Flat roofs are common here in Florida, for good reason. In addition to giving our homes a unique appearance, flat roofs have several advantages over their traditional sloped, shingled counterparts:
Flat roofs are less expensive to install than pitched roofs because they use fewer materials and labor. They don’t take up as much vertical space and are useful in commercial projects where controlling costs is a priority. (more…)
Flat roofs are common here in Florida on both residential and commercial properties. While part of our love affair with the flat roof is aesthetic only, there are some functional reasons for having a flat roof too. They offer extra living space, more interior living space, are easier to house large appliances like an HVAC system or solar panels, and cost less than a traditional pitched roof. Repairs can also be cheaper since getting on a flat roof is much safer than a pitched roof and flat roof materials are generally inexpensive. However, flat roofs require special maintenance to keep them in their best shape.
Crawl up on your roof at least three times per year or more often to inspect the flat roof. Suppose you don’t feel comfortable checking it out; set up a preventative inspection schedule with a local licensed roofer for your roof type. Address all issues found in inspection immediately.
Keep all debris, including limbs and other tree waste, off of your flat roof. If there are trees nearby, consider trimming them back. Flat roofs allow debris to collect more quickly than pitched roofs, but they’re also easier to clean since you can walk on them.
Every roofing material has its benefits and drawbacks. It’s to understand each type of roofing’s unique differences before selecting the best choice for your property. If you’re debating between a flat roof or a tile roof, here’s what you should know.
A tile roof is traditionally made from slate or fired clay or terracotta products. However, it’s now common to modernize the tile roof concept with molded, tinted concrete instead. Roofing tiles come in many different shapes and sizes, so they’re easy to customize to your exact wishes: curved, flat, flute, and interlocking.
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