Flat roofs

[Paulboy]

Can someone tell me what flat roofs are like these days if i was thinking of a kitchen extension , has thier design and quality improved these days, are they still quite a bit cheaper then a pitched roof still?

 

[breezer]

yes they are cheaper, and yes they still leak

 

[Paulboy]

thats answered that lol

 

[noseall]

although they are less expensive than a pitched roof, they are relatively more expensive than flat roofs of old, particularly with the use of kingspan and cellotex type insulations.

 

[Nige F]

coverd with lead they`re just as dear as they always were and last just as long provided the Dingles don`t knick it

 

[^woody^]

As long as you understand that the felt needs replacing in about 10-15 years, then there is no reason dismiss them.

 

[markie]

Flat roofs are ok if done right, the cheaper option of the two but pitch roofs look better imo tho, but I guess it all depend on £

 

[nibs]

I wish i had never read this thread as plans all drawn up now [flat roof].
Although i did plan on having it f/glassed any views on this method as well as cost ext will be 3.7mx8.9m .Surely f/glass should stand the test of time.

 

[Paulboy]

oops soz!, what are u having built?

 

[Nige F]

I wish i had never read this thread as plans all drawn up now [flat roof].
Although i did plan on having it f/glassed any views on this method as well as cost ext will be 3.7mx8.9m .Surely f/glass should stand the test of time.

two words.............Reliant.............Robin

 

[prod]

felt roofs done correctly and with good quality materials should last 30+ years, the manufacturers give at least 10 year guarantees on their products