Two Great Options For Flat Roofs

When adding a roofing material to a flat roof, you need to be careful about choosing a suitable material. Flat roofs are more vulnerable to water damage and wear. They have to deal with standing water which can have a strong deteriorating effect on any material. This is why only waterproof, sealed materials should be installed on a flat roof. Using tiles or shingles on a flat roof is never a good idea.

Since flat roofs are not visible from the ground, style is often not the biggest concern for the building or homeowner. That is, since nobody will be seeing their roof, it might not matter what it looks like. This is why spray foam and asphalt roofs are very popular. This article compares these two roofing materials and how they perform on flat roofs.

Spray Foam Roof

Spray foam roofing materials are lightweight yet durable. The foam is rubbery, waterproof, slightly flexible, and it can be sprayed on pretty much any surface. The beauty of spray foam is that is can cover cracked and uneven surfaces, hiding a protecting the roof deck. This is a major advantage if you have an old roof deck that has some areas that are vulnerable to leaking.

Most spray foam products are white, but they can be painted quite easily. Once dry, spray foam paints up very nicely and can be painted with traditional exterior paints. This is one biggest perk of choosing foam over asphalt. But, the biggest perk is the fact that spray foam is thicker and provide better insulation. Spray foam can make any building with a flat roof more energy efficient.

Asphalt Roof

Asphalt roofs are reliable, even though they aren't exactly beautiful. Most asphalt roofs are dark in color and have the texture of sandpaper. They are usually chosen because they are pretty much the cheapest option. Asphalt is also quite easy to self-install. When you compare it to other roofing options, asphalt products can be installed with fewer tools or special skills. This also means that asphalt roofs are easy to repair. Spray foam roofs are applied using special tools and machines that are really only available to professionals. The tools necessary for installing an asphalt roof are much cheaper and accessible.

As you can see, asphalt and spray foam are both practical and affordable options for flat roofs. Choose the product that best fits your budget and style. Contact a company like Durafoam Roofing LLC  for more information and assistance.  

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