Flat Roof Insulation Strategies (For Architects and Contractors)

Flat roofs can be insulated successfully using a variety of insulation products and strategies. Apart from the energy efficiency benefits, specifying the right type of insulation and locating the insulation in the right location within the flat roof assembly is critical to preventing moisture-related issues such as condensation, mold growth, and structural damage from rot. Moisture accumulation within the roof assembly can compromise its integrity and lead to costly repairs or premature replacement. Almost all flat roofs must resist interior air leakage and vapor diffusion into the upper parts of the roof assembly, as moisture can get trapped underneath the impermeable roof membrane. When selecting an insulation strategy for a flat roof assembly, one must consider air leakage, vapor diffusion, and the effects of thermal cycling.

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0:00 Intro
0:31 Strategy 1 (Rigid Insulation)
2:55 Strategy 2 (Rigid Hybrid)
4:55 Strategy 3 (SPF Hybrid)
6:09 Problems With Spray Foam
8:16 Flat Roof eBook
8:49 Strategy 4 (No Foam)
11:12 Strategy 5 (Exterior SPF)
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