Flat Roof Pebbles

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Flat roof pebbles.

All three types of flat roofing cost 250 to 350 per square 100 square feet but prices vary according to region and size of the roof. Our range of flat roof pebbles and roofing aggregates are perfect for use on a variety of residential and commercial buildings. Caledonia river washed pebbles designed to provide a vegetation fire break. Leaks and moisture probably the most common problems with flat roofs leaks and lingering moisture are issues that can be dealt with effectively as long as you stay on top of them.

Just like any roof a flat roof will develop leaks but since it s flat the water doesn t have anywhere to go but straight down. The purpose of gravel on a flat roof. These covering materials can be used to protect the building membranes on the roof from the sun s uv rays which over time may cause structural damage and deterioration. To protect the underlying layer of roofing materials as is the case with built up roofs burs.

Basically alternating layers of the two materials were laid down in order to create a weatherproof finish. Gravel is used on flat roofs for two reasons. Flat roofs are known as being problematic with many suffering leaks. However in my own experience the problems with leaking flat roofs are usually as a result of either poor workmanship installing the roof membrane poor maintenance by the building owner or as a result of age.

Prices from 5 43 for 25kg pebble bags. Pros and cons for flat roof materials. Also buy complete pebble packs for your sized roof. On many flat roof low slope commercial buildings it s common to see gravel on top of the roof.

The method of choice for constructing a flat roof used to be with gravel and tar. Have you ever wondered why contractors install gravel on flat roofs.