The increasing complexity around UK building regulations can create uncertainty for specifiers when selecting the right solutions for their projects, knowing all too well the responsibility they face to ensure their specifications meet legal and performance standards. In an age where mitigating risk is key, third-party accreditation plays a crucial role proving a system’s fitness for purpose and its compliance with building regulations. This will help you to specify confidently in the knowledge that your projects adhere to important industry standards.
When it comes to flat roofing specification, the importance of third-party accreditation is no exception. We understand, however, that selecting the right solution for your project whilst navigating third-party accreditation can be challenging, which is why Polyroof is a trusted partner of specifiers in helping them to navigate the complexities around certification and compliance with building regulations.
How does third party accreditation help you adhere to building regulations?
Any system should be suitably tested and certified for the required application, therefore, when exploring the different options for your specification, you should take care to ascertain whether the system has third-party accreditations relevant to the installation environment, with a view to ensuring compliance with building regulations.
BBA Certification
A British Board of Agrément (BBA) certification is a product and system certificate scheme, which enables manufacturers of products used in the construction industry to demonstrate a product’s ability to perform the required function and its compliance with building regulations. Providing evidence of a product’s performance is fundamental to its integrity within the marketplace, as this assures your clients that the product installed will stand the test of time. As the UK’s major approval authority, BBA certification is a mark of excellence based on rigorous national and European standards that validate a construction product’s specialist formulation, capability, and uniqueness. Examples of key factors assessed within a BBA certificate are:
- Weathertightness
- Properties in relation to fire
- Adhesion/wind suction
- Resistance to mechanical damage (and ability to accept foot traffic)
- Environmental and Sustainability Standards
- Durability
Specifying a product or system with BBA certification helps specifiers to demonstrate compliance with national building regulations along with other standards, such as NHBC Standards. The BBA will assess a product or system’s suitability for installation within different environments according to scope. For example, different flat roofing test applications such as blue roofs, green roofs, and inverted roofs. Other factors included in a BBA assessment include evaluation against technical specifications, assessment criteria and technical investigations, as well as use and design considerations.
Polyroof has a complete range of systems that are rigorously tested and certified in accordance with the BBA, providing specifiers with added peace of mind that they meet the necessary standards outlined in UK building regulations, ensuring both safety and performance. Each of the Protec, Protec Evolve, Xtraflex, and 185 GRP Systems each hold BBA certification for installation in flat roofing environments, confirming their ability to provide durable, long-term performance.
Specify with Confidence
In a regulatory environment that’s constantly evolving, specifiers need more than just products – they need partners. Here at Polyroof, we are here to support you throughout the specification process, offering a comprehensive suite of services to help you specify more confidently. In addition to our range of BBA-Certified solutions, we can assist you with:
- End-to-end project support: Our team of experts on hand to assist specifiers at every stage of their flat roofing projects.
- Bespoke specification writing: Tailored solutions to meet your needs regarding service, guarantee, and budget.
- Approved contractor network: Projects are delivered by trained & trusted, independent contractors supported by our in-house technicians.
- Problem-solving focus: We aim to eliminate issues for specifiers, allowing them to focus on other priorities.
- Condition reports: Assessments to evaluate existing waterproofing and offer specification advice and solutions.
- RIBA-Certified CPD seminars: Produced with specifiers in mind to help you stay in touch with the latest technology and advancements in the field, whilst improving your knowledge and confidence.
- VIP Headquarters visits: Clients are invited to the Polyroof headquarters to explore support services and see advanced manufacturing and waterproofing technology firsthand.
- Post-installation support: We offer continued availability for questions and future project consultations.
- Straightforward, reliable guarantees: Polyroof offers robust guarantees that are easy to understand, providing long-term peace of mind for clients without unnecessary complexity. Guarantees are subject to specification.
By choosing Polyroof, specifiers gain a trusted ally who understands the challenges of third-party accreditation and works proactively to guide the specifier throughout the product selection process. Whether you’re designing a new build or refurbishing an existing roof, we are here to help you. Are you ready to discuss your next specification? Get in touch with our experts today.
