Whether it is your garage, or an extension to your home, flat roofs are often used in the UK and if you have a flat roof as part of your home, it is a good idea to be aware of what to look out for that could tell you it is time to replace it.
Flat roofs have a lower pitch than a traditional pitched roof, so this of course means that water can run off them less easily. Therefore, the most important thing to look out for is water issues and damage caused by water, especially if the roof is older or there has been a recent period of wet weather or a large amount of rainfall in a short time.
If you notice that water is pooling on the top of the roof, and they are not dispersing even when the rain has stopped after a couple of days, then this is a sign that you could have an issue. If you notice that there are leaks coming through the actual roof, then water has made its way in, and this is a more serious issue.
Cracks and tears are another thing to look out for on a flat roof. Smaller cracks may be repairable – get a professional like this flat roofing Cheltenham based specialist www.dtaylorroofing.co.uk/roofer-near-me/epdm-rubber-roof-and-flat-roofing/cheltenham to come and take a look at it, as you may not need to replace the whole roof. However, if the crack is larger, it is probable that you are going to need the roof to be replaced.
