Mayfair Roofing London

Roof problem guide

Flat roof leaking

Flat roofs leak for different reasons than pitched roofs. Typical causes, warning signs and repair options.

Possible causes

  • Ponding water from poor falls or blocked outlets
  • Splits, blisters or cracks in ageing felt
  • Failed detailing at upstands, roof lights and edges
  • Damage from foot traffic or plant equipment

Warning signs

  • Water sitting on the roof days after rain
  • Blisters or bubbles in the surface
  • Damp ceilings below the flat roof

Typical solutions

  • Clearing outlets and localised patch repairs
  • Re-detailing upstands and edges
  • Replacing the covering with felt, GRP or EPDM

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