We’ve come up with three things you can do to make sure your flat roofing is ready for winter.

Look after your gutters

Gutters can easily and quickly become clogged with leaves and other fallen debris during the autumn. Making sure that gutters remain clear is paramount, as this is one of the most common causes of leaking roofing and water ingress during the winter.

Permaroof Kent can install a product that can help to prevent clogged gutters. The Gutterbrush sits inside the gutter box and is designed to allow water to pass through but captures leaves and other small debris in plastic bristles which can then easily blow away.

A simple idea, but one that brings peace of mind for years once installed.

Insulate your flat roofing

Insulation can protect your flat roof from low temperatures. A cold roof is much more susceptible to mould, cracks and ultimately, leaking. Making sure the inside of your roof is well insulated can help to prevent ice damage and condensation problems through heat loss.

Although insulation is ideally carried out during the warmer months, it is never too late to add insulation where needed.

Consider replacing flat roof coverings

The hot sun of the summer months beating down on a flat roof can lead to problems during the winter. When outdated roofing becomes hot, it can bubble up across the roof surface. Certain types of roofing, such as bituminous felt, are highly susceptible to this. If bubbles are left, once dried out they crack and create vulnerable spots across the roofing that will leak once ice creeps in when it gets cold.

Replacing outdated roofing with a modern alternative, such as an EPDM flat roofing system, can give longevity and reliability to roofing for decades. EPDM has a life expectancy of more than five decades, which can mean the difference between a leaking roof and a reliable one for years to come.

Looking after your flat roofing over winter and following a few simple guidelines can ensure you keep a dry building without the worry of incurring expensive flat roof repairs or damage. Talk to Permaroof Kent today and book your free roofing survey before the winter sets in.

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It is high time for felt to move over in favour of more sustainable roofing methods. But felt has been around for a long time, and it has been the material of choice for a long time too. More and more homeowners are looking for a better solution to domestic waterproofing – one that doesn’t need to be replaced every few years, especially for a flat garage roof. Liquid rubber roofing could provide the ideal alternative to outdated felt. Let’s look at a few reasons why.

Comparing the cost

One of the cheapest flat roofing materials out there is felt and therefore this has been the go-to-choice for several years for domestic buildings. However, homeowners should also keep in mind that liquid rubber can be much more cost effective over its lifespan. And it gives a much better result than you can hope to achieve from felt.

The durability of liquid rubber vs felt

Felt may have been used for some time, but it doesn’t always stand the test of time. Felt won’t always be able to withstand extreme weathers and extreme temperatures, which isn’t ideal for an outside building in the UK.

Liquid rubber in comparison, is long-lasting and durable over its expected lifespan of up to 30 years. It provides a perfect seal and is ideal for roofing projects with awkward elements and tight corners where membrane cannot reach.

As you can see, liquid rubber might just be the option that you have been looking for in order to get a seamlessly reliable seal for your roof project. So, what are you waiting for? Give Permaroof Kent a call today and book your free liquid rubber roofing survey and fast quote. We offer insurance-backed workmanship guarantees as standard in addition to materials warranty for your peace of mind.

Talk to us to discuss your Kent roofing projects or visit the liquid rubber roofing page to find out more.

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Careful planning and design is required, due to the complex nature of installation of a green roof in the UK. Once installed correctly, with the right combination of planting for your environment, a living roof requires very little maintenance, and can provide a sustainable, and aesthetically beautiful flat roof that will last for years.

What is a green roof?

A green roof consists of several layers, including waterproofing and drainage layers, rooting layers and planting. The order in which these layers are installed is a critical process and making mistakes can mean the difference between success and failure of your green roof.

Living roofing has been growing in popularity for more than a decade and has been installed over the world in some of the most striking buildings and places. This is contributing to this type of installation becoming popular in the domestic market as well as being well-established in the commercial world. The growth of environmentally-friendly green, or sedum roofing is being noted for its ability to sustain wildlife and help with water conservation and retention in cities all over the globe.

Getting the right advice and installation

If you’ve tried to get advice about your project in Kent, you’ll have seen a whole range of information from all over the internet. If it is genuine, professional advice you are after, Permaroof Kent are right there at the forefront, with a mission to ‘Make the UK Greener – One Roof at a Time.’

We use Firestone’s EPDM rubber roof membrane, the ideal moisture barrier for living roof installations. EPDM membrane has an expected lifespan of more than 50 years, and when laid correctly in this type of installation, can give your roof longevity you can be confident in.

Permaroof Kent can offer you advice about your entire installation and guide you through your options. We can advise you on your planting methods or handle it all for you. Talk to us about your Kent green roof project and book your no-obligation survey today or visit our green roof systems page to find out more.

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About Permaroof Kent Flat Roofing Contractors

Established in 2014, we have gone from strength to strength, building up a healthy portfolio of commercial roofing projects. We work with commercial projects such as shops, shopping centres, office blocks and attractions. For our industrial customers we can complete factory or warehouse roofing projects, and we have also worked with local councils on a range of projects for public buildings or areas.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information about any of our services. All our installations come with an insurance backed 10-year workmanship guarantee. This is in addition to the 20-year warranty offered on the EPDM. We offer this to all our customers FREE OF CHARGE.

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