FLAT ROOFING BOURNEMOUTH

Key Factors

• Durability: EPDM is far more durable than felt and can withstand the more extreme scales of weather across the year. Felt is susceptible to blistering in hot weather and cracking in the cold. EPDM will not experience these issues. Rubber roofing is also far more flexible which reduces the risk of leaks, and in case of accidental damage it is extremely easy and cost-effective to repair.

 

• Cost: Felt membranes are a cheaper alternative to EPDM, but felt roofing systems consist of several layers, while EPDM systems consist of a single ultra-durable membrane, so a greater quantity of materials is needed for felt systems. The much higher performance levels of EPDM rubber means that it offers much better value for money, so EPDM is cost-effective. In addition, due to the need for naked-flame gas torches to install felt, contractors’ insurance costs are much higher, resulting in the comparative cost of EPDM being very affordable. 

 

• Installation: Installing torch-on felt roofing necessitates the use of naked flame gas torches and bitumen boilers with the associated fire risks, to lay several layers of felt. The procedure is time and labour intensive. On the other hand, EPDM membranes are applied cold. They use a specialist adhesive solution which is not only safe but time efficient too. 

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The skill and attention to detail that is the hallmark of our highly trained professionals work ethic can be counted on to guarantee a neat, environmentally friendly, long-lasting and leak-free roof. 

 

• Appearance: Felt roofing has a variety of colours available, compared to black and white rubber membranes. However, this must be tempered with the fact that felt’s lack of durability can lead to an unpleasant aesthetic. Felt quickly attracts the growth of algae and moss. The fast degradation of the surface of felt means that any repairs cannot blend-in, and they look patchy. The opposite is true of EPDM.

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