Making A Balcony On A Flat Roof

A reader writes to chartered surveyor john conlin to find out what is needed to transform a flat roof into a balcony.

Making a balcony on a flat roof.

Before beginning however it is important to do two things. Inspect the roof to make sure it is in good condition and acquire any permits that may be required by the local zoning board. Building a deck on a flat roof is neither difficult nor time consuming. Creating a terrace or balcony out of a flat roof is easier than you would think as long as you have the right materials.

It can be used to host visitors to unwind or even to work. A reader would like to transform their flat roof into a balcony. What permissions do. This is a completion video of a flat roof framing.

You may be surprised to learn that it can increase the value of your flat by up to one quarter rendering it a sound investment. Part of the ground floor of my house extends at the rear beyond the upper floor and has a flat roof. I would like to use this as a balcony. The choice is yours we ve seen some beautiful conversions using decking patio slabs porcelain tiles and pebble borders.

Whether you are opting for patio slabs or decking it is advisable that you engage the services of a structural engineer to ensure that your flat roof will be able to support. The majority of people will choose either lightweight patio slabs or timber composite decking to create a balcony or terrace out of their flat roof. Two people can install a brand new deck in a weekend with little or no previous construction experience.