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Ponding standing water on a flat roof after heavy rain

25Aug25 August 2024

Avoiding Costly Mistakes: A Guide to Successful Roofing

Avoiding Common Costly Roofing Errors Planning and designing a roof are one thing, and installing a roof is another. Sometimes the two go together flawlessly, especially when you involve the right professionals and set aside time. But you wouldn’t be a wise homeowner if you didn’t always plan for problems, too - because they crop up, more often than not. Replacing a roof is no rare exception, so you must budget carefully to avoid costly mistakes not just in the short-term...

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20Aug20 August 2024

Top Facts About Commercial Roofing You Need to Know

Top Facts About Commercial Roofing You Need to Know As suppliers of long-lasting roofing materials like EPDM, we believe it’s our job to educate our readers, whether they’re homeowners or businesses, on technological advancements in roofing, extending a roof’s longevity, how to maintain one correctly and the cost of implications of choosing the wrong material or contractor. But you might not realise that commercial roofs do a lot more than protect your assets and shelter your workers from the elements. For example,...

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16Aug16 August 2024

How Long Does It Take To Replace a Roof?

Quick Guide to Roof Replacement Timelines A roof replacement can take anywhere from 3 days to a few weeks - and the timeline will mostly depend on factors like the materials you’re working with, the complexity of the job itself and of course, the weather. The first part of the process is an evaluation by a professional, who will assess the state of your current roof, pinpoint any concerns and identify how long it will take to remove your old roof...

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12Aug12 August 2024

Green Roofs and the Future of Urban Green Infrastructure

The Future of Roofs is Green The rise of green roofs and urban green infrastructure is on the rise - and it’s not just an architectural trend that’s taken off. By 2050, the global population will have increased to almost 10 billion; in London alone, the population is estimated to increase by a further 3 million. This means the subsequent increase in demand for infrastructure requires more thought to preserve and maintain the natural environment and, thus, the health and well-being of...

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Roof Rubber EPDM Membrane Installation Close Up.

08Aug8 August 2024

How Much Does Flat Roof Replacement Cost?

2024 Guide to Flat Roof Costs & Fees As a company that sells flat roof materials like EPDM and installation tools, who better to reveal the costs of a flat roof replacement than us, and who deals with flat roof replacements daily? So, seeing that the cost is mostly dependent on the size of your roof and project or the type of flat roof material you choose, we thought we’d help you understand the question and break down the costs involved with...

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08Aug8 August 2024

Planning Permission No Longer Required for Solar on Flat-roof Homes

The Planning Rules for Solar Panels Has Been Relaxed In late 2023, as part of the government’s plan to boost solar panel installations across the UK, permitted development rights were extended for property owners looking to install flat roofs. If you’re a homeowner in England, Wales, and Scotland, you can install solar photovoltaic PV panels without planning permission. However, it doesn’t just extend to homeowners; as part of the confirmation, the government also eradicated the 1MV capacity restriction, which previously meant that...

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10Jul10 July 2024

Saving Money On Your Roof

How To Save Money on Your New Roof or Replacement Looking for the cheapest roof option might mean you have to spend more money on repairing and replacing it throughout your lifetime, which is not very cost-effective. And while it might seem easier to keep costs low now, you don’t want to keep having to fork out every time there’s a problem when you can better invest your money to save money. Plus, there are other ways to save money on...

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10Jul10 July 2024

Going Green With Your Roof

How Can I Go Green For My Roof Replacement? Thinking of a roof replacement? Well, if you’re thinking of going green, you’re like the thousands of homeowners currently seeking eco-friendly options to reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to sustainable living. And even if you weren’t necessarily thinking of going green but need a new roof, you might want to consider these greener alternatives, which are cheaper, more cost-effective and better lasting (not to mention they improve the air quality around...

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EPDM Modern Roof Cover Vinyl in Contractors Hand

10Jul10 July 2024

Choosing the Right Roof For a Property

A Guide to Choosing the Right Style of Roof Building a new roof or re-roofing a damaged roof? Considering a new material or tile? Then you’ll need to consider several factors, for example, the home or building style (as well as the style of roofs on your street), the purpose of the building, the application of roofing materials and their longevity, not to mention the cost. If your property is terraced or semi-detached, you might want to consider matching your roof to...

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10Jul10 July 2024

How a Pitched Roof Has Evolved

The Changing Styles of Pitched Roofs Since man ventured out of caves, roofs became the first structures to be installed – and it’s incredible to think, then even in primitive times, that humans knew they needed protection from harsh elements, whether it be wind, rain, sun or snow. Back in primate times, archaeologists discovered that earliest roofs included wood, clay, and animal hides, but how has the pitched roof of today evolved? Tiled roofs After thatching, clay-tiled roofs became the norm after several...

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