Built-Up Roofing (BUR)

Built-Up Roofing (BUR)

Built-up roofing is a low-slope system made of alternating layers of bitumen and reinforcing fabric, finished with a gravel or cap-sheet surface. Buildings with flat or nearly flat roofs are common candidates, and BUR is often chosen for its multi-layer approach to weather protection. Whether you need a new BUR system installed, an existing one repaired, or a full assessment before deciding on next steps, SoffitSmith by Smithbuilt Roofing works on low-slope roofs in Bradenton, FL.

Diagnosing a BUR Roof

• Core Sampling Tools — test cuts that show how many layers are present and how much wet insulation may be underneath.
• Moisture Meters — direct readings across the surface that separate a wet deck from an old stain.
• Drones with Thermal & High-Res Cameras and Handheld Infrared Cameras — thermal imaging that finds trapped moisture without walking the whole field.

Working on Low-Slope Systems

• Propane Torch Kits — controlled heat application used on low-slope bitumen-based systems.
• Airless Sprayers, Rollers & Squeegees — even application where a coating is part of the roof's finish or maintenance plan.
• Aerial Measurement Platforms (EagleView) — exact roof measurements before material counts and estimates go out.

Every visit is documented with Photo Documentation Apps (CompanyCam), so you see the same images and progress we do.