Flat Roofing in Westerham | GRP Fibreglass Roofs and Fascia Replacements in UPVC
GRP fibreglass is a polyester material using resin to reinforce chopped strand mat fibres and form a laminate. GRP is an acronym of “Glass Reinforced Plastic” and, while glass fibres have been used in production for many centuries, it wasn’t until 1932 that the potential for mass production was first discovered. GRP fibreglass is extremely strong and, without any defects in the physical composition of the fibres, it reaches incredibly high tensile strengths.
These strengths, alongside lightweight handling, have made GRP a preferred choice for flat roofing installations in Westerham and the surrounding areas.
Our roofing company uses GRP fibreglass because it is safe, simple and highly effective in equal measures. Book in for scheduled roof repairs, emergency roof repairs, new roof installations, chimney repairs, leadwork and gutter, soffit and fascia replacements to give any Westerham property a new lease of life.
As a product, GRP has a strong aesthetic appeal and can outlast single-ply and felt flat roofing by many decades. Only slate, which is more commonly used on pitched roofs, and asphalt, which is an installation choice for flat roofing with a minimal slope, can beat GRP in terms of performance.
GRP Fibreglass Installation
Our roofing company installs GRP fibreglass using the following process:
- The original roof deck is removed, if needed, and replaced
- We install edge and drip trims to the roof’s perimeter
- Our roofers conduct checks to ensure everything is dry
- We apply a catalysed resin layer to the timber OSB deck
- Next, we put down a layer of quality fibreglass matting
- We add another layer of catalysed resin to complete the system
- After curing, we make roofs weatherproof by adding a resin topcoat
Property owners in the Westerham area can choose to have their topcoats applied in a choice of attractive colours from the RAL palette.
Duration and Cost
R.P.S. Roofing Ltd strongly advises that you always use a professional team of roofing contractors to lay GRP fibreglass. When installed to the expected standard, GRP should last for up to 30 years with only the minimal amount of maintenance. We offer workmanship guarantees on our installations and, of course, our company honours manufacturer warranties on any branded materials used. Your roofing project couldn’t be in a safer set of hands.
Costs tend to vary based on the overall size of the project but having a new roof installed in GRP fibreglass will cost more than having a roof repaired.
When we visit properties in the Westerham area to perform an initial survey and produce an obligation-free quotation, we factor in the roof area, any alterations, the number of roofers needed and the cost of materials. Felt flat roofing will cost less to have installed than one in GRP fibreglass but, because GRP has a much longer lifespan, it has a more favourable long-term price.
Costs vary throughout the year but, typically, we estimate an approximate cost of between £80 and £120 for each square metre of GRP coverage.
If you already have GRP installed, we can still assist you with scheduled and emergency roof repairs, and we also offer a full range of supporting services. While we specialise in new roof installation work, chimney repairs, leadwork and gutter, soffit and fascia replacement are all available from our roofing company. Pitched or flat roofing, our team can genuinely cover it all.
Lifetime Performance
Very few flat roofing materials can match GRP fibreglass for its durability and lifespan. This is a material that has numerous benefits which few alternatives can match or exceed. A cold application method makes installation much safer compared to the use of felt, and the finished surface has no joints on the roof’s main section. This enhances aesthetics and, at the same time, it decreases the potential for water penetration through to the timber deck.
The topcoats we use on projects in Westerham also stop water penetration.
R.P.S. Roofing Ltd uses GRP fibreglass because it retains its form and overall functionality even in the most challenging of weather conditions. The durable nature of this hardwearing material also makes GRP fibreglass ideal for green roofs and roof terraces, where it easily withstands the impact of foot traffic.
We are as passionate about flat roofing as we are about new roof installation services, chimney repairs, leadwork and soffit or fascia replacements. If you need to replace a roof, or if you need to book in for scheduled or emergency roof repairs, there is always one roofing company that you can trust in.
R.P.S. Roofing Ltd is a trade specialist for the entire Westerham area.