While flat-roof systems have an official lifespan of about 25 years, anyone who actually has a flat roof knows you’re lucky if you get a decade out of them before they start to leak and ...

You’ve heard the Guys for years saying that any building needs a great roof and a great foundation. But in that discussion, we have ignored a huge segment of the roofing market: flat roofs.

Homeowners and builders should prioritize suitable roofing systems, like membranes or other flat-roof-specific materials, to ensure reliability, prevent leaks, and extend the roof’s lifespan.

flag=S&rep_id=51918 The building industry is a key end-user of flat roofing systems. The industry is expanding rapidly in developing countries such as India, China, and South Africa. The ...

Here are the key components and design considerations: For the flat roof build-up: Substrate AVCL (air and vapour control layer) Insulation Underlayer (if required) Capsheet layer (top layer). Design ...

The commercial insurance market in southern California continues to evolve, and building owners and property managers must be proactive in adapting to these changes. Our team has been providing ...

She has a passion for lifestyle topic... If your flat roof needs replacing, you’re in luck (sort of) because it’s among the most affordable roofing types to replace: however, it can still get ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...