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Flat Roof vs Pitched Roof Extension: Which Should I Choose?
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A flat roof (typically GRP fibreglass on a modern extension, rather than older felt systems) costs less and allows more flexibility for roof glazing — a lantern or large rooflight sits naturally into a flat roof design and brings significant light into the room below.
A pitched roof matched to the existing house roofline often looks more sympathetic on period properties, particularly where the extension is visible from the street or within a conservation area, and some planning authorities have a design preference for pitched roofs in sensitive locations.
GRP flat roofing, properly specified and installed, has a long service life and shouldn't be confused with older felt flat roofs that gave the format its poor reputation for leaks — we use GRP systems specifically because of their durability and compatibility with roof glazing.
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