The Benefits and Drawbacks of Flat Roofing July 30, 2019 12:40 pm A flat roof is one that can come with controversy. As the name suggests, it is almost entirely completely level, other than a slight slope to allow for drainage.
Like all roofs, flat roofing comes with its advantages and disadvantages. It’s important to be aware of these before you make any decisions on the type of roofing you are going to install.
Benefits Flat roofing materials are usually cheaper
No roofing material is particularly cheap. However, flat roofing is commonly less expensive than other types of materials which is great if you’re on a budget. Similarly, it is often found that labour is cheaper when finding someone to install your flat roofing. This is because there is less of a risk of the individual falling when installing the roof, compared to a sloped roof.
Flat roofs are low maintenance
Some roofing materials can be a bit of a hassle when it comes to maintenance. Of c..