Flat Roof Repairs in Ennis
Leaking extension, garage or dormer roof? Felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass flat roofs repaired or re-covered across Ennis and County Clare.
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Why flat roofs leak
Flat roofs are never perfectly flat - they need a slight fall to shed water. When the fall is poor, or the deck sags, water sits on the roof (ponding) and slowly works its way through any weakness. Add Clare's rainfall and frequent freeze-thaw cycles, and older felt roofs in particular start to blister, crack and split at the joints. Most flat roofs around Ennis sit over kitchen extensions, garages and dormers, so a leak usually shows up quickly over a busy room.
Types of flat roof we repair
Felt (bitumen) roofs. Common on older extensions. Splits, blisters and failed laps can often be repaired; badly perished felt is better re-covered.
EPDM rubber roofs. A single rubber sheet that lasts well. Leaks are usually at seams, edges or around outlets and can be patched with compatible materials.
GRP fibreglass roofs. Hard-wearing and seamless. Cracks usually appear at edges and trims, or where the deck underneath has moved, and are repaired with matching resin systems.
Signs your flat roof needs attention
- Water pooling for more than a day or two after rain
- Blisters, bubbles or cracks in the surface
- Edges or trims lifting
- Damp patches on the ceiling under the extension
- Moss or plants growing on the roof
Repair or replace?
If the problem is a local split, a failed joint or a poorly sealed outlet, a repair is usually the right answer. If the whole surface has perished, or the deck underneath is soft, patching only buys a little time and re-covering in EPDM or GRP is more cost-effective. You will be told plainly which applies.
Other roof repairs in Ennis
Roof Leak Repairs
Water coming through a ceiling, damp patches or drips after heavy rain - traced to the source and fixed.
Roof Leak Repairs in Ennis →Storm Damage Repairs
Slipped or missing slates and tiles, lifted ridges and loose flashing after Atlantic storms.
Storm Damage Repairs in Ennis →Slate & Tile Repairs
Natural slate, fibre-cement slate and concrete tile roofs repaired and re-secured.
Slate and Tile Repairs in Ennis →Chimney & Flashing Repairs
Leaking chimney stacks, cracked flaunching and failed lead flashing around stacks and valleys.
Chimney and Flashing Repairs in Ennis →Gutters, Fascia & Soffits
Overflowing or leaking gutters, sagging downpipes and rotten fascia and soffit boards.
Gutters, Fascia and Soffits in Ennis →Frequently asked questions
How long does a flat roof last?
Traditional felt roofs often last 10 to 20 years. EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass roofs typically last considerably longer when installed well.
Can a flat roof be repaired in wet weather?
Most flat roof materials need a dry surface to bond properly, so permanent repairs are timed for a dry spell. A temporary repair can usually stop a leak in the meantime.
Is ponding water a problem?
Water that disappears within a day or two is usually fine. Water that sits for longer speeds up wear and is often a sign the roof needs its fall corrected.