Insulation, Cost & Maintenance

WaterproofingWaterproofingThe work and materials that stop water getting through on flat roofs, balconies, bathrooms, basements, planters and tanks. solves the leak problem, but it leaves an opportunity on the table that many owners skip past: thermal insulationThermal insulationA layer of material that lets heat through only slowly, so a home keeps its warmth in winter and stays cool in summer.. The two jobs are done together, at minimal extra cost compared with doing them separately at different times.

The most common system today is the so-called "inverted roof": extruded polystyrene (XPS) boards are placed on top of the waterproofing layer rather than underneath it — the reverse of traditional logic. This protects the waterproofing membrane itself from sunlight and thermal swings, extending its lifespan, while cutting heat transfer into the building by up to 30%. Alternatively, on roofs without foot traffic, sprayed polyurethane foamSpray polyurethane foamA foam sprayed on as a liquid that expands on the spot and sets into one seamless layer. It insulates against heat and cold and closes cracks and joints. is used, offering excellent, joint-free insulation.

As for cost, a typical 80 square-metre roof — including cleaning, crackCrackA split or gap in render, concrete, a wall, a coating or wood. Fine cracks are usually only on the surface; ones that grow, keep reopening or run diagonally need attention. repair, primingPrimerThe thin first coat that goes on before the main material. It binds dust, seals the pores and helps paint or waterproofing stick firmly., waterproofing and insulation — is completed in 3 to 5 working days, weather permitting. The exact cost varies considerably depending on the chosen system and the slab's existing condition, which is why an on-site inspection is essential before we can give an accurate quote.

Once the work is done, maintenance is simple but important: clean the guttersGutter and downpipeThe channel and pipe that collect rainwater from a roof and carry it down to the ground or the drains. twice a year (spring and autumn) and do a visual check after unusually severe storms. With that basic care, a properly waterproofed and insulated roof can easily last more than 15 years without a single issue.