Category: Buying Slate
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Category: Buying Slate
In the midst of Storm Ciara, we take a look at what you can do to prepare your roof when there is storm on the way. Next time there’s a big storm on the way, don’t batten down the hatches until you’ve checked that your roof is safe and secure. Whilst the UK usually escapes
…when repairing or replacing my roof? If you are carrying out significant repairs or changes to your roof, building regulations may require you to replace the roof’s insulation. Your home’s roof is vital for protecting its structural integrity and the contents of your home, so it’s important to keep it in good condition. Replacing your
If you find water leaking through your flat roof, it could be roof shrinkage causing the problem. Roof shrinkage is a relatively common problem in flat and low-pitched roofs that many homeowners have not heard of. Roof shrinkage is not caused by the actual roof shrinking, but rather the shrinkage of the EPDM membrane that
Whilst you will not usually require planning permission to re-roof your home, you probably will need to apply for Building Regulations approval. If your property’s roof cannot be repaired or restored, then you will need to have the whole roof replaced. Prior to 5th April 2006, Building Regulations approval was only required if you were
Make an informed decision about the best material for your roof by finding out more about the differences between tiles and slates. Your roof is your first line of defence against the elements, protecting you and your property’s structure from damp and damage. When choosing the right material for your roof, there are many different
An article in the Mirror has reported a huge surge in demand for slate roof tiles to be used as plates for serving up food. If you like to eat out, you may be used to receiving your food in all manner of unexpected ways. Many modern and trendy restaurants now look for unusual and
…for UNESCO world heritage site status The Welsh slate quarry landscape in Gwynedd, North Wales is to be nominated for UNESCO World Heritage status. If the bid is successful, the area could join the likes of the Taj Mahal and the Great Barrier Reef on the list of the world’s most significant sites of outstanding
Cut the cost of expensive roof repairs with these three money-saving tips. Whether you’ve got a few missing roof tiles that need to be replaced, or a roof suffering from nail sickness that requires a complete overhaul, the advice in this blog could help to keep the repair costs down. Shop around for parts and
Concerned about your roof? Here are four signs that it may need replacing. Your roof protects your home from the elements, and a damaged roof will be less effective at performing this important job. An old or damaged roof can start to let water in, causing serious structural damage to your home over time. It’s
If you’re on a mission to live sustainably and make more environmentally friendly choices at home, then your roof is a great place to start. Living sustainably is all about reducing waste and energy consumption to look after our planet. Here are three great ideas for giving your roof an eco-friendly makeover. Reclaimed slate tiles
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