Roof maintenance is not something that we all constantly remind ourselves of. With busy lives, it is often something that may be overlooked as it is assumed that provided there are no leaks, it must be fine. It is not easy to know when your roof needs replacing. However, if you remember to check your …
The use of UPVC fascia and soffit boards has become the norm when replacing an existing roof. They are a popular choice due to their capability to last longer than traditional materials, in some cases even a lifetime. Installation of a new gutter system involves the removal of the existing timber roofline, after taking out …
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Lead roof flashing is an extremely important component, it is one of the most fundamental materials that will prevent leaks and is an excellent way to provide waterproof protection. Therefore it’s one of the areas that us roofers tend to spend most of our time. If left without regular maintenance and poor installation it can …
One of the most common questions we get asked is how much does it cost to replace a roof? This is not an easy question to answer as there are many factors to consider. Size One of the key points to consider is the size of your roof, obviously the bigger the roof the more …
We have stated many times in our blogs that the roof to your house is one of the most important structural elements. If left unprotected your house will be exposed to all forms of weather and nature including birds, insects and rodents. Having said this there are still many people who don’t realise the importance …
Have you noticed damp patches on your walls? One of the main reasons behind this can be caused by a leak from your roof or faulty guttering. This type of damp is known as penetrating damp, which has the capabilities of expanding across your walls and ceilings, it usually expands horizontally and can go right …
The majority of older houses with gable roofs have wet verge roofing. The wall above the area where two verges in a roof meet is called the gable end, and the verge means the outer ends of your roof above the gable end. Mortar was used traditionally to fix these areas of the roof. The …
More and more homeowners are selecting EPDM roofing as a roof replacement around the world. There are many reasons that this roof, made from rubber materials, is selected over other options – particularly so when it comes to sheds, garages and other flat roofs. We discuss the key features that make this type of roofing …
This is one of the most common questions we get asked as experienced roofers, how can I find leaks in my roof, and what areas are most prone to leak. Well in general it is where there are two surface areas which meet one another. The most susceptible areas are roof lights, sky lights, vent …
When considering roofing services in Coventry, you will find a lot of companies claiming to be the best in the local area. This can be confusing and also frustrating as you will find yourself umming and ahhing about which company to opt for. Roofing services are important and fundamental to the structure of your house. …
Well it depends on many things as chimneys come in all different shapes and sizes so it can often be difficult to tell if you need a chimney repair. Below we have listed some of the tell tale signs that your chimney may need repair work doing: Chimney leaning to one side, this can happen …
New roof tiles can really add the WOW factor to your house, besides the obvious qualities that a tiled roof can provide such as excellent weather resistance and extremely long life expectancy, they look stunning! Roof tiles are available in a range of different styles and colours which allow you to match them to the exterior …
