Concrete Roof Tiles: Types, Marley Ranges and How to Match Them
Compare concrete roof tiles for UK homes, including popular Marley styles. Learn about profiles, pitch, lifespan and how to match existing tiles.
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Mono Pitch Roof: Pros, Cons, Pitch and Ridge Details
What is a mono pitch roof? Learn how single-slope roofs work, their pros and cons, minimum pitch, ridge tile details and when to choose one.
Metal Roof Guide: Zinc, Standing Seam, Aluminium and Copper
Compare metal roofs for UK homes: zinc, standing seam, aluminium, copper and steel. See the pros, cons, minimum pitch, lifespan and what to ask your installer.
Roof Tiles Price Guide UK: Cost per Tile and per m²
Roof tile prices in the UK vary a lot. A single concrete tile can cost around a pound, while a hand-made clay tile can cost several times more. What matters more to most homeowners is the cost per square metre and the total bill for the whole roof, because labour, scaffolding and extras make up … Read more
Warm Roof Construction: Flat Roof Insulation Explained
Warm roof construction is the standard way to insulate a flat roof in the UK. The insulation sits on top of the roof deck, directly under the waterproof covering, which keeps the structure warm and dry. It is the method most roofers recommend today for new flat roofs and full replacements. This guide explains how … Read more
Eaves Tray: What It Is, Why You Need One and How It Is Fitted
An eaves tray is a strip of plastic fitted at the bottom edge of a pitched roof. Its job is to support the roofing felt or underlay at the eaves and guide any water that gets under the tiles into the gutter. It is a small, cheap part, but it protects some of the most … Read more
Lead Flashing Guide: Types, Codes & Fitting (UK)
Lead flashing is the strip of lead that seals the joints where a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof. It has been used on British buildings for centuries, and it is still the first choice for many roofers because it is durable, easy to shape and long lasting. This guide covers the … Read more
Torch on Felt Roof: Cost Factors, Pros, Cons and Lifespan
Torch on felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings in the UK. It is a bitumen-based waterproof membrane that is heat-bonded to the roof using a gas torch. When it is fitted well, it gives a tough, long-lasting surface that suits both small extensions and large commercial roofs. This guide explains what … Read more
Roof Pitch Calculator: How to Measure and Calculate Roof Pitch
Roof pitch is the steepness of a roof. It tells you how much the roof rises for every unit it runs horizontally. It affects which tiles or slates you can use, how well the roof sheds water, how much usable loft space you get, and even how much a new roof will cost. This guide … Read more
Hip Roof Guide: Types, Pros, Cons and Costs
A hip roof, also called a hipped roof, is a roof where all four sides slope down towards the walls. There are no vertical gable ends. If you look at a house with a hip roof from any direction, you see a sloping roof face, not a triangle of brickwork at the top of the … Read more