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Roof Insulation: When Is It Time to Replace Your Flat Roof Insulation?


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If you own a building in Montreal including in Saint-Léonard, it is important that you get your roof insulated. In this article, Couvreur René Perron Ltée tells you all about roof insulation.

How to Extend the Life of a Flat Roof?

On average, the lifespan of a flat roof is 15 to 20 years. However, this can vary depending on factors such as the quality of the roofing materials, weather conditions, and whether or not the roof is subject to regular maintenance.

Would you like to extend the life of your flat roof? Here are a few things that you can do:

  • Annual inspection

  • Regular maintenance and cleaning  

  • Keeping your flat roof watertight

  • Checking your roof insulation

 

Why Insulate Your Roof?

If you have a property in Montreal or Saint-Léonard, insulating your roof can have several advantages:

  • Eco-responsibility – Insulating your roof helps prevent heat leakage in the winter. It also helps protect your home from heat infiltration in the summer. As a result, you'll use your heating and air conditioning systems less. As well as making your property more environmentally responsible, this will also save you money on your energy bills.

  • Stable room temperature – Insulation helps to better regulate the interior temperature and comfort of your home.

  • Better roof durability – As mentioned above, insulation is used to protect your roof and extend its longevity.

  • Enhanced property value – An insulated roof adds value to your property, which can make it more attractive if you decide to put it up for sale.

 

When Is It Time to Replace the Insulation of Your Flat Roof?

Here are some signs that may indicate that it's time to consider replacing the insulation of your flat roof:

  • Presence of mould or fungi on the ceiling

  • Water marks on the ceiling

  • Fast melting snow on your roof

  • Unstable indoor temperature

 

Flat Roof Insulation Techniques

If you want to have your flat roof insulated, you can choose between three main techniques:

  • Insulation from the outside – This technique consists of applying the insulation directly to the roof, under the waterproofing membrane.


  • Insulation from the inside – This consists of applying the insulation to the inside of the roof attic.


  • Insufflation – This method is often used for hard-to-reach roofs because it involves blowing beads of insulation into the spaces that connect the different roof elements.

 

Flat Roof Insulation in Saint-Léonard, Montreal.

Serving Montreal and Saint-Léonard, Couvreur René Perron Ltée offers reliable and safe roofing services. Contact us today for a free quote.

 

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