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Strong, durable and sustainable, flat roofs are changing the way Britain builds, fast becoming the hallmark of modern homes across the UK. With sleek aesthetics, effortless upkeep and performance that lasts for decades, they deliver everything today’s homeowners demand - uncompromising quality, smart value and an eco-friendly durability that redefines low-maintenance living. Modern Appeal. Sleek, contemporary look for homes, extensions and garden rooms.
Let’s be honest, EPDM roofs are fairly upfront about what makes them happy. The epitome of low maintenance, they’re not needy - but they do expect to be treated with respect from the off. Give them careful prep, thoughtful installation, and boom… you’ll lock in a decades-long commitment, forged with strong bonds and the kind of trust that weathers anything. Since roofs can’t grab you
Flat roofs are popular for garages, extensions, dormers, and commercial buildings, but even the best systems eventually reach the end of their lifespan. If your roof is leaking, bubbling, or beyond patching, it might be time to consider a flat roof replacement. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to know when it’s time to replace, the best materials for 2025 and what
“What is an upstand on a flat roof?” is a common question answered by the PermaRoof UK expert team. The answer is not standard and depends on the type of project you’re working on. We’re here to help and in this article, we’ll look at what an upstand is, how you deal with them and what the UK building regs say. This
Flat roofing systems offer a range of benefits for both residential and commercial buildings. From cost and energy efficiency to simpler design and construction, the advantages can be far-reaching and numerous. As flat roofing experts, we’re here to highlight some of the top reasons that flat roofs are losing their traditional bad reputation. Let’s take a closer look… Cost-Effective Construction Compared to pitched roofs,
Rob the Roofer returns this month with the answer to another of your top questions. Our resident EPDM installation expert is a part of the professional training team, working with trade roofers from across the UK as they experience high quality EPDM training and liquid waterproofing courses. Which substrates can EPDM membrane be adhered to? Find out what Rob the
Rob the Roofer is here with another instalment of our popular video series. Our resident EPDM expert is a part of the professional training team, working with trade roofers from across the UK and providing high quality EPDM training and liquid waterproofing courses. Should the Roof Surface be Cleaned Before Installing EPDM? Find out what Rob the Roofer has to
Rob the Roofer is here again with the seventh instalment of our now popular video series. Our resident EPDM installation expert is a part of the professional training team, working with trade roofers from across the UK and delivering high quality EPDM training and liquid waterproofing courses. Is the Installation of EPDM Dependent on the Weather? Find out what Rob
‘How to install a flat roof’ is a topic that the PermaRoof UK experts are talking about every day. We offer our customers full support and a range of free install guides to help you through. Let’s take a look at it in more detail. Where to start If you’re DIYing your flat roof covering, we’d always recommend a lightweight
‘What is blue roofing?” is a question that the PermaRoof UK experts are being asked more and more when discussing sustainable roofing projects. Let’s take a look at it in more detail. What is a blue roof? Blue roofing is a complex temporary water storage solution installed above the waterproofing membrane, most commonly on flat roofs. There are several design