Flat roofs were once considered a liability, because often they were poorly insulated and constructed, and prone to leaks. However, modern materials and methods mean that this is no longer the case, and today there are many reasons why a flat roof is a first-class option. Here’s a look at some of the main advantages.

1. You can work around height limitations

Flat roofs allow you to maximise the height of the internal rooms, and also comply with any height restrictions that are stipulated for your design. This may particularly be the case if you have a single storey extension. Not adding a sloping roof onto an extension also means that you can avoid blocking the view from the windows above.

2. You can use the roof for a second purpose

Flat roofs are more suitable than pitched roofs for secondary purposes, and are easier to access. Countryside properties often have green roofs to blend into the surroundings, for example. They can also be used for roof gardens, terraces, or to install solar panels.

If you intend to walk on your flat roof, make sure that your contractor is aware from the start, as it will need to have the correct level of load resistance and the right surfacing and so on. It should be possible to adapt an existing flat roof for another purpose, with the right professional advice.

3. They are cheaper and easier to install

Because flat roofs use fewer materials than a pitched roof, they are almost always the cheaper option. They also require less labour to install, and the cost of the materials themselves is also cheaper when compared to the tiles and so on needed for a pitched roof. The timeframe needed to install a flat roof is also much shorter.

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