Gravel Roof Plan

Tar and gravel flat roofs are one of the most cost effective roofing solutions.

Gravel roof plan.

Advantages of a tar and gravel roof. Gravel roof advantages most gravel roofs are inexpensive to build offer some protection to vulnerable asphalt against uv damage and the stones are very durable. Tar and gravel roofing. Gravel roof disadvantages on the other hand gravel roofs are hot energy inefficient heavy moisture trapping and unstable.

Also a tar and gravel roof is very rugged and safe to walk on. Tar and gravel roofs sometimes referred to as conventional built up roofing or bur roofs tar and gravel roofing is a system of flat roofing protection that is budget friendly and can have a lifespan of up to 30 years. Built up roof bur the traditional hot tar and gravel roof is built from three or more plies of waterproof material alternated with hot tar and ballasted by a layer of smooth river stone. Aside from its low installation costs the roofing material does not require frequent repairs or replacement.

Flat roofs usually come with a 10 to 20 year warranty but can last 25 years if you build the roofs right and maintain them using commonsense rules. Therefore you can save money in the long run. Gravel is an excellent fire retardant. It provides excellent protection against uv rays and is an attractive option for windows and decks that overlook the roof.

A tar and gravel roof has a life expectancy of about 20 to 25 years.