Should I Convert My Flat Roof to a Pitched Roof?

Most people interested in converting their flat roof to a pitched roof are just tired of dealing with leaks, repairs and other hassles. Tar and gravel and other asphalt-based roofing materials have until recently been the most popular roofing materials for flat roofs. Even today, roofers still recommend installing asphalt (aka Built Up Roof). These types of roofs will dry out and crack, causing headaches even before the material warranty period has expired. In addition, any poorly installed flat roof system requires constant maintenance and repair. As a result, many people are attempting to convert their low pitched roof to a pitched roof, commonly referred to as a roof conversion.

For those of you finding yourself in this frustrating situation, let's take a look at all of your options and the pros and cons of converting. Roofing manufacturers have introduced reliable flat roofing membranes such as TPO and EPDM which have gained both credibility and popularity over the past decade. While it may seem that shingles will solve all your problems, the fact is that TPO and EPDM membranes can be just as waterproof as a pitched roof.

Finding a roofer who can identify the right type of membrane and be able to install it properly is important. This is important as the reliability of a roof is determined by the quality of the material and the craftsmanship used to install it. Finding a qualified contractor to install a reliable membrane on your home or business can cost 3 to 4 times less than a roof conversion. White roof sheeting can also be extremely energy efficient, resulting in energy savings over time.

If you're considering remodeling your roof to add value to your home, remember that adding value to your home is only about half the cost of the remodeling. Therefore, if you are considering selling your home within the next 7-10 years, remodeling your roof may not be worth the time and money required.

However, there are some valid reasons to convert to a pitched roof. Probably the best reason I've come across is a situation I got into a few days ago. The owner was concerned that his flat roof's support system was unsustainable. He could hear the rafters creaking under the weight of the last snowfall. This creaking is usually the result of fasteners loosening a little at a time. Nails and screws creak when the wooden elements of the structures are built. If fasteners work loose or if wood dries and shrinks, it can create a dangerous and destructive situation.

A properly executed pitched roof remodel distributes the weight across the load-bearing walls of the structure. In the previous case, a conversion would help ensure that his statically damaged roof would become reliable in the long term.

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