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Why Spanish roofing materials get it wrong
Leak Proof explains why the red caucho that covers so many flat roofs in Spain is not suitable for the Spanish heat and rain
Leak proof are Spain’s leading Waterproofing Company, specialising in flat roof problems. They have over 30 years’ experience in the industry, giving you a guaranteed leakproof surface on completion.
This is a solarium that has recently been done in San Miguel de Salinas. The area was covered in cheap caucho red paint which is a typical short-term solution here in Spain. The problem with this material is that it cracks in hot weather, especially in between the tile joints because it’s non-flexible. But with Leak Proof’s product, which is flexible, you can cover tiled areas and it will never crack.There were a few areas covered in cheap roofing felt as well, which had also deteriorated due to the heat. There were puddles on the roof after rainfall as the levels were wrong in places, which is a big problem as it causes the water to sit and have more time to soak through the cracked areas. It then trickles through the grout below, as grout is a very porous material, then through to the original membrane which is also likely to be damaged thanks to cheap roofing felt and extreme temperatures.
A cheap membrane will easily crack in a short period of time in the Spanish weather, so the best solution is Leak Proof’s polyurethane systems, giving you the best protection against the elements and a guaranteed leakproof surface.
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Leak Proof, for all your roofing needs in the Costa Cálida and the Costa Blanca
Leak Proof is a British father and son business based in the southern Costa Blanca for over a decade which offers services for all roofing needs, not only in the province of Alicante but also throughout the Costa Cálida and the Region of Murcia.
All kinds of properties and roofs are catered for, whether they are old or new and whether the work required is on a complete roof or only on a specific area. Flat roofs are typical causes for concern regarding leaks, for example on extensions and garages, and the specialist knowledge and techniques used by Leak Proof are also applicable to fibreglass roofing, conservatories, covered passageways and even classic old “finca”-style properties with tiling issues.
30-year guarantees are supplied with fibreglass roofing (also known as GRP Roofing) and membrane roofing, a system for used for both buildings and tanks. The purpose of membrane roofing is to move water off the roof, and the membranes used are most commonly made of synthetic rubber, thermoplastic and modified bitumen.
Leak Proof guarantee that all of the membranes they employ are UV resistant and provide insulation against both hot and cold weather conditions, making them ideal for flat roofs and the floors of solariums, roof terraces and balconies.
In addition, they use a range of specialist waterproof paints for all interior and exterior work, and offer tiling and re-grouting services.
Insurance work and community projects on residential developments and urbanizations are undertaken, and full invoices are provided.
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