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In addition to ensuring effective rainwater run-off Gradient tapered roofing solutions also deliver reliable levels of thermal insulation.

Effective rainwater run-off

Many flat roofing problems are attributed to ineffective rainwater run-off. This causes the deck deflection and ponding which can have a major impact on the working life of the roof. Gradient’s bespoke tapered insulation solutions allow virtually any fall to be created on either a new or existing roof, thus eliminating the rainwater run-off problem. A Gradient tapered roof will:

• - Minimise ponding and roof loading
• - Restrict build-up of rooftop debris
• - Reduce the resulting maintenance costs
• - Provide a longer and more effective working life
• - Help compliance with Building Regulations

Compared with screed to fall constructions

Gradient tapered solutions also:

• - Place less loading on the roof structure
• - Can be used with lighter roofing structures
• - Require no curing time – reducing installation time and costs
• - Reduce the total roof construction height

Compared with timber constructions

Gradient tapered solutions also:

• - Reduce the installation time and costs
• - Offer easier and faster installation over a flat deck
• - Allow the creation of long runs or falls