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How a Pitched Roof Is Built (and When to Call a Roofer)
A pitched roof is a stack of layers, each with a job. Knowing the order helps you read…
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Posts and guides on roof repairs, coverings, costs and the rules that apply to roof work in north-east Hampshire and west Surrey.
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How Long Do Conservatory Roofs Last?
Polycarbonate conservatory roofs have a published typical life of about 10 to 15 years. Glass and solid roofs…
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How Much Does EPDM Rubber Roofing Cost?
MyJobQuote gives around £60 per square metre and about £1,050 for an average rubber roof; Which? gives a…
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How a Flat Roof Is Built
A flat roof is built as a sequence of layers with a gentle fall. Here is each layer…
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Eating Out and Staying Over in Farnborough
A short guide to Farnborough for anyone coming to eat or stay: the three parts of town worth…
Blog · 9 min read
How to Cut Slate Roof Tiles
Cutting slate is a skilled part of slating, because the cut pieces at hips, valleys and abutments carry…
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What Is Farnborough Like to Live In?
Farnborough is several settlements in one borough, each laid out in a different decade. This guide covers where…
Blog · 9 min read
Can You Have Solar Panels on a Flat Roof?
Yes, panels can sit on a flat roof. The question for a roofer is the roof: what it…
Guide · 9 min read
How to Spot a Dodgy Roofer (and What to Do About One)
A dodgy roofer sells fear, speed and cash. A sound one shows you the roof, writes one price…
Guide · 9 min read
Making a Roof Insurance Claim: Storms, Wear and Tear
A roof claim goes best when you tell the insurer early, stop further damage, and keep clear evidence.…
Guide · 9 min read
Roof Checks When Buying a House in Farnborough
A roof can cost more to put right than almost any other fault in a house. A few…
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A Roof Maintenance Checklist Through the Year
A roof asks for a little attention each season. This checklist covers what to look at from the…
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