Showing posts with label Roofer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Roofer. Show all posts

Tuesday, 14 March 2017

Flat roofing in and around Camberley

Felt Roofing You Can Trust fitting felt roofs since 1973 in and around the Camberley area
 
We use a combination of traditional methods with modern materials and techniques to give you flat and felt roofing solutions that we guarantee to last. Whether you need a felted garage roof or flat roofing for your extension, our expert roofers can tailor our services to suit you.
 
All new felt roofs carry a minimum 10 year insurance backed guarantee. 





 

 

Roofing Services Camberley

Tradecall Roofing
Tradecall Roofing are a family run business based in Camberley, Surrey and are one of the longest serving roofing contractors within the region. We have built up a reputation for high quality workmanship over the last 30 years.
 
Quality Service
Tradecall Roofing offers prompt and professional workmanship, from quality repairs to affordable renovations. Repairs from £70.00.

Price
The price we quote is the price you pay we will never ask for "Extras" unless absolutely necessary if we do find something that needs doing other than the work quoted you will be given full written details before anything is carried out.
We will always try to beat any like for like quote. 
 
Family Run Business
We will provide you with a free written estimate completely detailing your project. We do not employ sub-contractors. Your entire project will be done by the company owners and our personally trained staff.
 
Superior Workmanship
With over 35 years of roofing experience, Tradecall prides itself on providing our customers with superior workmanship, courtesy, reliability, and prompt service. We value our customers!

Buy With Confidence
Members of the Hampshire Trading Standards "Buy With Confidence" Scheme. And Surrey Trading Standars Approved

Service Area
Camberley, Bagshot, Lightwater, Bisley, Bracknell, Ascot,Windlesham,Fleet,Crowthorne,Wokingham, Sunningdale, Windsor and Yateley. and Surrounding areas

Sunday, 19 February 2017

Beware the cowboys are back

Cowboy Roofers are back in the Camberley area , yes this is a new laid felt roof and yes they were paid 

For a reliable competent #roofing #service give us a try 


Wednesday, 7 January 2015

Poor leadwork from Checkatrade member

Just had to completely replace lead to a chimney which had previously been done by a Checkatrade member.
Customer had complained to Checkatrade nothing was done.
We have replaced all the leadwork, repaired damage they caused to underlay and provided the correct tiles.
I sent photos of the previous repairs to Checkatrade again completely ignored.
I wonder how these Roofers are still members!

BEFORE:



 
AFTER




 
 

Wednesday, 11 June 2014

Roofing Repairs

Just don't understand how some people call themselves Roofers
Photos below show a repair job done in the Camberley area in the last couple of weeks
How do these people sleep, it would have ben easier to replace the tiles!
Silicone and Polyfilla, YES THEY GOT PAID





Wednesday, 30 April 2014

Scammers are in the area claiming to be from us

Scammers are in this area making out they are from Tradecall Roofing somehow giving out my mobile number.


Please note we do not knock on doors for work

We will always provide a written quote sent by email or by post, not on a scrap of paper

All work will be invoiced and you can pay by cheque or credit/debit card /bank transfer

We would never ask for cash

Our vans are sign written with telephone numbers.

If you are approached by anyone in a white Transit van looking for roofing work and saying they are from Tradecall Roofing Camberley, please phone the police.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Tuesday, 29 April 2014

Camberley Surrey New Slate Roof

Just Completed Strip and relay with natural slate
All dry ridge and hips new fascia and gutters all round
 
For all your Roofing requirements Give us a call
 
 


Wednesday, 29 January 2014

Treehouse Clad with cedar shingles Windlesham

Tree House in Windlesham clad with cedar shingles complex roofing from Tradecall Camberley
Well done Lee and Ryan who have worked in all the recent bad weather to get this project completed



We have a lot of experience in taking customer ideas and translating them into designs and then building the real thing. Our customers are invariably delighted.
Please give us a call to discuss what you have in mind.






Phone anytime  Dave 07976717533 for any roofing projects large or small

Wednesday, 8 January 2014

Why you should check your roof frequently

Had a call from a local business, We have a leak !
This is what I found 3 small outlets completely blocked, for the sake of five mins of maintenance the place was flooded



 






Sunday, 15 December 2013

Cold Conservatory Roof

Conservatory Re-Roofing        

Conservatories can be hard top keep warm during the winter month’s and they can get too hot to handle when it gets warm in the summer. We specialise in re-roofing projects that will help make your conservatory or orangery a room that you are able to use all year round.
We only use the latest technology in re-roofing trends, making your conservatory feel more like an extension to your property whilst providing a space where you can sit back and relax & enjoy.
The advantages of having your conservatory re-roofed include:
  • No Building Regulations, giving you peace of mind
  • No Damage or Mess left by our team of fitters
  • Your choice of Tile Colours and style
  • Added insulation making your conservatory more thermal efficient

Why choose to have your Conservatory Re-Roofed?

Polycarbonate or glass roofs which are commonly found in conservatories across the UK provide no insulation during the winter and summer months which can make the temperature in your conservatory unbearable due to the lack of insulation.
We can offer cost effective re-roofing solutions which can transform the appearance of your exterior and interior whilst insulating your conservatory during the summer and winter months.
If you would like to find out more, why not consult us for a free quote today!


www.camberleyroofing.co.uk
 
 

Friday, 13 December 2013

Wokingham Decra Tiled Roof

Just converted this old polycarbonate twinwall conservatory roof to a nice looking lightweight tile
from the Decra range

Decra roofing tiles are designed to provide an attractive and economic finish for all types of roof down to 10° pitch. The lightweight roofing system comprises coated, galvanised steel tile panels with the appearance of traditional roof tiles.

Decra Classic lightweight roof tiles provide an attractive and economic finish for all types of roof down to 10° pitch. The system, which is available in five colours, comprises of coated, zinc aluminium galvanised steel tile panels with the appearance of traditional clay or concrete roofing tiles.
A comprehensive choice of roofing accessories, including eaves, ridge and roof tile ventilators, completes the lightweight roofing system which is totally dry fixed throughout. Each roof tile has a downturned front edge and an upturned rear edge, and is profiled to provide a strong overlapping and interlocking roof covering. Decra’s lightweight roofing tiles are produced in large format. This enables faster installation with fewer fixings compared to traditional tile or slate roofing, but with non of the inherent disadvantages of long run roofing sheets. Once installed Decra lightweight roof tiles provide a durable weathertight and low maintenance roof.


Monday, 28 October 2013

Blocked valley gutters Camberley

Don't leave it until its too late
Get your gutter and valleys cleared now





Monday, 5 August 2013


ROOF COATING IS IT WORTH THE MONEY




Below you can find a selection of quotes and links to articles written by the press, government bodies and on web forums. Some of these links refer to specific companies or rogue traders while other articles refer to the products and how useless they often are:

12 Month Prison Sentence for Director of Roof Coating Company

Company Director and Salesman are both sentenced to 12 months in prison. After the court case, Herefordshire Council’s head of consumer and business protection, Mike Pigrem, said:
I believe this is a landmark case exposing the ‘roof coating scam’ which has taken hold in the UK over the last decade…..In our opinion there is no doubt that moss causes no damage whatsoever to tiles and the roof coating process is a wholly unnecessary treatment.
Source: Herefordshire Council Website

Hereford County Council Warning

Herefordshire Council’s principal trading standards officer, Tim Thorne, said:
Cold calling for roof coating services is one of the biggest scams to have swept the UK in recent years. Moss does not damage your roof and should never be washed off in this way. Painting the tiles serves no useful purpose whatsoever and the whole process is simply unnecessary work.
Source: Herefordshire Council Website

Derbyshire Trading Standards Warning

Here is an extract from the Derbyshire Trading Standards team:
 Roof tiles are designed to allow air to circulate in the roof space, so simply painting the tiles will provide no benefit to your homes’ thermal efficiency.  In addition, the use of high-pressure hoses to clean the roof can actually damage tiles and force water in to the roof space.
Source: Derbyshire Trading Standards

Warickshire Trading Standards Warning

This article contains information about a specific roof coating scammer, but also contains the following advice:
Roofing experts warn that roof tiles should not be subject to high-pressure washing. To do so can potentially damage or break the tiles and remove any aesthetic granular tile finish. Further, pressure washing can also force water between the tile and roofing felt, spraying water in to the roof space/loft.
Source: Warickshire Trading Standards

Telegraph and Daily Mail Newspaper Articles

Article in the Telegraph newspaper written by Jeff Howel, great info on the tricks some coating companies use.
Daily Mail article about how a group of scammers painted roofs red and conned £250,000 from elderly people.

National Federation of Roofing Contractors Warning

Here is a press release from the NFRC:
Most ‘techniques’ that we have come across to remove moss, are often achieved by ‘violent’ means such as power-washing, which may cause damage to the roof, especially when combined with unnecessary foot traffic often leading to cracked or broken roof tiles.
More information can be found here.

BBC Rogue Traders Programme

BBC Rogue Traders investigation into a roof coating company charging high fees for a useless product. Note how the company flooded the loft space by using pressure washers on the roof. You can read my article on why a roof should never be pressure washed.

Aquashield Customer

Article written by a disgruntled Aqushield customer, includes photos showing how the roof coating washed off in the rain.

Thursday, 11 July 2013

Balcony refurb Frimley

Just tried new anti slip product over asphalt, repaired all cracks first then applied resin base with grit non slip finish quite impressed



Saturday, 29 June 2013

Wentworth Surrey Tree House Project Cedar Shingle Roof

This ones a bit of a challenge

Roof of a tree house done with cedar shingles
Fully insulated
Not a straight line in sight
 



 

Tuesday, 4 June 2013

Roofing in Camberley Surrey

Like any other tradesmen, it’s often complex and confusing when selecting the correct company to fix or renew your roof, particularly the variation in costings from one roofer or roofing company to the next. So, how do you know you’re getting a good roofing company? That they can be trusted, know what they’re doing, will do it on time and look after your peace of mind as well as your property?
The costs can be poles apart for the same job with the same materials from different companies, so here’s out handy guide to choosing the best roofing company:
  • Get three estimates for the same work with the same materials.
  • Find out how long each business has been established and their roofing credentials/membership of professional bodies.
  • Be specific about the job when asking for a quote.
  •  Make sure the quotes include everything that needs done and there are no ‘extras’  - or at least make sure they inform you IN WRITING that extras may have to be added and what they are for.
  • What about service after the work has been done?
  • Do not be afraid to ask questions. It’s your house and property. If something is niggling you about their work, estimate, materials, timescales, ask them. If they don’t have a good answer, don’t hire them.
  • Ask about their health and safety policy – is there one?
  • Look for the contractors’ public profile. Are they members of professional bodies? Do they have testimonials from other clients? Proper signage on vans? What other work have they undertaken? Check the internet for anything about them on websites and forums.
It all comes down to trust in the end. So, if in doubt, don’t hire!
 
 
 
Pretty good advice you would think! but does anyone really take any notice
 
Saturday morning 3 men pulled up at my neighbours' in Camberley Surrey knocked on the door asked if he wanted his hedge cut they were there 20 mins cutting the hedge looked ok I suppose and I assume he paid them and the were on their way with a bit of cash in their hand.
 
I got a phone call from my wife around 9 on Monday morning someone is up on the neighbours roof stripping of tiles, no scaffold no handrail just off ladders, I was only local to Camberley so I went home to have a look, the gardeners from Saturday were now roofers I asked what the were planning and they  told me they were doing the fascia's as all the wood was rotten I asked if they were aware that the soffit boards were asbestos based I then got a load of verbal abuse.
 
Who should this be reported to I thought?
Trading Standards, HSE, Environmental Health , Local Council, Citizens advice
 
Well I tried to contact them all  and got absolutely nowhere
And who pays their wages the general public for no service whatsoever 
 
So carry on lads its perfectly ok to work off ladders, strip out asbestos cement soffits rip people off because no one cares at all.
 
I pay thousands in Public Liability Insurance, Use a scaffold, take notice of HSE guidelines, Licenced to carry any waste I produce, Pay fees every month to several trade associations, and pay tax and insurance to HMRC 
 
WHY DO I BOTHER
 
Thinking about getting a caravan few ladders go knocking on peoples doors I'll be driving round in a Bentley in no time
 

 
 

Sunday, 21 April 2013

Roof Refurb Camberley Town Centre

Flat roof patch repaired then coated with two coats solar reflective paint

Camberley Boots The Chemist