A Major Sign It's Time To Replace Your Flat Roof
Katelyn Lewis • January 10, 2024
Beyond experiencing a leak, how do you know if you need to replace your flat roof?
Flat roofs have a near-zero pitch, and they’re common on sunrooms, additions, and homes in downtown Richmond, like the one pictured here that we captured during a roof assessment.
Sometimes referred to as “roof alligatoring” – love that term 🐊 – cracking on a flat roof occurs as it ages due to the sun’s UV rays drying out the membrane.
In this homeowner’s case, we recommended a full TPO roof replacement after finding extensive cracking all over the flat roof.
Need an estimate for your flat roof? Call Retex for a reliable estimate today – 804-258-6300.
This Fredericksburg homeowner reached out to RETEX in October 2024 for an estimate for replacing his shake roof with natural cedar shakes.
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