Your roof is one of the most important features on your home. It protects your loved ones from the unpredictable weather outside, and it ensures that the structure of your home remains stable. Without a reliable roof, it would be impossible to live comfortably in...
Your roof isn't just a protective shield, capable of keeping you safe and warm at home. It's also a big part of your house's aesthetic. Just try to imagine what your property would look like if you changed your tile roof to a flat metal...
Artstone is an engineered, handmade stone slate that’s stronger, more durable and more available than natural stone slate. It perfectly mimics the appearance of natural grey slate, so much so that it can’t be distinguished from it. Artstone is a brand name, so when we refer...
GRP is considered to be the best material for flat roofing systems. It’s strong, it’s lightweight, it’s maintenance-free and it can be patched. It’s 100% waterproof with no seams or glued joints for water to penetrate over time. It’s also strong enough and safe to...
When you look up at your roof, you probably see it as a single entity. There are in fact several sections to a roof and understanding what these are can be the difference between knowing what needs maintenance and what doesn’t. What is a soffit? The...
The best material for your roof depends on its pitch and the location of your home. Your budget will also play a role in what you end up with. There’s several roofing systems available for every application. These encompass everything from thatch to asphalt tiles to...
Felt and GRP fibreglass roofing systems are the most popular systems for flat roofs. They are also suitable for pitched roofs in some applications. The popularity for both systems stems from different requirements, however. Felt is a cheaper material, fibreglass is more expensive. Felt typically lasts...
Whether your chimney is functional or not, it is a structural part of your roof that will require maintenance at some point. Since brickwork/ stonework and associated fixings such as mortar are not immune to weathering and movement, it’s also important to get your chimney...
The good old British weather can cause a number of serious problems when it comes to your roof. Here are five of the most common weather-related roof problems we see, and why it’s important to get them fixed as early as possible. 1. Damaged flashings Regular exposure...
Flat roofs are becoming more and more popular in the UK. They look attractive, they’re hardwearing and highly durable. However, just like any other roof, there are times when things can go wrong with your flat roof. Here’s our guide to the process of repairing...