Should I convert my flat roof to a pitched roof?

Does your flat roof pond water? 

Should I convert my flat roof to a pitched roof? Does your flat roof pond water? There are many benefits to converting a flat roof to a pitched roof. Many ongoing concerns with flat roofs are water sitting on the roof, possible mold issues from moisture between drywall and the roof, and no attic space or ventilation.

Are you tired of dealing with the same old flat roof issues? Then consider some of the options available today.

1. Replace the roof with a quality roofing product such as self-adhered roof systems.
2. Clean the roof and apply a primer, then a white roof coating product for longevity.
3. Pitch the roof with a roof-tapered system.
4. Pitch roofs with wood rafters, commonly called sleepers.

 

Or, for aesthetic reasons, you may just want to pitch the roof with rafters or trusses to match the existing house roof.

Pitched roofs with shingles or metal look better than flat ones. Plus, the following benefits to converting a flat roof to a pitched roof, in addition to being esthetically nicer, are; 

• A pitched roof can also be more energy efficient, as a high insulation R-value can be installed in the attic space.  
• Pitch roofs can have a 40% longer life than flat roofs.
• Insurance companies will not insure a flat roof after a certain period of time.
• The home value will increase with a flat roof conversion.
• No longer annoyed with another drip-drip-drip.
• The constant fear of a rainstorm while you are away from home.

 

General Contractors

As general contractors, we can build and install systems that other roofers cannot do having only a roof license. There are many options available for the homeowner when it comes to pitching flat roofs. One popular system is a taper roof system.

Taper Roof Systems

Taper roof systems can pitch a flat roof 1/8″ and 1/4″ per foot. The taper boards can also add some insulating value to the roof. These taper boards are installed to the wood deck with screws and 3″ plates to hold to the deck. Depending on the conditions and expense, the right system can be installed to meet your needs.

With systems available today, there is no reason a homeowner should put up with roof water leaks. We can consult you on which system or product best suits your conditions. Whether a small pitch with sleepers or a large pitch with trusses, we have installed hundreds of them and can install either one for the homeowner. Are you looking to eliminate water on the flat roof leaking whenever it rains?

We are trained and experienced in the many options available to homeowners and can identify what option would be best for your conditions. You can contact Florida Roofing and Renovations Inc., which is State-Certified and has both licenses in Florida, for a free estimate. We excel in all types of roofing and renovations mentioned in this article. 

 

Contact us here.   321-914-3360