06Jun6 June 2024

How To Inspect Your Roof for Storm Damage

Inspecting Your Roof's Storm Damage Living in the UK, we have no shortage of storms or bad weather, and as a homeowner, staying on top of leaks is a must. Storms can wreak havoc on roofs, roof storm damage often includes blowing off shingles to the tree next door shedding their branches on your roof. Whatever the case, assessing your roof for damage after every bout of bad weather is important for keeping the rest of the home safe. As expert roofers,...

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04Jun4 June 2024

Guide To Maintaining Your Green Roof

Routine Maintenance For a Healthy Green Roof With the UK becoming more environmentally conscious, green roofs are growing in popularity year after year. Despite being better for the environment, extending the longevity of your roof's structure, and helping you conserve energy, green roofs are more than just a great eco-friendly solution. Leading the way in urban aesthetics, green roofs deliver architectural innovation, making homes feel and look more modern, changing the future landscape of roofs. So, if you're thinking of installing one,...

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Roof Rubber EPDM Membrane Installation Close Up.

25May25 May 2024

Roofing Statistics

Roofing Statistics That Every Roofer Should Know By staying informed about the roofing industry's trends and statistics, roofers can better understand the market and anticipate customer needs to adapt their service to be even more exceptional and meet current industry standards. Keeping up to date with the latest reports and developments in the roofing industry can provide valuable insights and is key to remaining successful within this competitive space. Roofing Industry Research By 2030, the global roofing market is projected to reach $156...

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20May20 May 2024

Best Brands of Rubber Roofing

Which Brand of Rubbing Roofing Is The Best? Compare Them Each roofing system has unique properties, and determining the absolute best brand of rubber roofing can depend on several factors, such as your specific project requirements, budget, and even personal preferences. That said, some brands have consistently earned high marks for their durability, quality, and overall performance. Let’s explore them below. Brands We Offer We offer three types of EPDM membranes and sheeting, two of which are served under the FlexiProof and one...

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15May15 May 2024

Want to Expand Your Roofing Business? Get Trained in Rubber Roofing

Boost Your Business With Reliable & Durable EPDM Are you planning to expand your roofing business over the next year? Incorporate modern, cost-effective materials like rubber roofing into your service and increase your profits. Becoming a certified and accredited EPDM installer can revolutionise your roofing business and provide homeowners with a more suitable and durable material to coat their roofs. Open New Doors Receiving rubber roof application training can open new doors for trade flat roofers. After completing their certified training course, they...

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10May10 May 2024

Why Roofers Are Stopping Using Felt

Modern Roofers Avoid Felt Seeing as a roof is the core aspect of any building project, to deliver the best results for homeowners or clients, felt roofers must keep up with the industry, which has significantly evolved over time. One noticeable shift in typical roofing practices has been moving away from the heavy use of traditional materials like felt. As you might know, felt has been a staple in roofing for decades, mainly due to its affordability. However, felt notoriously does a poor...

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16Apr16 April 2024

How Much to Replace a Roof

How much does the average new roof cost? Flat roof replacement costs You don’t need us to tell you that a roof is one of the essential parts of your property. It protects your home from the elements and more, but if it becomes damaged or has lived out its life, you will need to repair it or replace it urgently to prevent problems from occurring. How much is a new roof? While the cost of a roof replacement in the UK is approximately...

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11Apr11 April 2024

The Incredible Sustainability of Flat Roof Designs

The Role of Flexible Roofing Membranes in Sustainable Building Design Buildings are symbolic of the times we live in. They reflect and symbolise the spirit of any given era, attending to our growing population's different needs, functions and lifestyles. Building architecture speaks of time and location, but ultimately, at the same time, it yearns for timelessness, according to prominent architect Frank Gehry. In this era, architectural innovations explore and push the boundaries of new technological advancements and potentials, envisioning a way to...

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04Apr4 April 2024

Flat Roof Checklist

What Architects Should Pay Special Attention to During Flat Roof Installations Architects shape the trajectory of many construction projects and wield considerable influence during roofing installations. They help ensure adherence to design specifications and regulatory standards, safeguarding the project’s integrity and success. When designing and installing flat roofs, architects must consider several nuances, from material selection to quality control and construction techniques. As rubber roof experts in the flat roofing world, we thought we would share our guide to the particular elements...

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04Apr4 April 2024

Mistakes Architects Make When Designing Flat Roofs

Important Factors When Designing From The Roof Down Most architects will understand that designing a flat roof demands accurate precision to evade potential pitfalls. However, if you’re not used to rubber roofing or flat roof systems, you’re in luck. As the flat roof installation experts, we’ve included the common oversights in our guide below that plague builders in the pursuit of creating structurally sound and resilient flat roof designs. Pay particular attention to the slope. Inadequate sloping fosters water accumulation, inviting future...

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