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Built-up roofing
A flat or low-slope roof system built from several layers of roofing felt with alternating layers of hot or cold asphalt, finished with a coating or gravel. It is commonly called BUR. The layered system is repaired in sections or replaced when the plies begin to fail.
Common questions
What does "Built-up roofing" mean in Xactimate estimating?
A flat or low-slope roof system built from several layers of roofing felt with alternating layers of hot or cold asphalt, finished with a coating or gravel. It is commonly called BUR. The layered system is repaired in sections or replaced when the plies begin to fail.
Where does "Built-up roofing" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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