Flat Roofing for Home Extensions
The current housing market is evolving. Instead of moving when homes get too small, more and more families are instead opting to extend the space they are in. This is due to a number of reasons, from not wanting the hassle of packing everything up and moving, to loving the place they are in and not wanting to leave. It is also easier and more cost-effective now than ever to increase your space with a flat roof extension. Innovations and design progressions with flat roofs mean they are stylish as well as practical. They can also be more cost-effective and take less time than a pitched roof extension. Here are the top reasons you should get a flat roof for your home extension and what you need to think about before getting one yourself.
Before building a flat roofing extension
There are a number of things you need to consider before getting a flat roof extension and that includes getting planning permission, understanding the look you want for the space and deciding what materials you want to be used.
Long-lasting
While flat roofing used to be seen as impractical, many advancements mean that this is no longer the case. While the roof is called “flat” there is actually a slight pitch to help drain rainwater in bad weather. The roof can also be made from materials such as rubber and PVC which are long-lasting and don’t require huge amounts of maintenance.
More space
A flat roof extension is a great way to give you more space for your home, without too much work. There is no need for supporting beams which can often take up unnecessary space and you could also add on large glass windows to flood the room with light and create the illusion of an even larger room too.
Plenty of opportunities
With a flat roof, there are also more things you can do than with a pitched roof. You could turn the top flat surface into a balcony or roof garden to relax on. They also give a seamless internal finish from the current building and new extension.
Cost-effective
A flat roof extension is a more cost-effective option as they require less structural engineering and can be created with more affordable materials than a pitched roof.
Adds value
Flat roof extensions add value not only to your own living experience in the house but also to the property value as a whole.
To find out more about investing in flat roofing for home extensions, get in touch today.