Flat Roofs in Bathgate & West Lothian

Flat roofs are common on garages, extensions, dormers and porches throughout West Lothian. Although described as flat, the surface needs a deliberate fall towards a gutter or outlet. Ponding water, split coverings, weak edges and poorly sealed penetrations can all shorten the life of the roof and allow damp into the structure below.

We assess the covering, deck, upstands, outlets and surrounding roofline before recommending a repair or replacement. Depending on the building and specification, suitable systems can include high-performance felt, EPDM rubber or GRP fibreglass. Each has particular preparation and detailing requirements; the quality of the deck and junctions matters as much as the visible finish.

For a replacement, damaged materials are removed so the supporting deck can be checked. We form the required falls, prepare stable surfaces and create neat weatherproof details around walls, rooflights and edges. Gutters and downpipes are considered as part of the drainage path, not as an afterthought.