Flat and Low-Slope Roofing in Huntsville, Utah

A low-slope roof depends more on waterproof membrane continuity than on gravity alone, so water control depends on the membrane, seams, drains and transitions rather than shingles alone.

Median year built from the US Census American Community Survey; elevation from USGS.

You should have a low-slope roof checked when ponding, loose seams, bubbles, cracks or water staining appear because the roof can deteriorate before water reaches the occupied space below.

Moisture beneath a flat roof can remain out of sight even when the surface looks intact, so the inspection includes signs of wet insulation or roof-base damage.

A flat roof can absorb substantial solar heat because much of the membrane faces the sky directly, so we consider both membrane reflectivity and the roof assembly below it.

Winter conditions can slow drainage when ice forms near scuppers, drains or edges, so the drainage layout has to work through changing winter temperatures.

We compare TPO, EPDM and modified bitumen for flat and low-slope roofs; the membrane has to fit the roof rather than the other way around.

• TPO single-ply membrane: The TPO system uses a thermoplastic roofing sheet; heat-welded seams connect the sheets across the roof surface.
• EPDM rubber membrane: The EPDM system relies on a flexible rubber sheet; seams and transitions are finished with products made for the rubber membrane.
• Modified bitumen: The modified-bitumen system uses reinforced asphalt-based roofing sheets; the material often fits smaller roof sections and areas with several transitions.
• Existing membrane repairs: We check the current membrane for open joints, punctures and failed flashing; we determine whether the damage is localized enough for repair.

Before planning low-slope roofing work, we first evaluate how the roof drains; we inspect the materials below the membrane before planning the new work.

• Assess drainage first: We map water movement across the roof and identify recurring low areas; we identify low areas before choosing the membrane work.
• Prepare the roof surface: The roof surface has to be clean and sound before the new membrane goes down; the roofing plan accounts for the condition of the existing roof and insulation.
• Install the membrane: We lay out the selected membrane and secure it as the system requires; we join the membrane sheets with the method designed for that product.
• Check the roof base and insulation: We look below the membrane surface for wet insulation and damaged roof-base materials; we identify materials that should not remain under the finished roof.
• Test and inspect seams: Our final review includes the membrane seams and detailed transitions; the final seam review follows the requirements of the selected membrane.
• Detail drains and roof openings: We tie each drain or roof opening into the membrane with compatible flashing; the goal is a continuous waterproof connection around every interruption.

Which of those apply depends on what the inspection finds. We would rather tell you the roof needs a repair than sell you a replacement it does not need yet.

For the full picture of the service, see Flat Roofing.

We approach low-slope roofing differently from steep-slope shingle work since a continuous membrane and working drainage system are essential to keeping water out.

1. Inspect the existing roofWe examine membrane condition, drainage and roof openings; we check for drainage or moisture concerns that need closer attention.
2. Confirm the roofing approachAfter the inspection, we decide whether to repair the roof, install a new membrane over suitable existing roofing or replace it; we use the inspection to avoid removing repairable areas unnecessarily.
3. Correct problems below the membraneWe address problem areas below the membrane before the new roof covers them; we finish roof preparation before the waterproof surface covers problem areas.
4. Install the low-slope roofing systemWe install the new membrane according to the requirements of the selected material; we use the joining method required for the selected membrane.
5. Check drainage and detailsWe finish by reviewing the places where water leaves the roof or the membrane changes direction; we confirm the roof handles water as planned.

Courtland Roofing provides low-slope roofing service for membrane roofs and flat roof sections; we look below visible membrane damage when moisture or roof-base problems may be present.

Certified installer for GAF, CertainTeed and Owens Corning, family-owned, licensed & insured.

Courtland Roofing has worked on flat roofs in every part of Huntsville, Utah (84317), including the streets around Pineview Reservoir and Snowbasin. We give homeowners across the rest of Weber County the same service, including in Marriott-Slaterville, Uintah and Eden.

If you do not see your ZIP code listed, call or text us. We can confirm whether we provide flat and low-slope roofing at your address in Huntsville.