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What Happens During a New Roof: Step by Step
A new roof follows a fixed order: survey, access, strip, check the timbers, underlay, battens, covering, details and…
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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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Signs You Need a New Roof
One failure is a repair. A pattern of them, across several slopes and on an ageing roof, is…
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Scaffolding for a New Roof
A new roof needs scaffold, and scaffold on the highway has to carry the highway authority's licence. Which…
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Do You Have to Insulate When Re-Roofing?
Part L can ask for better insulation when a roof is renovated, though only where the job amounts…
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Replacing the Roof on a Listed Building
A listed house can usually have its roof mended or re-covered, but alterations that touch its character need…
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Does Home Insurance Cover a Roof Replacement?
Cover follows the cause of the damage. A sound roof that a storm has wrecked may be covered,…
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How Much Do Roof Repairs Cost?
National guides put an average roof repair at around £650, with small tile jobs far below that and…
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How Much Does an Emergency Roof Repair Cost?
An emergency visit to make a roof safe is priced differently from the permanent repair that follows it.…
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Is It Cheaper to Repair or Replace a Roof?
A repair is cheaper on the day. A new roof can be cheaper over the years. Which one…
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Storm Damage to Roofs: What to Check and Fix
After a storm, the roof is rarely damaged in one place. A careful check from the ground, a…
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What Does a Roof Inspection Include?
A proper roof inspection is a walk round, a look from the roof and a look from the…
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Temporary Roof Repairs: What Works
A temporary repair is a bridge, not a destination. Done well, it keeps the house dry until the…
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