Flat Roof Torch On Systems

Make sure the sheets lay flat against the roof.

Flat roof torch on systems.

Firestone asphalt roofing delivers exceptional performance on flat and low slope commercial roofs in even the most extreme climates and applications. A bottom layer or two of insulation board multiple intermediate layers of tar or asphalt alternated with layers of roofing felt and a top layer of gravel. Torch on roofing life expectancy may not be as long lasting as you may have expected. Flat roofs usually come with a 10 to 20 year warranty but can last 25 years if you build the roofs right and maintain them using commonsense rules.

If the roof is completely flat torch on roofing is not typically recommended. Flat roofs are more prone to pooling water and piling snow as well as built up debris. Smooth out any bubbles or creases. Bur consists of many layers.

While it can last up to 20 years installing torch down roofing can be a dangerous process and as such tends to cost more than traditional roofing materials. No flat roof is 100 level but the slope isn t always noticeable. Built up roofing bur was the most common type of flat roof before modified bitumen and membrane roofing were developed. Torch down roofing is a type of roofing material that has been designed for low angle or flat roofs.

Disadvantages of a flat roof. If you know which way your roof slopes roll the sheets in the direction of the slope. Or it may not come close to how long other flat roofing systems last. Which roof situations are ideal for torch down roofing.

Pros and cons for flat roof materials all three types of flat roofing cost 250 to 350 per square 100 square feet but prices vary according to region and size of the roof. However even with the most durable flat roof system you have to make sure to maintain and inspect your flat roof regularly. Torch on roofing is a flat roof system which means it must be highly water resistant and durable. Vegetative roof systems while not on the list in terms of market share another roofing system should be mentioned the vegetative or green roof.

However a torch on roofing does have qualities that compensate its shorter life service. 12 pitch where your goals are to have a durable and long lasting roof that stands up well to the elements especially snow. A torch down roofing system is best for slightly pitched roofs between. Firestone building products manufactures traditional built up systems modified bitumen membrane systems hybrid built up and modified bitumen systems.

Since flat roofs have little to no pitch the water would work itself underneath the shingles or tiles eventually rotting the substrate and. These roofs have living plants that are typically installed in tray systems on the top of the flat roof surface.