FLAT ROOF

There are two different technologies of flat roofs that you can find throughout the Lower Mainland:

Tar and Gravel: This is an older technology that can still be seen on many roofs today. It was applied with 4 or 5 plies of asphalt based organic felt paper held together with mop applied layers of hot asphalt (tar). Gravel was then placed on top to hold everything down against wind uplift and to protect the asphalt from the sun’s UV rays.

Torch on: This new method of roofing has allowed installer to eliminate the use of unsafe tar melting. This new product is made from either polyester or fiberglass base, then coated with asphalt that has been modified with a rubber additive. The rubber gives the roof strength, flexibility and makes it easy to work with at extremely low temperatures.

Some of our suppliers include: Elk/GAF, Iko, Certainteed, TruSlate, Malarkey and Teal Jones Cedar.

If you have any questions or would like a FREE quote please call us at 604.263.0334