Your roofing system’s style and design can have a dramatic impact on the appearance and feel of your house. The more traditional sloped roof appeals to some, while flat roofing appeals to others who prefer its more contemporary look. Roof Solar Roofing can handle anything you throw at them.
Let’s look at the advantages and disadvantages of flat vs sloped roofing.
Water Drainage
Roofs with slanted pitches are referred to as slanted roofing. Water and other debris can easily fall into your gutter system because of this. Instead of being slanted to prevent water from pooling on top, flat roofing has a slight incline to keep it flowing off the roof. As a result of its weight, standing water damages your roof and weakens your home’s foundation. Debris tends to accumulate on your flat roof without wind, adding weight to the structures of your roof as a result.
Interior Space
Sloped roofs are ideal for attics because they provide plenty of headroom. With sloping roofing, you can incorporate an attic into your roof. There are numerous uses for your attic, including extra storage or even another living space. A flat roof, on the other hand, will give you higher ceilings. Because a flat roof doesn’t leave much room for an attic, you can make the most of your home’s vertical space.
Maintenance
Sloped roofing necessitates a lot more work than flat roofing does. In comparison to a flat roof, most sloped roofing systems are composed of individual shingles and tiles, which are more prone to breaking, bending, and cracking. A large solid body covers a flat roof. The repair of holes and cracks can be accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner. If a significant portion of a flat roof is damaged, unlike with sloped roofing, the entire roof must be replaced rather than just a few shingles here and there.
Aesthetic Appeal
It’s all up to you and what kind of look you’re going for. The traditional look of sloped roofing appeals to some people, while flat roofing appeals to those who want something a little more modern. Either way, they can be customized to meet your needs.
We at Roof Solar Roofings can provide you with a high-quality sloped or flat roof, depending on your needs. Please contact us as soon as possible so we can begin working on your new roof.
