Everyone knows what a roof is but how do you define what a flat roof is? Some roofs have a slight slop but are technically flat. So just what is a flat roof? A flat roof, or low-slope roof as it is commonly called in the industry, is any roof with a slight incline. An...
The trend lately has been to go green when building a structure, but it seems that architects are stuck in the past when it comes to the type of flat roof that is installed. Maybe they do not know about the new, environmentally friendly, white roof option, or maybe...
Importance of Roof Flashing The roof of any structure is the most overlooked feature. Not only do building owners take it for granted, architects and unfortunately, some roofing companies, don’t spend the time to properly seal the roof from the effects of wind, rain,...
Finding a roofing contractor around the Oakville, Burlington area can be a tough job. If you have a flat roof, you will know that it requires special materials that are more costly than standard roofing shingles used on a...
What would you think if you looked out the office window and gazed at a beautiful green roof lush with vegetation instead of the usual black tar and gravel? You would be amazed and wondering if you were seeing an illusion wouldn’t you? Well, that is not an illusion...
Winter is Coming, Time to Prepare As summer winds down and the leaves prepare to start falling, now is a good time to have your flat roof inspected for possible problems. By the time the snow hits the ground, our phone will be ringing off the hook with customers...
Essential Flat Roofing offers four types of flat roofing; EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer), TPO (Thermo-plastic Polyolefin Roofing Membranes), BUR (Built-Up Roofing - Tar and Gravel) and Modified Bitumen. Contact us today for all your roofing needs.
All roofs are exposed to the elements: wind, rain, snow and sun all play a part in breaking down your roof over time. Flat roofs are no exception to the rule. In fact, flat roof repair can be the bane of many businesses and homeowners. It does not have to be that way,...
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