Winter Care For Your Flat Roof

Daniel Bracewell • 8 February 2023

During the winter months, most people want to stay indoors and enjoy being in a warm, comfortable home. However, it is certainly worth wrapping up and heading outdoors to look after your flat roof, otherwise you might have to deal with a lot of problems of deterioration and repair come spring.

Remove leaves
Something you should definitely keep on top of is the removal of leaves and other debris. Strong winds can lead to twigs, leaves, small branches, and dirt being deposited on the roof, which can result in pools of water. This could cause the roof to become waterlogged and leak if the debris is not cleared up.

You can simply use a tall sweeping brush but be careful not to apply too much pressure, as you could end up damaging the roof.

Keep drains clear
At the same time, check the drains are clear so that rainwater is not blocked from running down from the roof. Otherwise, this can also cause water pooling and a problematic leaky roof.

If there is a build-up of debris in the drains, you could remove it and use high-pressure water to spray it clear.

Keep check after bad weather
If there is an incidence of bad weather, such as strong gales or heavy rain, it is a good idea to have a look at the roof to see if any damage has been caused. It is important to get these sorted as soon as possible to avoid any further deterioration.

For more guidance on how to care for your home during the winter, call our flat roof specialists who can offer some tips and advice that’ll see you through till spring.

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Can You Install Solar Panels On A Flat Roof?

by Daniel Bracewell • 10 December 2025

If you’re exploring how to lower your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint, you may be looking at the likes of solar panels for your home. But what if your property has a flat roof rather than a pitched roof? Can you still install solar panels on a flat roof? The short answer is yes, you can! In fact, it is often easier to install solar panels on a flat roof than it is to fit them to a sloped roof, which might make this an even more appealing avenue to explore when you’re looking at flat roof ideas . In many cases, you also don’t need planning permission to install solar panels on your flat roof. Of course, there are exceptions if you have a listed building or live in a conservation area, but if you own your house (different rules apply for flats too), you should be free to add solar panels to your home as you choose. There are different kinds of mounting systems for flat roof solar panels and which is most appropriate for your home will depend on the direction it faces. It is worth noting that the cost of installing solar panels is often higher on flat roofs because of the mounting system, but some of this can be offset by the lower labour costs because the installation process is usually more straightforward. One of the main reasons homeowners install solar panels is to reduce their energy bills. Many report savings of hundreds of pounds each year, which means these panels often pay for themselves relatively quickly. What’s more, under the Smart Export Guarantee , you can sell any energy you don’t use back to the National Grid, which can increase the rate at which your investment in solar panels pays for itself. So, if you are exploring ways to make the most of your flat roof, consider solar panels as an option to reduce your energy bills and do good for the environment.