Archive for January 2012

It’s the time of year to batten down the hatches and stay inside. But how do you make sure your roof keeps you warm and dry?

There is a lot to consider when building a new home. Location, the mortgage, as well as the layout and space required are just a few of the many factors to be considered. However the structural elements are the most important in the long-term. When building your own home you should make sure you budget properly for the roof as it takes up around one third of the home and if built properly, should keep you warm and dry for many years.

Considering a new roof? There’s a wide range of roof coverings available - from thatch to slate roofing, clay roof tiles to concrete, solar panels or metal.  There’s even green roof systems,  for those wanting to blend into their surroundings. 

Before putting a solar panel or two on your roof, it’s worth knowing how they work and also when and where they work best.

Two thirds of homeowners think their insurance covers the cost of roof repairs, but in fact this is not the case.

When you’re choosing between loft conversion companies remember to ask if they subcontract the roofing work.

It’s not just the components of a roof that matter – it’s they way they work together as a roofing system that counts