Is a Built-up roof the right roof for your residential or commercial property?
‘The sky's the limit if you have a roof over your head.’ And choosing the right kind of roof is a good investment for a rainy day! While designing a residential or commercial property, it is necessary to know the best sort of roof to have for the property. The #1 roofing company in Fayetteville, NC, Blue Ribbon Roofing, provides all roofing services for residential and commercial properties - from replacement or repair to new roofs, inspections, and even financial solutions for your roofing requirements.
What are Built-up Roofs?
Built-up roofs are for buildings having flat roofs or roofs with low slopes. They are also called BUR and have been in vogue for a long time. They are economical and can last from 15 to 40 years at times. It is the preferred form of roofing for most commercial buildings and multi-storied structures. However, built-up roofing is a complex process requiring an experienced roofer with a professional team like Blue Ribbon Roofing to get the job done right.
Built-up roofing is a specialized system that consists of many layers of roofing material or panels that are laid down and then fortified with binding or adhesive materials like asphalt and bitumen. Sheet roofing layers are alternated with the adhesives to provide strength and solidity to the roof and seal it from cracks or leaks that may weaken it. The final coating of stone or gravel is called aggregate. It provides protection and strengthening to the entire roof and makes it durable and able to weather the harsh elements of nature. This layer is continuous, sealing and reinforcing the surface. It is a unique system and one of the most practical options for flat or low slope buildings and structures. But it is also a very technical process that should be well understood before application to any building.
Another noteworthy feature of the built-up roof is the insulation layers incorporated into the roofing enhancing the quality of the roof. The final reflective coating sprayed on top further protects the building from Ultra Violet radiation and acts as a defense against the impact of heavy weather conditions. A commercial roofer will choose the materials carefully after considering the budget, the weather conditions, and the structure to come up with the best solution.
Why Built-up Roofs?
A roof protects the building from rain and other natural elements. In sloping roofs that have tiles or shingles, rainwater will flow away. But on a flat roof, the rainwater has nowhere to go and will get collected on the top. If tiles or shingles are used like in sloping roofs, the water may go through the gaps and cause leaks. That is why a built-up roof is an ideal solution for flat or minimal slope roofs. The many layers fortify the roof and the material used protects the structure from UV rays. The layers also provide insulation.
This type of roofing is best for commercial buildings and high-rise buildings. While installing a built-up roof does take some time and involves chemical procedures that can be slightly hazardous besides being a little more costly, it is the best type of roofing for flat structures and can last up to 40 years. The Blue Ribbon roofing company has earned the golden star of trust by being selected for the prestigious honor of being the Preferred Contractor with Owens Corning because of their commitment to the highest quality of services and their “reliability and professional craftsmanship.” Call Blue Ribbon Roofing, Fayetteville, NC, for all your roofing needs at (910) 483-7663.
