Flat roofs are a popular and practical roofing solution for homes and commercial properties in Chester-le-Street and Durham. Although flat in appearance, they are designed with a slight fall to allow effective rainwater drainage and prevent standing water.

We provide professional flat roofing services using high-quality, fully waterproof systems designed to perform in the North East climate. All work is carried out by experienced, fully insured and qualified roofers with a strong reputation for quality, workmanship and reliability.

Flat Roof replacements in chester-le-street

TORCH ON FELT

This is sometimes referred to as "Torch on" as it requires a blow torch to generate the right amount of heat to fix to your boards. Typically it’s applied as a 3 layer system usually consisting of a perforated underlay, a 2mm underlay layer, then thick 4-5mm felt . It is certainly the most short lived material, normally lasting around 15 years if it's been fitted correctly. It is still highly popular as its the cheapest option and does the job its designed to do.

• Wind, Rain and UV Protected

• Breaks up sunlight to keep cool interior • Cheaper cost for materials

• Life expectancy 15-20 years

EPDM RUBBER

EPDM is a synthetic rubber which is the more modern and popular approach to Flat Roofing. It's extremely durable due to it's natural contraction and expansion qualities and has an expected lifespan of around 50 years. Its virtually maintenance free and doesn't require any heat to install. It can easily be cut down to size to give you that perfect fit on your roof so it's more pleasing on the eye. All of our EPDM roofs are fitted with black PVC roof trim as standard.
• Completely weatherproof

• BBA Certified

• Contracts and Expands with weather leaving no wear and tear (blisters, cracks, wrinkles)

• Doesn’t support moss growth

• Easy to clean

• Simple installation process

• Life expectancy 30 - 50 years

• Cosmetically pleasing

GRP (FIBRE GLASS)

GRP, commonly known as 'Fibre Glass' is highly regarded for its simplicity and safet. The installation is a mix between Resin, Fibre Glass, Mating Agent and Hardener; while the finished product it produces is recognised as having a lifespan of around 50 years if correctly maintained. PVC roof trim fitted as standard

• Completely weatherproof

• Has no seams

• Extremely durable and solid

• Very easy to repair and clean

• Flexible to complicated roof shapes

• Life expectancy 30-40 years

• Cosmetically pleasing

• Maintenance free