Based in Brighton and Hove and covering all of Sussex, we specialise in Single Ply (Rubber), Bituminous (built up felt) and Liquid flat roofing membranes. These are some of the most durable, advanced and aesthetically pleasing flat roof waterproofing solutions available today. Although competent in all aspects of roofing, we are flat roof specialists and work with flat roofs day in day out. The fact that you're reading this suggests you've identified the issue is with your flat roof and have come to the right place! Unfortunately flat roofs have a bad reputation, with many homeowners, homebuyers and insurance companies seeing them as a potential for problems. With the modern membranes and trims now available this no longer needs to be a concern with flat roofs lasting as long, if not longer than their pitched roof counterpart.Advances in technology mean there are now a wide range of hard wearing, contemporary and stylish flat roofing systems on the market. Traditional pour and roll built up felt and asphalt roofs, although still widely used by builders and roofers, have seen a decline in use in recent years, with homeowners looking for a longer lasting and more up to date product. Single Ply roofs are a great choice for all types of flat roof, whether it be an extension, dormer, outbuilding, lean to, garage, or even a shed. They will complement a modern refurbishment project beautifully and can be a focal point of any design, combining functionality and style. We offer up to 20 year supplier backed guarantees on our installations and provide free home visits and estimates. Our single ply membranes have a service life of over 50 years!
Traditional flat roofing membranes (built up felt and asphalt) should last between 15 (felt) and 30 years (asphalt) if installed to a high standard. Of course the quality of the installation will massively affect the longevity of the roof, with a poor installation potentially lasting only a few years. If your roof is approaching the end of its life a full roof replacement should be considered. Many people don't give their roof a second thought, until it starts to leak! By this time water damage will have have occurred beneath the membrane to the timber roof deck, making the roof replacement more costly with the need to replace the roof deck too. We can replace all areas of your flat roof, from joists to membrane and install insulation to make your home more efficient.
If your flat roof is still well within its expected service life and has failed in an isolated area for an obvious reason, a repair may be an option. If the roof is leaking from multiple areas or is approaching the end of its life a replacement should be considered. It is easy to spend good money on attempting to repair a roof that is beyond repair. This money could go towards the cost of a replacement roof with a guarantee.
Rubber roofing membranes or 'Single Ply' have been used for flat roofing for many years but have only recently become more commonplace in the domestic and commercial market. They create a weatherproof covering over your roof with only one layer, hence the name 'Single Ply'. Also available in a wide range of colours, single ply is much more flexible than GRP and suitable for flat roofs that span larger areas. There We are approved installers of Alwitra Evalon, a high quality, well established product with a proven track record. It is a TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin) membrane with a reinforced fleece backing, creating a strong flexible roof covering. All the seams are heat welded, it totally homogeneous and impervious to water. It is finished with powder coated aluminium trims, giving a striking, modern look. We are also approved installers of Resitrix EPDM hybrid membrane. Resitrix combines the advantages of synthetic rubber (EPDM) and a modified polymer bitumen backing with heat welded seams. It is 2.5 mm thick and has a non slip surface. Reistrix is finished with rigid fibreglass trims that can be colour coded to match the finish of your doors and windows, with Anthracite being a popular colour choice.When installed to a high standard, Alwitra Evalon and Resitrix have a service life of over
We can visit your home to assess your roof and discuss your needs. We can then advise you on the best option going forward, all free of charge.
Our installations come with up to a 20 year supplier backed guarantee and require zero maintenance.
Our installations are durable and modern and will complement any refurbishment project beautifully.