Increasing the durability of your roof

THERE are many reasons not to neglect your roof. Obvious or unforeseen roof problems are a nuisance and may involve significant expense. Roof leaks that cause untimely failure of the roof systems constitute one of the most common factors with financial implications.

If you have water stains that extend across ceilings or run down walls, the cause is likely to be a roof leak. Roofs often leak due to flashing (waterproofing) details that weren’t fastened properly during installation, or underperforming flashing material. Often, wind-driven rain infiltrates, especially around roof windows, dormer walls and through cracks.

Flashing around chimneys can rust through galvanised steel has been used in their manufacture. Water penetrates the rusted areas and works its way behind the flashing into the house. Over a short time period, small leaks can lead to big problems, such as mould, rotted battens, spoiled insulation and damaged ceilings. It is suggested you fix leaks immediately to prevent major damage to the roof structure. Being wise to the products used on your roof and the problems that may arise, is the key to preventing their escalation.

Traditionally, metal or lead flashing is used to seal junctions on the roof. These methods take time to install. The material is inflexible and requires an expert roofer to install it, not to mention regular maintenance thereafter. Coverland provides a high-performing lead-free alternative to traditional solutions, EasyFlash abutment seal.

EasyFlash rolls are easy and quick to install. They are made of a self-adhesive, high stretch (up to 60%) material with performance CH butyl glue for effective adhesion to application surfaces. Applicable to all tile profiles, galvanised sheeting or metal surfaces, EasyFlash provides a solution for additional application areas, such as an apron for skylights, solar panels, walls, chimneys and other rising structures.

Even under extreme weather conditions, such as long-term high temperatures, heavy rain and high winds, EasyFlash increases the durability of a roof, thanks to its outstanding weather resistance.

EasyFlash application includes Coverland Connection Strip, fastened securely to the upper edge of the EasyFlash to provide additional sealing against water ingress.

Advantages of EasyFlash at a a glance are: Provides all weather durability for 15 years when used in conjunction with Connection Strip; It is maintenance-free; It facilitates a greater-than-50% faster installation time; Save more than 50% of costs over lifespan; and It can be painted with any PVA paint to match any surface. EasyFlash is available at leading hardware stores nationwide.

Al t e r n a t i v e l y, e mail Coverl a n d info.sa@monier.com for contact numbers or additional information.

VISUAL: An example of EasyFlash terracotta and its adjoining connection strip installed on a roof-sidewall junction. AVAILABILITY: EasyFlash is available in brown, terracotta and black.