• Home Improvement
    • DIY
    • Remodeling
    • Woodworking
    • Accessories
    • Home Design
      • Furniture
      • Organize
      • Tips
      • Decor
        • Interior
        • Exterior
    • Design Ideas
      • Bathroom
      • Bedroom
      • Dining Room
      • Living Room
      • Kitchen
  • Gardening
    • Backyard
    • Front Yard
    • Landscaping
  • Building Staircase
  • Categories
    • Home Improvement
    • Decor
    • Gardening
    • Woodworking
    • Lifestyle
    • Green Living
    • Real Estate
Dream Lands Design
  • Home Improvement
    • DIY
    • Remodeling
    • Woodworking
    • Accessories
    • Home Design
      • Furniture
      • Organize
      • Tips
      • Decor
        • Interior
        • Exterior
    • Design Ideas
      • Bathroom
      • Bedroom
      • Dining Room
      • Living Room
      • Kitchen
  • Gardening
    • Backyard
    • Front Yard
    • Landscaping
  • Building Staircase
  • Categories
    • Home Improvement
    • Decor
    • Gardening
    • Woodworking
    • Lifestyle
    • Green Living
    • Real Estate
featured image - Flat Roof Types Which Is Right for Your Home or Business
You're here: Home Home Improvement Flat Roof Types: Which Is Right for Your Home or Business?

Flat Roof Types: Which Is Right for Your Home or Business?

  • Perla Irish
  • March 2, 2021
Total
2
Shares
0
0
2
0
0
Table of Contents Show
  1. 3 Flat Roof Types
  2. Built-Up Roofs
  3. Bitumen Roof
  4. Tile
  5. Looking for More Renovation Tips?

Redoing your roof is one of the best investments you can make in your property. A new roof can even turn a profit, at times. Investments in a roof renovation can yield up to 107% ROI.

Flat roofs are some of the most popular types of roofs, especially when it comes to commercial buildings. And picking the right flat roof types is a no-brainer, right?

image - Flat Roof Types Which Is Right for Your Home or Business
Flat Roof Types Which Is Right for Your Home or Business

Turns out there’s a little more to it than that. Here are some of the things you need to know about the different flat roof types to help you get the perfect roof for your building!

3 Flat Roof Types

Flat roof types have been around for as long as there have been buildings. There’s more variation and more intricacy in flat roof construction than you might imagine from their simple planes and right angles.

Built-Up Roofs

Built-up roofs are some of the most common types of flat roofs found in the United States. They’ve been built regularly for over 100 years. Built-up roofs are also sometimes referred to as bur.

Built-up roofs are some of the simplest flat roofs you can construct. They’re usually made with tar or asphalt. 2 or 3 layers of tar or asphalt are sometimes then covered with pea gravel or aggregate.


Read Also:

  • Know Your Options When Choosing Commercial Roofing Materials
  • Why Roofing Services and Maintenance are Important
  • The Flat Roof Repair Guide You’re Looking For
  • Is Flat Roofing Good for Houses?

Bitumen Roof

A bitumen roof is another simple type of flat roof. In fact, a bitumen roof is even simpler than a built-up roof

Generally speaking, a bitumen roof is usually constructed with just 2 layers There’s a sub-layer known as a base sheet. And then there’s a top layer called the cap sheet.

A bitumen roof can either be laid down hot or cold. A torch can be used to fuse the two layers. There are also peel-and-stick types of bitumen that can be used for roofing.

With a bitumen roof, however, you’re left with seams fairly regularly. There are seams every 3 feet. This can sometimes trap moisture so be careful if you’re in a damp climate.

Tile

Some flat roofs can be walked on more regularly than others. Tile roofs are strong, making them an ideal solution for flat roofs that need to be sturdy as well as look appealing.

Tile has a long and storied history as a roofing material. It’s regularly used in hot and arid climates, helping to deflect the heat and insulate the house or structure.

That also means that tile roofs have a historical charm, as well, that can make them appealing if you’re going for more of a classic look.

The one thing you’ll want to consider if you decide to opt for a tile roof is if your roof is strong enough to hold the weight of the tiles. They can be rather heavy especially when you put them all together!

Now that you know what kind of roof you’re looking for, check out Lewis Roofing to see how they can help bring your vision to life!

Looking for More Renovation Tips?

The buildings we inhabit set us up for success. Form follows function, as they say. You want to set your home or commercial building up properly to give yourself every opportunity to thrive.

Even something as seemingly simple as flat roof types can be deceptively complex. Taking the time to get it right, exactly as you want it, sets you up to make the most of the buildings you inhabit.

Whether you’re looking for design tips on choosing flat roof types or inspiration for your interior design, you’ll find something to inform and enlighten on our pages. Browse the rest of our site today!

Total
2
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 2
Share 0
Share 0
Perla Irish

Perla Irish, who is more familiarly known as Irish, is the Content Manager at Dreamlandsdesign.com. She loves following trends around home and garden, interior design, and digital marketing. Through this blog, Irish wants to share information and help readers solve the problems they are experiencing.

Related Topics
  • choosing
  • flat
  • renovation
  • roof
  • roofs
  • tile
  • types
Previous Article
Featured image - 4 Essential Tips for Keeping Your Garage in Top Shape

4 Essential Tips for Keeping Your Garage in Top Shape

  • Perla Irish
  • March 2, 2021
View Post
Next Article
featurted image - Building a Luxury Deck Essential Indulgent Items for Your Garden

Building a Luxury Deck: Essential Indulgent Items for Your Garden

  • Perla Irish
  • March 2, 2021
View Post

Subscribe

Subscribe now to our newsletter

You May Also Like
Switching to LED bulbs can boost home efficiency easily.
View Post

Energy Heroes – 6 Genius Hacks to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

  • July 9, 2025
Anti-fatigue mats cushion feet and support balance, helping seniors stay active and independent.
View Post

Why Seniors Should Consider Anti-Fatigue Mats at Home

  • July 7, 2025
Outdoor patio with natural flagstone pavers, surrounded by lush greenery and bathed in soft sunlight, highlighting a rustic garden setting.
View Post

Flagstone Pavers – A Natural Choice for Timeless Outdoor Beauty

  • June 30, 2025
Professional commercial movers save time, money, and reduce risks better than DIY options.
View Post

Commercial Moving Services vs. DIY: What’s Better for Your Business?

  • June 27, 2025
Digital dashboard showing HOA management tools with calendars, documents, chats, and board members collaborating around a table in a suburban neighborhood.
View Post

How Anyhoa is Simplifying HOA Board Management for Communities

  • June 26, 2025
Transform traditional interiors into modern spaces.
View Post

How to Reinvent Classic Styles for Today’s Home

  • June 24, 2025
Close-up of a clean gutter system on a house with clear water flowing smoothly.
View Post

When to Repair vs. Replace Your Gutters

  • June 19, 2025
Bright modern kitchen with textured white oak cabinets, light speckled quartz countertops, and soft, diffused ambient lighting during a cloudy afternoon, showcasing a minimalist design with a farmhouse sink and subway tile backsplash.
View Post

Light Warm and Luxurious: The Rise of White Oak Kitchen Cabinets in Kitchen Design

  • June 19, 2025
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Disclosure
  • Sitemap
  • Contact Us

Input your search keywords and press Enter.