Many people don’t realize just how intricate their roofing system is. A flat roof is designed to be simple, economical, yet durable over the years. It doesn’t require a lot of maintenance, although it is designed with the idea of regular inspection and maintenance. If an aspect of the roof design is compromised it will eventually result in a leak. Inspections are important because eventually a component will wear out or be damaged by an outside force and begin a leak.

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The flat roof offers some distinct advantages over the traditional peaked roof. Although it’s typically viewed as an industrial or commercial building style, it has a place on residential structures as well. With some designs, the entire roof can be flat; with others a portion of the building can incorporate the horizontal design feature. Whether residential or commercial, there are reasons concerning structure, practicality and aesthetics toward choosing a flat roof.

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