Thinking about a change in the new year? - 24/12/2011
If you’ve been following our blog posts throughout December and have got the home maintenance bug, there are plenty more bits and pieces scattered over Roofapedia.
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24/12/2011 09:00:00 by
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68 commentsFiled under:
Maintenance,
ContractorLingo
Don't be afraid to ask questions - 23/12/2011
It's critical that, when you encounter a problem with your roof, you ask plenty of questions.
Posted:
23/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
118 commentsFiled under:
Professional,
Roof,
ContractorLingo
Know how lead free roofing can benefit your property - 22/12/2011
Lead has been used for hundreds of years due to the flexibility and durability of the material that enable installers to create complex waterproof seals at roof junctions.
Posted:
22/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
113 commentsFiled under:
LeadReplacement
Don't give in to spray foam insulation promotions - 21/12/2011
Despite spray foam insulation being a good solution for older roofs and can improve the thermal efficiency of your roof, there is growing concern that it could increase the cost of future re-roofing.
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21/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
35 commentsFiled under:
SprayFoam,
SprayFoamInsulation,
Insulation
Consider solar panelling - 20/12/2011
Despite the recent reduction in the FIT, solar panelling remains a useful, low carbon method of providing your home with energy for heating, hot water and electricity. It also has the added benefit of being renewable and supporting the environment.
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20/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
45 commentsFiled under:
Solar,
SolarElectric,
SolarPanels,
SolarThermal,
FIT
Dry Fix v's Wet Fix - know the difference - 19/12/2011
Before we start on this topic, the term ‘dry fix system’ refers to roof junctions that avoid using mortar and are fixed mechanically. ‘Wet fix’, on the other hand means the use of traditional mortar.
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19/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
1158 commentsFiled under:
DryRidge,
DryRoof,
DryValley,
DryVerge,
DryFix
If your insulation looks like this, chances are your roof is not insulated effectively - 18/12/2011
Your roofer will be able to ensure you have an efficient, effectively insulated roof.
Posted:
18/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
65 commentsFiled under:
Insulation
Thinking about battens? - 17/12/2011
Whether you’re building a new house, refurbishing an old property or replacing an old, tired roof, you will be choosing from a wide and diverse range of coverings and battens will be a major consideration.
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17/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
37 commentsFiled under:
RoofingBattens,
Battens
Think you might have a leak in the roof? Here are a few things to investigate...... - 16/12/2011
There are a number of reasons why your roof might leak. Here’s a quick run down of them.
Look out for slipped tiles - 15/12/2011
While you’re taking a look at your roof, look for missing, broken or cracked tiles too and scan the junctions (where the roof meets a wall) for visible signs of damage.
Posted:
15/12/2011 14:14:05 by
Tyler | with
38 commentsFiled under:
SlippedTiles,
Maintenance
Where to start with genuine slate? - 14/12/2011
Slate is a roofing material that has been used in the UK as far back as 1296!
Posted:
14/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
522 commentsFiled under:
Slate,
NaturalSlate
Where to start with genuine slate? - 14/12/2011
Slate is a roofing material that has been used in the UK as far back as 1296!
Posted:
14/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
63 commentsFiled under:
Slate,
NaturalSlate
How to remove moss from your roof - 13/12/2011
Have you spotted a patch of moss on your roof that you don’t like? Before I explain how to rid your roof of moss, I should point out that there is every chance that it will have little to no impact on the function of your roof and roof tiles.
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13/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
33 commentsFiled under:
Moss
Get Planning Permission - 12/12/2011
As mentioned in the 9th entry to this advent calendar (which we hope you’re learning plenty from!), you may well need planning permission if you are making any changes to more than 25% of your roof.
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12/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
36 commentsFiled under:
PlanningPermission
Understand the lingo your contractor is using - 11/12/2011
Do you know your Batten Voids from your Fascia boards? If the answer is no, you’re not alone!
Posted:
11/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
37 commentsFiled under:
ContractorLingo
Ventilate your roof - 10/12/2011
It’s important that, as well as insulating your home, you must ventilate the roof space to ensure that the roof space does not retain moisture.
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10/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
45 commentsFiled under:
Ventilation
Hire a professional - 09/12/2011
It’s a common mistake among homeowners to just select the first name in the Yellow Pages when finding a roofing contractor, but it’s of the utmost importance that you hunt around, get at least 3 quotes, request references and ask plenty of questions.
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09/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
184 commentsFiled under:
Guarantees,
NFRC,
PlanningPermission,
Professional,
Estimates
Understand the style of your roof - 08/12/2011
There are numerous different styles of roof which all suit different sizes and shapes of houses.
Posted:
08/12/2011 14:02:45 by
Tyler | with
34 commentsFiled under:
Gabled,
Pitched,
RoofStyles,
UpandOver,
DuoPitch
Got crumbling verges? - 07/12/2011
Have you noticed that the mortar in your verges (where the sloping part of your roof meets the wall) is breaking away in places?
Posted:
07/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
39 commentsFiled under:
DryRidge,
DryVerge,
Mortar,
DryFix
Different roofing materials and their uses - 06/12/2011
Despite roofing materials not changing drastically over many decades, the form and function has evolved somewhat in recent years.
Posted:
06/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
32 commentsFiled under:
Metal,
Reconstituted,
Recycled,
Slate,
Stone,
Thatch,
Clay
Educate yourself on building regulations - 05/12/2011
It’s important that you check the building regulations relevant to your roof and property before commencing any improvements or maintenance.
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05/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
49 commentsFiled under:
BuildingRegulations
Know your tile history - 04/12/2011
A great man once said “learn from the past, prepare for the future, live in the present”. What better place to start that by looking at the history of roofing tiles in order to know how to preserve and maintain your roof in the present and prevent any problems in the future?
Posted:
04/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
30 commentsFiled under:
Concrete,
Courtrai,
History,
Marseille,
Pantile,
PlainTile,
Clay
Check your roof regularly - 03/12/2011
It is a good idea to inspect the inside of your roof annually.
Posted:
03/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
53 commentsFiled under:
Maintenance
Keep the tile and weight the same when replacing your roof - 02/12/2011
It’s worth noting that it’s not just an increase in weight that could be dangerous to your roof, lighter roof tiles could mean the roof structure becoming lifted in high winds so it’s best to stick to the original loading.
Posted:
02/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
101 commentsFiled under:
Structure,
Weight,
Re-Roof
Get to know your tiles - 01/12/2011
Do you know the difference between Plain Tles and Pantiles? It’s the first lesson in roofing school to learn what sort of tiles are on your roof and what options you have when looking for a change.
Posted:
01/12/2011 09:00:00 by
Tyler | with
484 commentsFiled under:
Pantile,
PlainTile,
RomanTile,
Slate,
TileTypes,
Natural