Fibreglass systems
Used for seamless flat-roof applications where the full system and edge detailing are correctly formed.
FLAT ROOFING
Small fall.
Big job to do.
Flat roofs depend on the whole system working together: the surface, edges, outlets and junctions all need to move water away without giving it a route inside.
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COMMON FLAT-ROOF SYSTEMS
The material matters.
The detailing matters more.
Skylight works across common flat-roof systems. The appropriate repair or renewal route depends on the existing build-up, condition and junction details.
Built-up felt systems
A familiar flat-roof route where layers, laps, outlets and upstands need to remain sound.
Rubber membrane systems
Membrane-based flat roofing where seams, perimeter details and penetrations are critical.
WHAT WE LOOK AT
A flat roof can fail at the field or at the edges.
01Surface splits, cracks or punctures02Perimeter and upstand detailing03Outlets and rainwater drainage04Junctions, penetrations and flashings05Previous patch repairs and weak points
REPAIR OR REPLACE?
Let the condition decide the route.
For isolated defects, a targeted repair may be appropriate. For widespread deterioration, renewal of the flat-roof system can be the more sensible long-term option.
FLAT ROOFING / LEEDS & WEST YORKSHIRE
Flat roof repairs and replacement for garages, extensions and other flat-roof areas.
Skylight provides flat roofing work across Leeds and West Yorkshire, including investigation of leaks, local repairs and complete flat roof renewal where the existing system is no longer serviceable. Flat roofs rely on more than the main waterproof surface: edges, upstands, outlets, penetrations and junctions all need to work together to move rainwater away.
Common flat roof systems include GRP fibreglass, built-up felt and rubber membrane systems. The appropriate route depends on the existing roof, the condition of the substrate and details, the extent of any deterioration and the agreed specification. Pooling water, splits, cracking, failed edges, previous patch repairs and internal staining are all reasons to have a flat roof assessed.
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FLAT ROOF FAQ
Repair, renew or investigate?
Can a leaking flat roof be repaired?
It can be when the defect is sufficiently localised and the wider system remains serviceable. Widespread deterioration or repeated patching can make replacement the more sensible option.
Which flat roof systems do you work around?
Skylight's flat roofing service covers common systems including GRP fibreglass, felt and rubber membrane roofs, with the repair or renewal route based on the existing build-up and condition.
Why is water pooling on my flat roof?
Ponding can relate to falls, drainage, outlets or local deformation. It should be assessed alongside the rest of the roof rather than treated as a surface-only issue.
Do you cover flat roofing across West Yorkshire?
Yes. Flat roofing enquiries are welcomed across Leeds and West Yorkshire, including surrounding towns and communities.