Tar & Gravel Roof Replacement - An Eco-Friendly Guide

If you have a tar or gravel roof that’s in need of replacement, think twice before you decide to replace like-for-like. Directly replacing Tar & Gravel roofing with the same system can have adverse environmental consequences. In this short piece we’ll discuss why you should consider spray foam roofing (SPF) rather than tar & gravel roof replacement. 

Tar roofing often contains fairly hazardous materials which can cause damage to the local environment.  The gravel used for roofing is a non-renewable resource which has a tendency to block drainage systems, and the process of manufacturing aggregates can be very labor-intensive, leaving visible scars on the landscape. 

So instead of directly replacing Tar & Gravel roofing, you should carefully consider applying spray foam roofing instead. SPF offers many benefits over tar and gravel, and is more environmentally friendly. SPF is quick to apply and it creates much less in the way of mess than either tar or gravel roofing. 

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SPF roofing can be quickly and easily reapplied every decade or so, and the same can’t be said of either tar or gravel roofing systems which tend to end up in landfills. Remember that the faster a roofing solution is to apply, the cheaper the labor costs. Spray foam roofing is certainly quicker and easier to apply than both tar and gravel roofs.

In summary, we always recommend that property owners evaluate the potential environmental impact of replacement roofing materials before they decide on their chosen solution. 

Foam Roof Solutions works with carefully selected qualified contractors who will ensure that the application of spray foam roofing is compliant with all local environmental legislation, and that each and every roof fitted with SPF will provide reliable protection for many years to come.


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