what's my flat roof?

Posted by Q on May 28, 2006, 6:29 am

The home we purchased two years ago has a flat roof. Previous owner
wasn't sure about the top coating. Now we have leaks, etc. Our only
info is visual - silver color; lots of mountains and valleys (where
rain water likes to pool) and a soft feel as you walk on it. Some one
said it was a rubber roof; other said it wasn't; it's got many crack
plus it doesn't run at a slant so that it drains out the several drain
spouts --no roofer we've contacted has given a good idea -- like they
are pulling "solutions" out of a hat.....what can we do?

Posted by tbasc@bellsouth.net on May 28, 2006, 6:58 am

Look for an engineer.
Your description sounds like the entire roof system needs repair at
least.
You may end up with sloped inslulation to encourage draining.
Forensic engineers and architects may be able to help.
They can at least suggest who in your area has experience.
Please let us know what happens.
TB

Posted by Q on May 29, 2006, 6:28 am

Thanks - in my heart I know we need a pro. Roofs are too important to
do otherwise. QJ

Posted by marson on May 28, 2006, 7:51 am

that's not a rubber roof. rubber roofs are black and look like, well,
rubber. it won't crack. they are definitely the way to go for flat
roof. you'll want to find a roofer who is experienced with rubber
roofs. in my area i would look for a roofer who does commercial work,
cause that's where most of the flat roofs are.

Posted by Q on May 29, 2006, 6:30 am

Thanks for your message. It helps QJ

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