GRP Fibreglass Flat Roofing in Nine Elms
Nine Elms has changed beyond recognition with new apartment towers, the US Embassy and the Battersea Power Station development, while older terraces and commercial units still sit nearby. Flat roofs, roof terraces and commercial roofing make up much of the work here.
GRP, or glass reinforced plastic, is a polyester resin reinforced with chopped glass fibres to form a tough, waterproof laminate. It was first widely used for boats because it is flexible and does not corrode, and it is now one of the most popular flat roofing systems.
A typical GRP roof we install has an 18mm OSB3 deck, a single-ply fibreglass laminate, GRP edge trims and a durable topcoat. The result is a lightweight, seamless roof that handles temperature extremes well and can last for over 20 years.
Grey is the most popular topcoat, though we can offer other colours to keep the roof in keeping with your building. For a free GRP roofing quote in Nine Elms, call 07467 757 367.
Local GRP Fibreglass Roofs Specialists in Nine Elms
Older homes around Nine Elms often have rear extensions, garages and porches with flat roofs, and newer buildings may have balconies and small canopies that need a hard-wearing, seamless finish. GRP fibreglass suits all of these. We build it up as a single-ply laminate on an 18mm OSB3 deck, then fit GRP edge trims and apply a topcoat.
The finish is usually grey, though other colours are available, and with no joints for water to exploit a GRP roof can last 20 years or more. It is a tidy, clean-looking option that sits comfortably alongside newer architecture, which suits an area that has changed as much as this one. We install GRP roofs in Battersea and Stockwell as well.
Nine Elms is roughly 17 miles from our head office in Staines, well within the area our roofers cover every week. Like-for-like roof work does not usually need planning permission, but if your property is listed or in a conservation area it is worth checking with Wandsworth Council or Lambeth Council before work starts, and we are happy to talk this through with you.
Where We Fit GRP Roofs in Nine Elms
Extension Roofs
Kitchen, rear and side extensions with flat roofs are ideal for GRP, giving a neat, seamless finish.
Flat Roof Replacement
We strip old felt or failed coverings, renew the deck where needed and lay a new GRP roof.
Porches and Bay Roofs
Small flat roofs over porches and bay windows can be finished in GRP with matching edge trims.
Garages and Outbuildings
Replace tired felt on garages, sheds and outbuildings with a GRP roof that needs very little maintenance.
Balconies and Roof Terraces
With the right deck and topcoat, GRP can create a hard-wearing waterproof surface for balconies and terraces.
Dormer Roofs
GRP is lightweight and easy to form around upstands, making it well suited to dormer roofs on loft conversions.
Roofers Serving Nine Elms and the Surrounding Area
GRP Fibreglass Roofs near Nine Elms
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Vauxhall
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Stockwell
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Pimlico
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Clapham
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Brixton
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Belgravia
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Battersea
- GRP Fibreglass Roofs Chelsea
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GRP Fibreglass Roofs FAQs for Nine Elms
How long will a GRP roof on my Nine Elms garage last?
A properly laid GRP fibreglass roof can last 20 years or more. Because it is laid as one seamless layer over a new OSB3 deck, there are no joints to fail, and the topcoat protects it from weather. It is a popular choice for garages, porches and extensions.
How much does a GRP roof cost?
It depends on the size of the roof, the condition of the deck and access. We will look at the roof and give you a free, no-obligation quote.
Is GRP better than felt for flat roofs in Nine Elms?
GRP is seamless, so there are no joins for water to get through, and it does not need the regular maintenance that older felt roofs do. It is a popular upgrade when a felt roof fails.
How long does a GRP roof last?
A properly installed GRP roof can last for over 20 years and shows very little sign of wear in that time.
What is a GRP fibreglass roof?
GRP stands for glass reinforced plastic. Resin and glass fibre matting are laid over a timber deck to form a single seamless, waterproof layer, finished with edge trims and a topcoat.
Can GRP be laid over my existing flat roof?
Usually we strip the old covering and check the deck. If the deck is damaged or not suitable, we replace it with new OSB3 boards before laying the GRP.
Get a GRP Roofing Quote in Nine Elms
Thinking about replacing a flat roof? Talk to us about GRP fibreglass and get a free, no-obligation quote.
Call 07467 757 367 or email info@highlineroofing.co.uk