Which roofing system is most suitable for your commercial property?

September 24, 2014
"Your roof is an integral part of any building project. Choosing the right roof for your business is imperative. And when it comes to commercial properties – with their associated tight deadlines and budgets – this is particularly true. So which roofing systems is most suitable for your commercial property? Flat roofs are a predominant design feature amongst public and commercial buildings such as office blocks, warehouses, factories, schools and leisure centres. But have you ever wondered why so many business premises have flat roofs?"

Choosing the right flat roofing products

Your roof is an integral part of any building project. Choosing the right roof for your business is imperative. And when it comes to commercial properties – with their associated tight deadlines and budgets – this is particularly true. So which roofing systems is most suitable for your commercial property?

Flat roofs are a predominant design feature amongst public and commercial buildings such as office blocks, warehouses, factories, schools and leisure centres. But have you ever wondered why so many business premises have flat roofs?

It’s simple – they are more cost-effective and efficient in a commercial application.

Flat roofs maximise internal space and energy efficiency, which is imperative if they operate 24/7. They reduce ‘dead space’ – a common feature of pitched roofs. Flat roofs are more accessible, meaning they are easier to inspect and clean.

Plus the cost of constructing a flat roof is significantly lower than a traditional sloping roof. This means a reduction in the cost of initial construction. 

What about flat roofing materials?

Traditionally, flat roofs were constructed using felt. However, felt can prematurely fail, which leads to numerous problems. This has led to many commercial projects opting for a stronger, more reliable product with a much longer lifespan.

Here at High-Tech Membrane Roofing, we opt for our preferred Single-Ply Membranes. Specifically engineered to withstand anything the British weather has to throw at it, our flat roofing systems offer the ultimate in flat roof protection.

Initially designed for commercial applications, our flat roofing membranes form a dimensionally stable, 100% waterproof covering. They are unaffected by expansion, contraction, UV rays and airborne chemicals such as moss and algae, which can otherwise compromise the integrity of your flat roof.

High-Tech Membrane Roofing’s flat roofing solutions will never blister and as a breathable product, carries no risk of condensation.

Comprising of strong, flexible synthetic polymer sheets, our maintenance-free flat roofs require no artificial surface protection.

With proven technology and track records spanning four decades and almost every continent in the world, High-Tech Membrane Roofing’s flat roofing systems are aesthetically pleasing, environmentally friendly and well-known their fast and efficient installation time. This speed is particularly important in the commercial sector. Initial construction needs to remain within budget or alternatively, if dealing with a replacement roof, productivity needs to be maintained.

 

Make sure you choose the right installer

Once you have chosen the most suitable roof, it’s equally as important that the company installing it has plenty of experience in commercial projects.

Here at High-Tech Membrane Roofing, we have been installing market-leading flat roofing systems on both commercial and domestic properties for many years.

Based in Basildon, Essex, High-Tech Membrane Roofing is a licensed installer of Protan, Sarnafil and Alwita Single-Ply systems. Please note that our preferred systems can only be purchased and fitted by a fully licensed company, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship. Our roofing technicians have all undergone rigorous training at designated NVQ centres, and are subject to continuous assessment to guarantee that these standards continue to be met.

Does your commercial premises need a replacement flat roof? Are you involved in the construction of a new business premises?

 

Steve Thornton – Author

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