I Just Purchased a Building with a Flat Roof - What do I need to know?
If you’ve recently purchased a building, you have likely walked through some of the basic checklists for building maintenance. One aspect of your building that should not be overlooked is the roof. Flat roofs are a common feature on homes with limited snow and rainfall. They’re also really common with commercial buildings. Because of the flat roof design, water and snow settle in the roof differently. So how you maintain your roof will be different than an angled room. Here’s what you need to know to ensure that your flat roof is properly maintained: What You Should Know About Flat Roofs Buying a building is a significant investment, and so it only makes sense that you want to take care of it. This includes the flat roof. It is crucial to learn about your roof so that you can be sure that it lasts as long as its reported lifespan. Types of Flat Roofs Just like pitched roofs, there are a variety of options available for flat roofs: Built-Up Roof (BUR) BUR is one of the ...