surface.
PVC roofing for the homeowner
While most newer homes are designed with adequate levels of roof slope to eliminate standing water problems, many older or heavily renovated homes still have areas with flat or slightly sloped rooflines, such as the roof that protects an enclosed porch.
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The biggest issue everyone managing a commercial roof project has to deal with is deciding between a flat and a peaked roof. Each roof design has its advantages and disadvantages, and you can only choose the best style for your locality. Flat roofs have become increasingly popular in the recent past because of the evolution of commercial roofing materials and techniques. Roofing materials like modified bitumen, EPDM (a synthetic rubber roofing membrane), and thermoplastic roof membranes work best when designed in a flat style.
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