Flat Roofs in Maidstone, the Ashford and Sittingbourne Areas, and all Locations in Kent and Medway
As the leading choice amongst all local roofing companies operating in the Kent and Medway areas, Roofing First Ltd can install durable flat roofs which keep everything from homes and garages to property extensions and garden buildings warm and dry. Our roofers, who work with three materials to include torch-on felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass, provide a bespoke service to ensure a flat roof fulfils your functional requirements at exactly the right price.
Individual locations covered with our roofing services include:
Maidstone | Ashford | Sittingbourne
Flat roofs have a small incline or slope to enable surface water runoff, a key benefit that mitigates potential issues with drainage and pooling.
Below, we explain the main materials our roofers use on flat structures:
Torch-On Felt – Historically, felt flat roofs have been one of the most popular choices due to their affordability and the fact they are breathable, resistant to water and won’t shrink even in higher temperatures. Using a safer cold application method, this is a modern alternative to hot bitumen systems.
EPDM Rubber – As an ethylene propylene diene terpolymer surface for flat roofs, this material is one of the most popular modern options. With lifespans that often exceed 50 years, EPDM flat roofs bring exceptional levels of UV resistance to the table and are well known for their ease of installation.
GRP Fibreglass – Short for glass reinforced plastic, GRP is a composite material manufactured with strand mat glass fibres. This makes a roof watertight and resistant to the elements. GRP flat roofs can be quickly installed by our roofers and are usually ready to be used within 24 hours or as soon as the resin sets.
The Benefits of GRP Flat Roofs
While each material above has its own specialist application, modern roofing companies recommend GRP over other options because of its strength and the degree of protection afforded to properties in Maidstone, Ashford and Sittingbourne. GRP moulds perfectly to fit flat roofs and comes with a topcoat that our roofers can apply in a choice of colours from the RAL palette.
New GRP flat roofs come with 25-year guarantees, but they are well known to last for over 40 years with regular maintenance. Should you discover an issue after installation, do not hesitate to contact us for a responsive roof repair.
Flat roof repairs cover the following:
Damp and Water Damage
Over time, the surfaces of flat roofs degrade. This becomes more noticeable if residual rain water pools on the roof. This can lead to problems with cracks, dampness and leaks. If you have noticed any of these issues, our roofers will attend properties in Maidstone, Ashford, Sittingbourne and the surrounding areas to patch leaks and repair any structural damage caused to the deck.
Also, like all reputable roofing companies in Kent and Medway, we can also recommend the best course of action to prevent an issue from reoccurring.
Blistering and Holes
When vapour finds a route under your roof membrane, blisters can begin to form. Blisters might increase in size as the temperature fluctuates and this can lead to a weak spot within the roofing structure which will need professional attention. We can deal with these blisters quickly and if they are symptomatic of a wider problem, our roofers will repair or replace the area of concern.
Roofing First Ltd offers a guarantee on all roofing services provided.