The technical difference between a flat roof and a pitched roof is the degree of the slope. A pitched roof is defined by a slope of 10 or more degrees. Pitched roofs are very common in residential buildings in the UK, whereas flat roofs are more commonly seen on commercial buildings or schools.

Please see the points below that we will cover in this article:

• Flat roofs
• Pitched roofs
• Wonderbuilds materials

Flat roofs

Pros of flat roofs

• If remedial works are required, it would be easier to get roof access
• Great for commercial buildings or modern aesthetics
• Can make the most of the entire roof area of a building, rather than having limited space with a pitched roof
• Can be quicker to install
• Can be inexpensive to install, as less materials are generally required

Cons of flat roofs

• May have shorter lifespan than pitched roofs, because they are more exposed to weather conditions
• Can hold water if incorrectly specified
• They will need to be inspected or maintained more regularly than pitched roofs

Pitched roofs

Pros of pitched roofs

• Longer lasting than flat roofs, as they can last for around 100 years
• Traditional style, which is suitable for a lot of homes and out houses
• Can withstand weather conditions.
• Can work out to be better value than flat roofs, as they last longer and require less maintenance

Cons of pitched roofs

• Can be more expensive to install than flat roofs
• Can take longer to install than flat roofs
• It is not as easy to access pitched roofs when maintenance is required

Wonderbuilds materials

Whether your project entails a flat roof or a pitched roof, at Wonderbuilds, we have a range of products available. Contact us at admin@wonderbuilds.co.uk if you have any questions about the products listed below!

Materials for pitched roofs

For pitched roof projects, we can offer Breather Membranes, Dry Ridge Kits, and Bitumen Shingles.

Breather Membranes available:

• 100g, 1M or 1.5M length
• 115g, 1M or 1.5M length
• 140g, 1M or 1.5M length
• 160g, 1M or 1.5M length