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What is Built-Up Roofing?

Built-up roofing is the most common type of low-slope roof you will come across. It is composed of several layers of bitumen with a layer of gravel on top to protect the surface from heat, snow, and rain. More modern installations now come with a layer of rigid...

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Flat Roof Safety

Flat Roof Safety One would think that a flat roof would be relatively safe to work on compared to a sloped roof. Generally, it is but there are still danger's workers must be aware of when working on a flat roof. The most important safety device you can utilize while...

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Common Problems and their Solutions for Flat Roofs

Common Problems and their Solutions for Flat Roofs There are many buildings that have a low slope or flat roof. It works well for most commercial buildings and many residential installations. However, they are like any other roof in that they require maintenance and...

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Importance of Roof Flashing [Infographic]

Essential Flat Roofing offers roof flashing for all roofing options. View our infographic below to see some of the different types of roof flashing and their importance to a roof. Contact us today for a free quote.

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Modified Bituminous Membrane

The Modified Bituminous Membrane (MBM), is a traditional waterproofing method for flat roofs. It has been around a long time for the main reason that it works well and lasts a long time. When other methods have been used to waterproof your roof and failed, the MBM...

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Flat Roof Snow Removal

Flat Roof Snow Removal Fall weather is here, and it won't be long until the snow starts to fall. Here in Southern Ontario snow accumulation is usually relatively light, but at times we do get significant snow falls. When we do you need to pay attention to your flat...

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What is a Flat Roof?

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...

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Is a White Roof the Right Roof in a Cold Climate?

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...

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Importance of Roof Flashing

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,...

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