What are the difference in a 10 year system to the 20 year system

The difference is in the quality of the membranes the 10 year system is a economy roof system the cap sheet that will be typically OK to minus 10 degrees were as a 20 year system will be -35 degrees BBA rated and carry a fire rating and have a stronger carrier a 10 year system has a 2mm underlay a 20 year system has a 4 mm underlay.

How many layers will a flat roof have

A standard installation will have 3 layers the first layer is a perforated felt which allows trapped gases and moisture to disperse. the second layer is a underlay laid with separate apron upstands the third being the cap sheet. also laid with separate aprons. insulated roof systems are 5 ply as a waterproofed metal lined vapor barrier is installed to the deck then the p.u.r boards.

What is the difference between App and SBs roofing felts

The basic difference between SBS and APP is that APP-modified bitumen is a "plastic asphalt" and SBS-modified bitumen is an "elastic asphalt." . While its melting point is only slightly lower than that of APP, higher end felts are typically SBS as it doesn't have the same flow characteristics as APP-modified bitumen.

Will my flat roof need to be maintained and inspected

whatever type of roof you have installed be it torch on , fiberglass ,EPDM, single ply if laid as a licensed installer will need to be annually maintained and inspected as part of the guarantee requirements , the same as a new car has to be serviced to use a metaphor.

Are the guarantees for material and labour

The guarantees are covered for material and labour by the manufacturer when being installed by a Licensed approved installer the guarantees are insurance indemnified by Groupama .

What is the difference between a a licensed installer and a roofer

A licensed installer has been vetted and trained to install the product by the manufacturer who developed it. The training is usually backed up by site visits during the projects and signed off to ensure compliance and quality for the roof project being installed. Also the system can be designed specifically for your roof shape and design tailoring a system for each individual roof project. You can not buy approved installer only products from your local roofing store they can only be attained from the manufacturer as a licensed installer. The materials are of a higher grade than what is sold for domestic use as these types of roof system are designed for heavier commercial use installations .

why us

We have been installing flat roofs for 35 years we started off using hot pots and roll and pour methods, and have moved on with the technology working closely with manufacturers by adapting there standards in the design and training. Commercially we have installed tens of thousands of meters as a preferred contractor and our commercial expertise we bring to the domestic market. The torch on systems we install are licensed installer products only meaning that you can only buy the systems direct from the manufacturer as a licensed installer for there product. we work only with high quality systems which have the highest fire ratings and warranty’s of up to 25 years dependant on the manufacturer.