08Aug8 August 2024

Planning Permission No Longer Required for Solar on Flat-roof Homes

The Planning Rules for Solar Panels Has Been Relaxed In late 2023, as part of the government’s plan to boost solar panel installations across the UK, permitted development rights were extended for property owners looking to install flat roofs. If you’re a homeowner in England, Wales, and Scotland, you can install solar photovoltaic PV panels without planning permission. However, it doesn’t just extend to homeowners; as part of the confirmation, the government also eradicated the 1MV capacity restriction, which previously meant that...

By Ben

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...

By Ben

09Feb9 February 2024

4 Essential Steps to Fix a Leaking Flat Roof

4 Essential Steps For Fixing A Flat Roof In 2024, flat roofs are mostly water-resistant, with homeowners usually not having to worry about water damage. But flat roofs have not always had the best reputation, as in the past, they’ve been known to be more challenging to get rainwater to run off them. However, with the involvement of professionals and innovative rubber materials, it’s possible to extend the life of flat roofs and preventing leaks altogether. But if your current flat roof has...

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19May19 May 2022

How Long Does a Flat Roof Last? | Rubber Roofing Direct

How Long Does a Flat Roof Last? A rubber roof is incredibly long-lasting and durable. The rubber used for making the synthetic rubber membrane isn't damaged by the sun's UV rays. If installed correctly, you can expect a rubber flat roof to last up to 50 years. Because an EPDM flat roof comprises durable rubber, it can withstand extreme weather conditions such as hail or snow and typical weather such as rain and strong winds. Furthermore, if the rubber membrane is ever damaged, torn,...

By Mike

19May19 May 2022

Cost Effective Flat Roofing

Felt roofing has been a popular option for many years, and it has been the material of choice for many flat roofing projects for several reasons. Although it is durable, water-resistant and affordable, it can also cause numerous problems. Felt roofs are not the safest roof covering that you can work with; from highly flammable materials through to working with hot tars as well as the harmful fumes generated during installation, they cause lots of problems for the installer; what’s...

By Mike