Professional Garage Roof Replacement

Materials For A Replacement Garage Roof
 

As one of Harrow's top garage roof replacement companies, we have experience across the board and the variety of materials that can be used. If you decide to hire The Harrow Roofers for your replacement garage roof, we will go through the various materials available and their benefits with you. For replacing a garage roof, the most popular options are:

EPDM Rubber

EPDM - short for ethylene propylene diene monomer - is a very durable synthetic rubber derived from oil and natural gas, with properties that make it both viscous and elastic. This means it can expand and contract with the weather and return back to its original shape which makes it a popular flat roofing choice for a huge range of different buildings. Highly resistant to weathering, UV and infrared light, it means that EPDM roofing is durable, long-lasting and reliable. And depending on your budget we will aim to keep the garage replacement cost as affordable as possible.

We are proud of our green credentials, another benefit of EPDM Rubber is its environmental benefits because of the minimal manufacturing processes required to produce it, and the fact that it's made from 100% recycled rubber. With correct installation of a new garage roof, EPDM rubber has excellent insulating properties. This means that a flat roof made from EPDM can provide greater efficiency for the building to protect your belongings inside your garage. EPDM is also highly resistant to fire and can actually help to slow down the progression in the event of a fire.

A new garage roof made with EPDM should last around 20 years and it requires only minimal maintenance and repairs. Call our replacement garage roof specialists today to discuss EPDM Rubber for you new installation project.

GRP/Fibreglass

GRP - short for glass reinforced plastic - is also called fibreglass roofing and is a durable, weatherproof solution with an aesthetically attractive finish. GRP roofing is formed when a catalysed resin is applied to decking and a layer of fibreglass is then laid on top followed by a second layer of catalysed resin and a fire retardant top coat resin applied.

Fibreglass roofs are incredibly robust and durable and can last up to 25 years when used for replacement garage roofs. They are also easy to maintain, with easy repairs and cleaning needed from time to time. As flat roof specialists, what we love about GRP roofs is their flexibility, because it means that they can be easily shaped to any roof design and allows for fast and simple installation. When a new garage roof is correctly fitted with GRP, it will be completely waterproof so you won't have to worry about leakages and water damage even in heavy rain.

Our replacement garage roof experts would be happy to answer any questions about GRP/Fibreglass for your home.

Self-Adhesive Felt

When it comes to replacing a garage roof, if you are thinking about applying new roofing yourself, self-adhesive roofing felt is a common place to start for DIY-ers and creates a minimal look that can blend in stylishly with most contemporary properties. Self-adhesive felt can be laid on a new garage roof without the need for naked flames. Plus, installing it is faster, safer and easier for homeowners that need to save money on hiring specialist flat roofing companies for installation. To apply, the film first needs to be peeled off, and then the felt will self-bond to the roofing structure.

Because of its durability and resistance to weather, a self-adhesive felt flat garage roof replacement can last up to 15 years if it is fitted and maintained correctly. The materials adds a protective layer that is resilient to wet weather, preventing excess moisture building up and therefore damage from damp and water. We would welcome a call to tell you more about self-adhesive felt for your new garage roof.

Torch-On Felt

Torch-on felt is just how it sounds, and applied to your roof using a blowtorch with naked flame. It is made up of three layers of modified bitumen melt-welded onto the surface and each other to form a robust, weather-proof seal. The use of the three layers of felt is necessary to meet stipulated building regs for habitable home areas.

Replacement garage roofs using torch-on felt are extremely durable and resilient, and provides the maximum resistance to harsh weather conditions and maintains cool temperatures inside all through the summer. The heat applied seal means that your roof will be completely watertight, making it a practical flat roofing choice for areas that suffer from heavy rainfall.

Because the fitting process includes the use of naked flames, we would always recommend getting quotes from professional flat roofing companies in the area and not trying it yourself. Hiring a specialist to lay your torch-on felt roofing is the safest option and our team would be happy to discuss it with you.

Call us today and we'll answer your questions and schedule a visit to inspect your roof, walk you through the options and give you a free and no obligation quote.