Don't use Flat Roofs, They leak | Causes and solutions

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  • Опубликовано: 27 янв 2025

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  • @Emunyu
    @Emunyu 13 дней назад +1

    Thanks alot having the back of the roof Open really helps and it beautifies the design as well

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  11 дней назад +1

      Glad you like it!

    • @Emunyu
      @Emunyu 7 дней назад

      As a painter blistering on the ceiling and peeling is a disaster imagine handing over property to a client and getting a bad review,it really drops one's Market value especially when they don't understand technicalities of poor work done by the previous contractor.

  • @Mohamed-df9it
    @Mohamed-df9it Год назад +3

    I am always skeptical about flat roof. I preferred the regular roof for my house. I have been watching your videos recently and they are very helpful. Soon I will start building my house in west Africa

  • @destroyerarmor
    @destroyerarmor 2 года назад +11

    Workmanship quality is key. You cannot cut corners with flat roof, best material has to be used

  • @purplepump6058
    @purplepump6058 3 года назад +9

    You saved me a lot. I have been looking for a detailed section of secrete roof to no avail.

  • @Katusekemu
    @Katusekemu 3 года назад +7

    U are very informed about the subject n u are fluent in English n your explanation is on point.

  • @omachsamuel1435
    @omachsamuel1435 3 года назад +8

    My Oh My!. This video is so informative and the explanations do not require a lot of technical words to confuse the viewers. Great content and concise to the point. Looking forward to more content from you. Keep up the awesome work.

  • @eveningstar2580
    @eveningstar2580 4 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for this video. You have fought my battles without knowing it .Much appreciated from 🇰🇪
    Webale nyo nyo!

  • @cpd7172
    @cpd7172 2 года назад +1

    Thank you ssebo. I'm studying to become an architectural techonologist where we focus more on the functionality of construction. So this was insightful.

  • @danielitale3421
    @danielitale3421 10 месяцев назад +3

    amazing thanks sir im about to start my flat roof project thanks for the advise

  • @mwangusharobertjimmy9956
    @mwangusharobertjimmy9956 2 года назад +2

    Some flat roofs make the house nice, however, where possible we can avoid future problems. Thanks for the info

    • @annyngethe1356
      @annyngethe1356 2 года назад

      So which is better none or normal ones

  • @NankyaK-p4t
    @NankyaK-p4t Год назад +2

    Very good lecturer i huv never seen. Thank you so much

  • @rumor-zy8en
    @rumor-zy8en 6 месяцев назад

    I agree with you. Our house was design that way and after long years. Several leakage occur. Specially if you have big trees around the house.
    The maintanence is really costly.

  • @hulisanihnev916
    @hulisanihnev916 3 года назад +2

    Better than most constrction videos I've watched on RUclips. With love 4rm SA

  • @ladyFionalove
    @ladyFionalove 3 года назад +2

    Proud of you.. The world is gonna know bro..

  • @tolmeybaguvix2515
    @tolmeybaguvix2515 2 года назад +1

    man i love your thinking its practical

  • @ceejerome7603
    @ceejerome7603 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the clarity

  • @sanelisetafa3498
    @sanelisetafa3498 2 года назад +1

    Love your design and explanation. Wish it had a garage, hope I did not miss it.

  • @muwongehenry3808
    @muwongehenry3808 2 года назад +2

    Thanks l have liked the presentation keep on feeding us with such information

  • @DrEituIsaiah
    @DrEituIsaiah 3 года назад +4

    This was very informative. Thanks for sharing. I like flat roof houses

  • @asmabYT
    @asmabYT 7 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for this video, this really helpful, love from Nigeria ❤

  • @namkebanyanklariti
    @namkebanyanklariti 3 года назад +1

    Liked your house design and your explanations on roof design to avoid leaks.

  • @angellabirungi7527
    @angellabirungi7527 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this. Very helpful information and well explained. Initially I was not too convinced about the concrete/solid gutter, I think debris can still collect and build up there🤔 however atleast it can retain the weight of what has been collected over time in time for cleaning.

  • @johndan4986
    @johndan4986 3 года назад +2

    Actually what u saying is true. I have the roofing system though am missing the concrete drain system which i have seen is very important. I will make some changes

  • @trishmunkuli7426
    @trishmunkuli7426 Год назад +2

    Very helpful,thank you

  • @annmuthoni4987
    @annmuthoni4987 3 года назад +3

    Thanks for your information. I was going for that roof.

  • @josephharlem6192
    @josephharlem6192 2 года назад +3

    Clear gutters are super important for the house integrity to stay optimal...I can provide gutter guards and one would never need to clean gutters ever again

  • @theodoreotoo7282
    @theodoreotoo7282 2 года назад +2

    What kind of waterproofing do you use for the middle concrete...?

  • @dorcasanimah4478
    @dorcasanimah4478 3 года назад +3

    Very well said....you've really help me with this information

  • @hdmoviedorm6814
    @hdmoviedorm6814 3 года назад +3

    I think you're the best thanks so much bro

  • @YSOvideo
    @YSOvideo 3 года назад +5

    Show your subscribers so we can follow your progress. You're doing great work

  • @ec1328
    @ec1328 Год назад +2

    Proper installation is the key.

  • @marcomarko1759
    @marcomarko1759 Год назад +2

    VERY HELPFUL VID.....VERY CLEAR AND TO THE POINT...THANK YOU

  • @leonardrevelian4733
    @leonardrevelian4733 2 года назад +2

    Bro good for person ability u have

  • @sarbantz
    @sarbantz 3 года назад +19

    Silicone roof coating fixes the problem.

  • @arnoldankunda5904
    @arnoldankunda5904 2 месяца назад

    Thank you sir.
    What minimum roof angle do you use for such roofs?

  • @jomukasa6880
    @jomukasa6880 3 года назад +6

    I am so glad that you are opening up our eyes, I remember once upon a time a family member built a house for me in Wakiso,when I got there I couldn’t believe my eyes, I ended up selling the house cause I hated everything.but you young man,God bless you,cause your break down is at least teaching me that this time when I decide to build, I will follow these examples.thanks very much for the information.so some of the older people like us have no Facebook,how can we get with credible architecture or builders? Can you advise

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  3 года назад +1

      Thanks Jo for appreciating, you can contact me on +256755907526 for more whenever you're ready

    • @martinariko1868
      @martinariko1868 3 года назад

      Thank you for the good work.
      Can you also advise on how one can build a firewood/or charcoal cooking kitchen without smoke entering the house. Thank you

    • @sheriekats6537
      @sheriekats6537 3 года назад +1

      Thanks u bro . I was afraid about this flat design though it looks good for me but now that I got you am good to go with it 😅

  • @simonkalu
    @simonkalu 3 года назад +1

    You're well informed. Thanks

  • @josephharlem6192
    @josephharlem6192 2 года назад +3

    You know your stuff...u use the same terms we use in construction Canada...truss, wood frame, attic gable, hip and flat. Can you actually be contracted to build a house from start to finish. I feel you can be trusted because you disclose costs. With a trusted contractor, it is definitely cheaper to build than buy. I want to see more costs and timelines videos of example properties

  • @demukaconceptelectric
    @demukaconceptelectric 2 года назад +9

    The explanation makes sense.But hear is my question,. When building a flat roof, do I leave my iron sheets right before the wall or do I build all the way to the end of th wall and build blocks on top of the iron sheets.And how do I prevent a crack in between the iron sheets and built blocks on top... Thank you

    • @heikolaub5442
      @heikolaub5442 Год назад

      Hi...Würde mich auch interessieren??? Vielen Dank und weiterhin viel Erfolg 😊

  • @BobOAsare4413
    @BobOAsare4413 9 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! When I am ready to put up my house, I will invite you to Ghana to do it for me. 😊

  • @wallstreet497
    @wallstreet497 Год назад +2

    Bitumen membrane sheet seal the all roof from water penetration.

  • @twinbabi646
    @twinbabi646 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for the information dear

  • @kazoobab.l2836
    @kazoobab.l2836 4 месяца назад +1

    Great work

  • @nabaddaalice5545
    @nabaddaalice5545 3 года назад +1

    Ooooooh for sure h have saved me coz it's what I was planning to do

  • @JOSEPHMWANGI-qr4ti
    @JOSEPHMWANGI-qr4ti Год назад +1

    I have too looked the research the same n to me if if it is rain n it is windy there is a cycling winds that tend to play a round game , the up air is in a circular motion n the down air in the house is calm . The space between iron sheet n gutter will be the only space where this eddy will sip through because they have been blocked by the wall. They will go together with the 💧 drops of watter n it will eventually rain 🌧️ inside. The second idea i if the roof is too flat ,i mean very small gradient, water from top of the sheet will flow down n then will not fall in the gutter n tend to go back on the lower side of sheet a distance of about 5 inches n i

  • @wabyonadsvid9735
    @wabyonadsvid9735 3 года назад +1

    Good explanation, thanks

  • @tsikomarvin1641
    @tsikomarvin1641 Год назад

    Thanks a lot Darwin this is a great hint

  • @shareefahbahati
    @shareefahbahati 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for this 🙏...
    I realy needed it

  • @eddiekawunde4317
    @eddiekawunde4317 2 года назад +1

    This was really informative. thanks a lot

  • @kitaraedwin6959
    @kitaraedwin6959 3 года назад +1

    Number 1 reason why I followed you is Luzungu.. I love yo explanations in English trust me I even sometimes fail to follow what yo saying but instead enjoy the sound of yo words flowing..

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  3 года назад

      Hahah......this is hilarious...thanks for watching

    • @aminanamugenyi9206
      @aminanamugenyi9206 3 года назад +1

      AWW I can't stop teething but you're right because he's talking well according to others.

    • @abodanoah3361
      @abodanoah3361 3 года назад

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @peternyingi5545
    @peternyingi5545 8 месяцев назад +8

    You hired the wrong person, mine doesn't lick and its ten years now. 😊

    • @kap880
      @kap880 7 месяцев назад

      Impressive! What do you recommend?

    • @rumor-zy8en
      @rumor-zy8en 6 месяцев назад

      Depending on what country you are in. If it is in Southeast asia where there is a rainy season this will really cause you a big headache.

  • @birungibuyinza
    @birungibuyinza Год назад +1

    Can I use tarazo for water proofing my syrub coz water proofing material are duplicated a lot

  • @evefavourite3168
    @evefavourite3168 2 года назад +1

    Thanks so much for this, please I'm really interested to know how you designed the tank and its housing on the parapet.. do you have any tutorial on it?

  • @rebeccal.nyange219
    @rebeccal.nyange219 3 года назад +1

    thank you very much . the video is very informative

  • @aminanamugenyi9206
    @aminanamugenyi9206 3 года назад +2

    Thanks Darwin for your great work for sure you opened up our eyes Masha Allah

  • @alaingana8316
    @alaingana8316 2 года назад +1

    Please sir which chemical is used for the waterproof so that water will not penetrate in the roof?please will be roofing my house soon and it is having a parapet so I will like to know what can I use to avoid water to enter through the parapet,I will be very happy if you help me.thanks

  • @nancywairimu2155
    @nancywairimu2155 2 года назад +1

    What if I need the water for my tanks from this kind of roof please advise

  • @Holytales-f2f
    @Holytales-f2f 3 года назад +1

    You are the best looking forward doing business with you God willing

  • @annetkobusingye4414
    @annetkobusingye4414 3 года назад +1

    Thanks so much.thats mai ideal way

  • @nancywairimu2155
    @nancywairimu2155 2 года назад +3

    .I'm planning to make a flat roof and want to store the rain water and I'm finding your information productive please help how to do it

    • @abelkunihira6633
      @abelkunihira6633 Год назад

      Did you get the reply please I need this information dear

    • @AustinLM
      @AustinLM 5 месяцев назад

      Any update on this question

  • @georgekimori5792
    @georgekimori5792 3 года назад

    So infomartive..thank you

  • @davyx1459
    @davyx1459 3 года назад +2

    So informative

  • @zizodbest
    @zizodbest 2 года назад +1

    Amazing video ❤️

  • @wendyharrison2279
    @wendyharrison2279 2 года назад +3

    U can introduce felt on the concrete slab to prevent leakage

  • @ndaba9483
    @ndaba9483 2 года назад +1

    What software are you using for 3d model

  • @bonganethabethe5110
    @bonganethabethe5110 2 года назад +2

    What is the name of the software you are using

  • @kingfrank6877
    @kingfrank6877 Год назад +1

    Can you estimate us the cost of building such a house it would make a good video

  • @sarahnamazzi8855
    @sarahnamazzi8855 2 года назад

    Very informative thx

  • @mr.ndirangumwaura9936
    @mr.ndirangumwaura9936 9 месяцев назад +5

    I've had a flat roof for years. No leaks. We just sweep it monthly.

  • @medinajenicca5259
    @medinajenicca5259 3 года назад +2

    Can I change my mind (after building from foundation to wall plate) if the plan had mwamba bit now I want hidden roofing?

  • @j.c.e.lannex2661
    @j.c.e.lannex2661 Год назад +1

    Which cad is this

  • @aberba
    @aberba 3 года назад +16

    Most people with flat roofs are lazy and they don't bother to regularly clean their roofs. Doing a flat roof has its pros and cons, same as hipped. If you build a low-quality flat roof or don't regularly maintain/clean it, then you'll definitely have problems. No cutting corners.
    I should add that the concrete gutter (if you go for that) should be water-proofed and slopped enough to allowed water flow without any impediment.

  • @eliasphiri8865
    @eliasphiri8865 2 года назад +1

    You need right material for the job, you have to use flashing ,Radenshield membrane, tek screw ,good quality Waterproof and a professional carpenter

  • @najuukoallen8004
    @najuukoallen8004 2 года назад +1

    Hello, so how much does it cost to build the house (that design, 4bedrooms up)with labour and which plot fts is enough for it?????? Please 🙏 thanks

    • @jamesgathitu923
      @jamesgathitu923 2 года назад

      Hi, I can help you with a bungalow and with 4.5M you have one

  • @otienoagiro
    @otienoagiro Год назад +1

    Educative

  • @TheYAWHNIE
    @TheYAWHNIE 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this info .... how durable is the water proofing elements on the concrete roof top? will it need to be re-enforced over time?

    • @afrikanheritage99
      @afrikanheritage99 6 месяцев назад

      Very important question he should address. But he chose not to.

  • @jameskariuki6341
    @jameskariuki6341 3 года назад +1

    ARCHICAD 24 RIGHT?

  • @ngosaeunice4474
    @ngosaeunice4474 3 года назад

    Thanks for the information

  • @Uncle-Basil
    @Uncle-Basil 2 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing, I prefer a pitched roof because flat roofs require more maintenance and have a greater chance for leaks than a pitched roof. I like your design though...very nice.

  • @collincevikush5238
    @collincevikush5238 3 года назад +1

    What about roof deck is it nice than lron roofing sheets

  • @mediaone777
    @mediaone777 3 года назад

    Thanks for teaching us am so impressed bro.
    Now i have a 20"40" can i build a 2 story on it wiith 4 rooms

  • @purplepump6058
    @purplepump6058 3 года назад +1

    Thank you so much

  • @nakyanjacharity4970
    @nakyanjacharity4970 3 года назад +1

    Thanks very much sir

  • @annetkobusingye4414
    @annetkobusingye4414 3 года назад +2

    I ve watched more than 7 times I rilly prefer flat roofing but am scared of linkage.i still don't how I can go any it

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  3 года назад

      Its manageable, if you use the right team

  • @taucetus3657
    @taucetus3657 2 года назад

    Or use Miracle 511 Impregnator Sealant. You apply a thin layer all over your roof deck, bathroom floor and wall tiles, your house floors and even on your kitchen counters and water seepage issues become the past.

  • @carolineochanda5482
    @carolineochanda5482 4 месяца назад

    I'm looking for a good fundi for flat roof kindly help

  • @thuwaybahkajubi7483
    @thuwaybahkajubi7483 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much.. So its better the behind part of the roof not be built on and instead put a water gutter.

  • @mandymkhizi6527
    @mandymkhizi6527 Год назад +1

    Woow thank you souch for opening my eyes😊

  • @geterudedzuna
    @geterudedzuna Год назад +3

    Flat roofs were there long time ago and I lived in a flat roof house that has more than 20 years since the construction there haven't any problem of leaking maybe it depends material or the one who do the roof his experience

  • @joekerods
    @joekerods 3 года назад +1

    please visit the gradient issue as well

  • @mctrevors7852
    @mctrevors7852 7 месяцев назад +2

    Flat roofs in Uganda.. in the long term, it isn't feasible.

  • @AlexB2998
    @AlexB2998 3 года назад +2

    Roof it yourself and roof it right, good for 40 years. EPDM 60 mil on fiberboards or strandboards.

    • @AlexB2998
      @AlexB2998 3 года назад

      Commented before watching, my bad. I have no knowledge how to keep a roof deck from receiving wear&tear. Only thing I can think of is to raise the decking off the roof.

  • @oladmejiakogun1263
    @oladmejiakogun1263 Год назад +1

    I use silicone roof they still leaks am converting my house to up roof

  • @ersimon9689
    @ersimon9689 3 года назад +1

    I'm weeks away from roofing. The dilemma we have is concrete flat roof or orientile sloping roof. It's a residential 5 apts together. Which is cheaper?

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  3 года назад +1

      Definitely the gently slanting roof will be cheaper....but the concrete flat roof will give extra usability

    • @ersimon9689
      @ersimon9689 3 года назад

      @@mukizadarwin we decided to go concrete flat roof...thanks.

  • @lastonetimarknaughty5752
    @lastonetimarknaughty5752 3 года назад +1

    Cant i make the whole of my roof water prove am i keep my roof safe to prevent water leakage

    • @mukizadarwin
      @mukizadarwin  3 года назад +1

      Good idea, might be expensive though

  • @robertmawanda
    @robertmawanda 7 месяцев назад +1

    Flat roof are excellent if you do them right.

  • @NeoSoulCrew
    @NeoSoulCrew Год назад +1

    Theyre not bad, its owner maintenance thats bad.

  • @gilbertochieng8596
    @gilbertochieng8596 4 месяца назад +1

    APP membrane is the solution, concrate alone cannot stop leaks.

  • @robinahsdf8974
    @robinahsdf8974 Год назад +1

    Banange oluzungu uuuuuuu😂😂😂😂😂😂hhh

  • @TYMES210
    @TYMES210 3 года назад +1

    Hey bro how can we contact?