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How to prepare your roof for a storm

17th February 2020 Article

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

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What is roof shrinkage and how can it be repaired?

5th January 2020 Article

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

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How much does a new roof cost?

20th December 2019 Article

Does your property need a new roof? Here’s how much you should expect it to set you back. Replacing your property’s roof is an expensive job, so it’s always best to seek advice from an expert on whether a new roof is necessary or if your existing roof could still be repaired or restored. Signs

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What are the differences between tiles and slates?

15th September 2019 Article

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

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How is slate formed?

20th August 2019 Article

Slate is a strong and beautiful natural material that can be used for a variety of purposes around the home. Most of the slate in the world is mined in order to be made into roof tiles due to its durability and excellent weather resistance. Slate is also popularly used indoors as floor and wall

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A brief history of the Welsh slate industry

12th August 2019 Article

The landscape of North Wales has been irrevocably changed by the roaring success of region’s slate industry in the 18thand 19thcenturies. Slate from the region is some of the highest quality in the world, and during the industry’s peak it was being shipped all around the world. It is even said that Welsh slate “roofed

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Welsh slate mine to be nominated…

22nd July 2019 Article

…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

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3 ways to save money on roof repairs

8th July 2019 Article

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

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Signs you may need a new roof

6th June 2019 Article

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

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What does it mean if a slate roof is ‘nail sick’?

11th May 2019 Article

If your property starts to regularly lose roof tile it could be suffering from ‘nail sickness’. Nail sickness is a term used for a roofing problem caused by the natural deterioration of the nails holding the roof tiles in place. It is a problem that naturally occurs over a long period of time as the

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