Single ply membranes are systems for flat roofing and can be mechanically fastened, fully adhered or ballasted. They are also now commonly used as the weathering layer for green roofs.
Single ply membranes are particularly suited to refurbishment projects because they are an ideal material for overlaying existing defective flat roof surfaces, including bituminous felt and asphalt. PVC single ply membranes are vapour permeable so enabling trapped moisture in the existing overlaid roof to dry out overtime.
Single ply membranes have many advantages over more traditional felt and asphalt systems some of these are as follows:
- Hot air welded seams provide a complete homogeneous system
- Do not require the use of hot bitumen or gas torches eliminating the risk of fire
- Vapour permeability means entrapped moisture in existing substructure can dry out
- Insurance backed guarantees available. 10, 15 and 20 year options
- Approved contractor network ensures only trained operatives can install the systems