Author(s): BK015

Home Improvement

Membrane roofing systems come in a varierty of types, each with their own substrate and installation requirements. Achieving a durable membrane roofing system depends heavily on using the correct approach to the design of the substrate supporting the membrane and the membrane roofing itself. Using the correct membrane roofing system for the substrate, the slope, the use the roof will be put to and the aesthetic requirements of the building owner, are also key requirements. The Membrane Roofing Good Practice Guide covers the issues that need to be considered when selecting, designing, detailing and installing membrane roofing systems. Following the procedures that are outlined should sigificantly reduce the risk of problems occurring with a membrane roofing system.