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What Is the Most Energy-Efficient Flat Roof?
An efficient flat roof is one with continuous insulation, a controlled vapour path and no gaps. Part L…
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What Is the Longest-Lasting Roof Covering?
Natural slate and zinc top the published lists at around a century, with lead and clay behind. Each…
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What Is the Longest-Lasting Flat Roof Material?
On published figures, zinc and lead outlast the flexible coverings, and felt comes last. Where HomeBuilding and Less…
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Do You Need Planning Permission to Replace Gutters?
For an ordinary house, replacing gutters like for like does not normally need planning permission. A flat, a…
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Do You Need Scaffolding to Replace Guttering?
Whether gutter work needs scaffold depends on the height of the eaves, what is being replaced and where…
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How Long Does It Take to Replace a Commercial Roof?
How long a re-roof takes is set by the roof, and the factors that set it are knowable.…
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How Long Can You Leave a Roof Leak?
There is no safe length of time to leave a roof leak. Water keeps working, repairs grow, and…
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Who Is Responsible for the Roof on a Commercial Property?
There is no single rule on who maintains a commercial roof. The answer sits in the lease, the…
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What to Look For When Hiring a Roofer
A companion to our list of questions: this one covers what you should be able to see and…
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What Is the Most Common Roof Type in the UK?
The short answer is the pitched roof, finished in tile or slate. The shape is only half of…
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Do You Need Planning Permission for a Skylight?
A skylight on a house is normally permitted development under Class C, within two limits. Flats, listed buildings…
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Can You Repair Just a Section of a Roof?
Yes, you can. A section repair is often the sensible choice where the remainder is in good order…
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