Your roof is one of the most critical components of your house, it provides protections from the elements and maintains the structural integrity of the property.
If your roof has come to the end of it’s life, or you are renovating and need a new roof, we can help please call us on 01709 212 666 or complete the form above and we will come and let you know all of your options then give you a 100% free no-obligation quote.
Below are some common questions and indications that it is time to have a new roof.
How often does a roof need to be replaced in the UK?
This depends greatly on the materials used, and the quality of the work when installing the roof. However the average lifespan of the typical roof is anywhere from 25 to 50 years. A well constructed roof using quality materials may last in excess of 50 years, and like with everything, you get what you pay for.
The extreme weather we sometimes get here in South Yorkshire can wreak havoc with our properties. Strong winds, heavy rain, hail and freezing temperatures can all result in water getting in and causing damage to the felt, timber or the tiles themselves.
With the high quality materials available today, you can expect your replacement roof to last even longer than the previous one. It will need maintenance and care to keep it in good condition, but if maintained correctly a roof installed now is expected to last 70 years or longer.
How long does it take to reroof a house?
Once again, this depends on various factors. A typical semi-detached property with a single chimney stack may take 1 to 3 days. A larger property could take up to a week or more depending on the size of the roof, the number of valleys and hip/ridge tiles needed.
If you’d like a more accurate answer, give us a call and we can come and inspect your property and give you an estimated time to complete the job.
When is the best time to install a new roof?
The best time of year to install a new, or replace an existing, roof is usually summer. This is because there is usually less rain, and the days are longer giving us time to get the work done in fewer days. The problem with this, is that we usually only notice issues when there is a problem, such as a leak, and these are more likely to happen when it is raining heavily over winter. This means that the winter is the most popular time for roof replacements.
A roof can be replaced at any time of the year, all that is required is a few hours of dry weather giving us time to remove the old one and make it watertight before finishing the job.
We are a professional roofing company with many years of experience, we are fully insured and have all the right equipment to carry out the job efficiently and to the highest standard. Give us a call not to get your free no-obligation quote.