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Proper Roofing Ventilation Needed

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The human body, as we all know, is an incredible piece of biological engineering. And the body needs to deliver oxygen to the blood, so it can survive. A house, although not a living organism is much the same – it needs to breathe. Without ventilation the air is trapped inside and condenses. If there is any moisture in that air, especially warm air then water is produced.

The roofing area and your loft is a prime area of this condensation effect. Many roofs in the UK have insulation at the floor level, as opposed to in the rafters. This means that cold and damp air is allowed to seep in. This means two things can happen

If damp air comes in then you now have moisture coming into your property. This obviously leads to problems such as mould, decay and disintegration of materials like wood and brick.
With the warm air from your heating rising up through the floor and coming into contact with the cold air in your loft, this immediately condenses into water.

A poorly insulated floor will have gaps and will let the heated air from below into your roof space. Then the fibre glass insulation that 90% of British households have, will absorb the moisture and become damp.

Then of course, if you have a damp insulation product, this will actually conduct the heat through instead of trapping it below. This is a ever decreasing cycle of insulation and condensation. Most roofers will tell you that proper ventilation will stop this effect and keep the roof space dry. This also helps to protect the battens, the sarking (felt) and the rafters.

The worst case of this I have seen was when the insulation on the loft floor was piled in about 3 feet thick. This was great at keeping the heat below, but made an extremely cold loft. The roofing tiles had no tile vents, and the soffit vents had been covered by the insulation. There was literally no air flow at all, the resulting condensation had caused all sorts of damage.

First of all the insulation was incredibly damp on the top, showing 20% of moisture. But the most expensive issue was the rotting timber. Over the years, since the insulation and air tight roof had been installed, the water had absorbed into the woodwork of the rafters.

If you are afraid this is happening in your roof space, a simple check will tell you. If your rafters have white stains and visibly look like they are damp its pretty easy to tell. But buying a simple moisture monitor will give you the whole story even when the visible signs have not developed yet. This monitor can be stuck into any material and will give you the exact moisture level. Anything over 10% moisture is showing signs of too much moisture being absorbed.

So how do you ventilate your roof?

There are several ways that air flow can be encouraged by different types of vents

Tile Vents

These can be installed by a professional roofer quite easily. They simply remove one of your existing tiles and replace it with a tile vent. 2 or 3 on each side of your roof will usually be enough to ventilate an average size property.

Soffit Ventilation

Another good way of drawing out the cold air in your loft is adding vent to the soffits. This is the part of your roofing which overhangs the property wall. Cold air essentially flows downwards so giving that air somewhere to go.

Gable End Air flow

Putting a vent on the top of gable end wall (The wall part of your loft at each end) will allow ventilation through the roof area.

Making sure a roof is well ventilated is a basic industry standard which should be taken into account every time a building is put up or a new roof is installed. However it is amazing how often it is not done correctly.

Here at Roofersbristoluk.co.uk we have over 25 years’ experience of installing roofing on new build projects as well as replacing on older buildings. We supply the domestic and commercial sectors with the correct materials and roofing products ensuring a consistent and well received service. As we have the know-how on properly ventilating a property, our customers find that their materials will stand the test of time and not cause any headaches in the years to come.

If you need any roofing work or advice click onto our home page, read our reviews and contact us for a first class roofing service that no other company in Bristol can match!

Should Our Roofer Join The Confederation of Roofing Contractors?

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There are many landmines in roofing. Not literally of course, but in the finding of high quality, reliable roofing operators. Unfortunately our industry is littered with cowboy out fits and consumers of roofing services are getting caught out. One of the ways you can help find a roofer to trust is to use one of the trade organisations that aim to verify and regulate the industry and offer roofing companies that can deliver on promises.

There are many benefits that the company receive and these features pass onto the customer in many ways.

The first thing is they offer an insurance backed guarantee.

Our first piece of advice is that the roofers have a guarantee on their work and that guarantee is insurance backed. This means even if the contractor you used cannot honour their warranty (through going out of business or financial difficulties) the insurance policy covers you.

The CORC have an exclusive offer to their trade members which means the cost of obtaining these guaranties are low and can be passed onto the customer as such.

The choice is yours, you aere either a person who likes insurance or you are a risk taker….. our advice. Don’t leave the structure of your roof to chance, cutting corners can cost, big time.

Other services that the Confederation of roofing contractors include in their membership are also worthy of note.

Legal Support and Mediation.

If the contractor you are dealing with has a CORC membership then you have the piece of mind that they have legal cover in the event of a mishap. This shows the responsibility they are showing for their company and offers a level of care towards their customers that not all companies share.

Ask yourself this question –

Would you use and trust a company to replace your roofing structure if they do not have a legal foundation in place? If they have overlooked this important part of business regulation then what else are they missing on?

Organisations that neglect to execute B2B credit value stipulations before going up against another client will hurt their capacity to pay their own bills. As opposed to take that risk, organization pioneers ought to guarantee the clients they are going to work with have their funds all together and will have the capacity to make their instalments in an auspicious manner. This ensures your organisation’s own monetary wellbeing won’t be put in danger in the event that you join forces with a firm that doesn’t pay what is owed.

Undoubtedly, having strict credit prerequisites doesn’t simply guarantee an organisation will be paid on time – it likewise confines their requirement for a claim. Businesses that swing to suit if all else fails with regards to gathering what is owed confront concerns. For example, the time and cash that will be spent on such issues, and the dread they may not really have the capacity to gather everything they’re owed, or even some of it. Without a doubt, if the probability of recouping past-due bills is just 50 percent, an organization may squander important assets on a claim and never at any point see the assets it set out to gather.

Health and Safety

Of course this is such a hotly debated subject in and around the construction industry.

Has health and safety gone too far?

Has the red tape of health and safety caused an unnecessary cost for our customers?

What we cannot get away from is that roofing work is dangerous due to the heights involved and the nature of British weather adding to the danger levels. There are fatalities in the UK every year in the construction industry. The CORC takes health and safety really seriously because working at height has to be safeguarded.

Members of this trade organisation get the benefit of a third party H&S company called safeaid to evaluate the health and safety procedures of each member. This means that the registered contractors you are using for your roofing work has been double checked. This to make sure that they are not only compliant but also protecting themselves and you to the highest standards possible.

This service offers the member company free safety training to all of its employees so that all workers on your site know their responsibilities and bad accidents are less likely.

The Competent Roofer Scheme

Many roofing companies who have this trade membership are also part of the competent roofer scheme. This is a scheme that allows the contractor to self-certify their own work under the building regulations guidelines. So if they are building a new roof then it has to be shown to have passed building regulations. If your roofer is not part of this scheme then there could be delays to the finished product while you wait for an independent inspector.

This also carries quite a significant cost which is often passed onto the customer. So not only are the CORC members the safest roofers in the business, the most credit worthy and have the legal support to back up mishaps. They are also streamlining your building work by the conducting the building regulation code of conduct set out by the government without outside help.

This article was brought to you by Dave Mustaine of Roofers Bristol UK. This company has been founded on the basis of ethical high quality craftsmanship and reliability. Dave has painstakingly trained all staff to follow in his footsteps of providing the highest class of roofing service known to the city of Bristol.

This company has won various awards and will always have the highest regards for the consumer. If you are in need of a high quality roofing service then make sure to call them first. The testimonials speak for themselves and the back catolugue of roofing constructions is testament to the creative and construction quality that they offer.

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News and Updates from the Roofer Industry

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Roofing News 2018

Here is a little get up to speed with everything current in the roofing business. Its a focus on occasions, shows, reports and general goings on in our awesome business!

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May 21st 2018

Farnham Roofer wins “Local Hero” grant at UK Roofing Ceremony

A Surrey roofing organisation which is run and driven by Lee Moran has been perceived for its exceptional charity work in the network. The honor came at the yearly NRFC 2018 UK Roofing Awards in the “Local Hero” class which is gone for perceiving temporary workers who give their locale something other than rooftop administrations. Its point is to urge the business to enhance its picture and be related with offering back to the neighborhood.

Lee was displayed the honor at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel by a roofing executive of an organisation called SIG Roofing who were supporting the occasion. Mr Moran has been fund-raising for a charity near his home called the Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice, who have assisted some relatives with treatment for cancer.

Lee got an inconceivable measure of assignments for this honor a large portion of which got through the facebook page he began called “Farnham Rants”. The gathering has almost 20,000 individuals and has raised over £10,000 for the charity up until this point.

Executive Andrew Wakelin said ” This industry is brimming with brilliant organisations serving the development area and contains bunches of remarkable individuals like Lee who truly invest push to change the way society sees the business overall”

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April 25th 2018

Conventional Building Skills Trade Show proposed for Birmingham

Following the huge achievement of a building demonstration held in Glasgow, managing Director of Birmingham Roofers Harry Maguire, is endeavoring to imitate a comparative occasion here in Birmingham.

In Glasgow, school kids, individuals from the overall population and other youth associations were welcome to the occasion which had an entire cluster of tradespeople demonstrating the general and essential aptitudes frequently utilized as a part of the building process. Observers could get their hands grimy and experiment with the diverse strategies, painstakingly supported by students in the business.

There was an entire host of abilities being appeared with the point of raising the profile of profession openings inside the development enterprises. The aptitudes exhibited truly put over the different idea of building including bricklaying, joinery, rooftop tile laying, lead work, putting, stone work and significantly more.

Harry Maguire is hoping to empower the adolescent of the city concentrating more on roofing as he has attempted to locate a fair volume of students coming into the business. He is wanting to unite with the nearby gathering, the National Federation for Roofing Contractors and neighborhood universities to put on a live show in the town focus this late spring.

“I’m truly trusting the building show we put on can be all around upheld in our locale where joblessness is as yet overflowing in youngsters who are simply not mindful of the open doors that the roofing and building industry offer. So far I have had a positive reaction from the board and the schools are quick to help as well. Watch this space”

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April 29th 2018

The utilisation of Drones in the Roofing Sector

It has been a thought that automaton aficionados have dependably supported, the deployment of little radio controlled air ships with a camera to finish examinations of rooftops. Invalidating the requirement for scaffolding while furnishing clients with precise statements and assessments.

This new innovation is generally changing the way you can gauge and review rooftop employments, sun oriented establishments, protection statements et cetera. Automatons are currently more secure and substantially more precise than conventional techniques for survey rooftop harm.

Joining the capacity to fly and record video with best in class mapping and estimating innovation this has taken it to the following level. Before long it will end up being an unquestionable requirement for any trustworthy roofing contractual worker to have a surveyor who is prepared and fit for flying these drones to complete typical rooftop examinations.

The NFRC are somewhat worried about wellbeing as there is a nack to flying these controlled “helicopters” and there are worries that there could be a security issue. They are looking to see whether preparing systems and licenses can be established.

Drones are a considerably speedier, more secure and more financially savvy method for social occasion data and transforming it into arranged techniques, information and roofing outlines. This automaton mapping does not simply give you essential estimations, pitches and rooftop zone. It can likewise give point by point cloud based high determination pictures which can be in a split second imparted and shared crosswise over of IT correspondence applications.

Numerous roofing organisations have been trialing the utilisation of drones and right now are encountering faster quoting visits and significantly more exact points of interest of harm to rooftops. This truly demonstrates this industry is on the front line innovation and joining any semblance of the cultivating business in the utilisation of radio controlled automaton video catch tech.

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January 2018

Green Roof Market Sees Incredible Growth

With the colossal bring up in mindfulness for the issues related with environmental change any item that helps the earth be seen as an awesome achievement. This was as of late featured when an ongoing study demonstrated that the green rooftop area in the UK is seeing a multi year on year development.

The Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy expressed that in London they are supporting green framework through a simplicity on arranging arrangements. This has prompted an expansion in green rooftops that assists and supports high air quality, helping the earth and empowering more life, making the city more appealing.

So there is an immense open door for temporary workers gaining practical experience in this specialty to help advance the item in different urban communities around the UK. The nation truly needs a solid green roof showcase on the off chance that it is to adjust to the need for having sound naturally safe urban communities.

The proceeded with development of this part inside the roofing business truly highlights the assorted variety we have is critical in keeping a developing vocation openings advertise for multi talented experts

The History of Roofing in The UK

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We can’t deny that modern roofing is both functional and elegant. You also have a wide range to choose from. Maybe you prefer clay tiles over concrete tiles or love slate due to their authentic appeal. Whichever your choice, one thing we can acknowledge and appreciate is that the roofing industry in the United Kingdom is very vibrant. However, the growth and innovation in this sector didn’t just happen overnight. It took many centuries for the industry to be what it is today. In fact, the earliest forms of roofing were pretty basic and natural. They weren’t as sturdy, durable, stylish or as reliable as modern types, but they influenced the modern types. The transition can briefly be summarised as follows;

Thatch

This was the earliest form of roofing found in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It consisted of natural materials that were readily and easily available from the environment. The most common were grass, reeds, leaves which were joined or twined together to form a shelter. According to studies, the first thatched roof in the region appeared in 735 AD and remained in existence for the next 300 or so years. It was a popular choice for its simplicity, readily available materials, and affordability. Unfortunately, it was very combustible and easily caught fire. This was evident in the great Fire of London that took place in 1666 and led to this roofing being discouraged.

Wood shingles

Wood shingles appeared much later than thatch. It’s believed that it appeared on the scene around 1035 AD and continued to co-exist with thatch. The rise of shingles was mainly driven by the interaction between the region and its neighbors which led to the locals adopting the roofing. It was viewed as a better option than thatch because it could last for a very long time, was more waterproof and also more elegant. Nonetheless, it required more labour and time to install the roofing and could also catch fire.

Slate

Slate was popular in North West England and Wales where it was readily available. The natural slate could easily split into thin pieces and was less-labour-intensive to produce compared to alternatives like wood shingles. It was also loved for its strength, durability, waterproof nature and aesthetic appeal. But due to its weight, it required sturdier and stronger support. It also was very heavy and since the transport system hadn’t developed, it only thrived in the regions mentioned above. Compared to wood shingles, it was harder to produce uniform pieces from slate. It was only after the industrial revolution that the use of slate spread to other parts of the UK since it was now easier to transport it.

Clay

Historical data shows that the Romans were the first to introduce clay tiles in Britain. This first took place in 100 BC where the natives were shown how to get the clay soil from rivers, mould it, shape it and bake it in a kiln. This produced well-shaped, compact and durable tiles. Clay tiles, like slate, were only available in the region they were produced and couldn’t be transported due to their heavy and bulky nature. In fact, following the disappearance of the Romans, this sector was greatly affected. However, it made a resurgence in the 12-13th century and coexisted alongside slate tiles. In the 12th Century, clay tiles received a boost after King John decreed that clay tiles should replace thatch and reed as the preferred roofing material in London. This made clay tile the main roofing material. Clay gotten from Thames was used for rebuilding, following the Great Fire of London in 1666 that destroyed much of the city.

Clay was susceptible to warping, frost damage, and leakage compared to slate. The two materials coexisted for a very long time but slate became a preferred choice following the industrialisation of the rail industry. The inability for the UK to match up to the quality from their neighbours saw an increase in importation of foreign-made clay tiles. In fact, by 1950s, the clay pantile industry in the region had disappeared because of being unable to keep up with the foreign standards.

Concrete

Concrete was first introduced in the region in the 1920s. It was stronger, easier to produce from anywhere, and provided uniform results. Nevertheless, it wasn’t immediately accepted. Pundits believe that it was because of its heavy nature, uninteresting design and lack of elegance. It’s only after the Second World War that it made a comeback and this was attributed to the thriving rehousing programme. Also, the automation of the manufacturing process greatly aided the acceptance and popularity of concrete tiles. By 1960’s, the industry had really grown and could compete with the foreign markets who had pretty much killed the clay and slate industry. However, cheaper concrete tiles from foreign countries were and are still its biggest threat.

Conclusion

There is no doubt that roofing in the UK has come a long way. You now have the privilege of using top notch roofing that is reliable, long-lasting, energy efficient, elegant and readily available. But, with so many types, brands, designs and unique demands, it can be a hard task finding the best product.

Roofers Bristol UK 01172 900264

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Roofers Bristol UK is your partner when it comes to roofing in Bristol and finding the best tiles. We not only help you select the right product but also help you install, repair as well as maintain it. Our team of professional contractors is always at hand to listen to you and offer you the best solution whether residential, commercial or industrial. Why don’t you drop by our offices in Bristol from 8.00am to 6.00pm from Monday to Saturday for a chat?

You can also send an email at bristolroofersuk@gmail.com or call us through 01172 900264 for a free roofing quote.

Alternatively, you can visit our website at https://roofersbristoluk.co.uk to learn more about the history of roofing, roofing services, tiles and related services.

A Professional Roof Repair Company Always Does the Right Job

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If someone finds leaks in their roof, it is better to get it fixed in the initial stage or else it becomes nothing less than a nightmare in the following months. Before that one leak spot multiplies into much more, simply opt for a reliable roof repair company in Bristol. The professionals will fix the problem and if a need arises, the roofs would be replaced. Amidst all this, never think that this is just about anyone and everyone’s task. There are many who feel that fixing a leak is a simple task but in reality, it is not. As much as it may seem simple from the surface, the leaks might be growing from within and in turn, it would all come out together. So, do not make this a DIY project and opt for a reliable roofing contractor.

Roof repairs procedure varies based on different factors. Right from what kind of repairs it requires to the time it would consume, all of it depends on the kind of roof. For example, if the building has a metal flashing, then it is meant to be slightly difficult to manage with the repairs as compared to the other kinds of roofs. In fact, reinstallation of such a roof would be a task in itself. So, it all comes down to the real problem and the type of roof. Another concern that could come up is in the form of inspection. If the chosen contractor overestimates or underestimates the problem, and does a basic fix, it could lead to further problems. Therefore, in order to avoid all these problems, it is right to hire a professional.

Roof Replacement

There are several sub-activities involved in roof replacement. They all add to your roof replacement cost. They include:

Removing old tiles and putting new ones

Replace plywood, flashing, and cement

Repointing/repairing of a chimney, repairing of gutters and resealing of skylights

Flat Roofing

A good flat roof would definitely need a lot of investment. However, it is essential that you check them on a regular basis and ensure that there is no damage caused. By conducting a regular inspection, you can detect if there is any problem and try to rectify the same. In the past, the flat roofs were often subject to damage due to many problems and used to be unstable and would also cause leakage. Due to this, the maintenance cost often proved to be expensive. However, with the innovation in technology, things have changed now.

Flat roofing Bristol will usually be made up of covering, joints, structural deck, thermal insulation, guttering, abutment, vapor barriers, parapet. Surface coverings, flashing and drainage outlets. At times, reflective treatments will also be done for the sake of prevention of overheating. As this forms an integral part of your home, a lot of importance needs to be given to it. Even if there is a slight leakage, it should not be ignored. If the roof is subject to leakage, then it is sure that even the room would be affected due to it.

If you come across any problem with your roof, it is better that you get in touch with a flat roofer in Bristol company that will provide you with the right service on the same. They will understand the problem with the roof and come up with the right solution. A complete and a detailed estimate of the repair work will be provided by them so that you would know what the charges would be. The estimation would normally include removal of the old roof, installing the same and also clean up. The roofers of such company will make sure to provide with great safety during the repairing or the replacement work. They always make sure to provide exceptional service on the same.

Gutters, Fascias, and Soffits

Fascias and soffits are not something to worry about most of the times. The vertical fascias and horizontal soffits are very important part of roofing. Both of them save for roofing leakage and if any problems crop up, it is a costly affair to put it right. They were basically wooden ones in the olden days. But the wood is very much harmed by water and leaves it in poor condition. By using wood, it is difficult to protect the house from environmental conditions.

The gutters are situated at a point to help the water pour to the downspout. If gutters are not present, the water overflowing from the roof will be sedimented outside the house. This can further lead to the creation of dirty puddles. These puddles provide homage to many contagious diseases, infectious insects, and dangerous reptiles. This is where opposite maintenance of the gutter prevails. It doesn’t take long for materials thrown into the gutter to totally obstruct the flow of the water, and they can even choke the downspout. The worst scenario is that the water doesn’t flow in into the right direction, gets disrupted and leads to the formation of puddles. In winter time, this can further lead to an ice dam, with each consecutive wave of chill and defrosting.

Majority buildings require commercial roofing services and the extent of repairs depends on the roofing system and the amount of damage. Get in touch with good roofing contractors who will explain the importance of a good roof in terms of life span and cost.

Chimney Repair

We also offers Chimney repairs. They fix any type of chimneys and their issues. For chimney specialists the size, type and brand do not really matter because the idea is to do the laborious work and messy job quite well. These repair specialists can work on any kind of chimney and detect, evaluate the problems and complete the issue solving in no time. They will not believe in keeping the roofs open while working for days together on chimneys. The services of chimney repair, rebuild and replacement are all done at affordable prices and when the commercial or residential chimneys need help they are ready to give in their best. They use the best and modern equipment to solve the issues.

Conclusion

Do not think that all professional roofers in Bristol would charge an excessive amount because of the professional tag they hold. All these companies charge a fee based on the technique they use and the tools they use. Yes, some of them might be slightly expensive in comparison to the others. This is so because of two reasons, one is that they do not stick to the old tools, the working methodology upgrades with the time and the second is a combination of experience and expertise. These two reasons make this company a good company. Imagine if a single aspect goes missing, for example with high-end tools and no expertise, the work is bound to get affected. Likewise, with no good tools and only experience, the work might be good but it wouldn’t be as quick and efficient as it is with the latest tools.