While a flat roof provides your building with clean lines and modern look, these types of roofs can present their own set of potential problems.
If you have a flat roof and you’re concerned about its condition, read on for seven telltale signs it may be time for a replacement.
Remember that is always costs more in the future to replace the roof than it does today! As a matter of fact, from the year 2020 to 2024, Roofing material has increased by 40%.Â
How to properly Replace a brand new Flat Roof
Step 1: Choose the right Contractor
- 3 Decades handling Churches
- Certified
- You may be eligible for a 10% Church Donation Discount
- Material Warranty
- Labor Guarantee
- Weed out the roofers cutting corners
- Compare the estimate
- Verify the same material being used
- Verify the warranties and guarantees
- Link to full video on how to compare
Replacement Process and Material
Below is a brief listing of the material and labor process of removing an existing flat roof and installing a new flat roof with all appropriate material necessary for a professional job.
All projects will vary in quantity of material. However, the level of workmanship will remain the same
- Properly prepare you, your church parishioners for the job
- Remove all existing roofing components and safely place in the dumpster (this is a very labor intensive process and amount of time needed is dependent on the # of layers)
- Install New Plywood where necessary. All Plywood installed is up to State/Town code and passes all town permit specifications. Most state codes dictate .709″ thickness OR MORE. (check your estimate details as to the amount we expect to use but we truly cant determine the amount until we remove the layers above the plywood)
- Install insulation for proper drainage. GAF Insulation comes in various thickness. We typically use 3″ ISO and if we need to Taper the thickness to accommodate a drainage scenario, we will use various thickness so water flows to drain (this is standard practice for all quality roofers) All ISO installation is installed according to GAF standards and regulations.Â
- Install the Roofing material such as, Mule Hide, TPO or EPDM in accordance with GAF standards and regulations.Â
- Seal all walls, corners, HVAC, pipes and any other protrusions with Galvanized Steel flashing and other sealants. All flashing is Galvanized Steel and inserted where ever it is needed
- Make sure roof properly drains
- Clean up the entire area and arrange for dumpster pick
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