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!

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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

Conservatory re-roof

New lightweight tile roof replaced old worn polycarbonate system

Fully insulated Guaranteed

 

 

 

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

 

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!

 

 

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.

New Extension Roof Veran Road Camberley

New extension roof for Cantlon Brickwork based in Camberley

Low pitch Regent tiles smooth grey

 

Traditionally shaped, this concrete tile provides a striking, bold effect that can be laid as low as 12.5º. Manufactured with a choice of through coloured or granular finishes to easily blend into both historical and modern environments.

Authority

Regent Tiles conform to BS EN 490: 2004 Concrete roofing tiles and fittings for roof covering and wall cladding - Product Specifications.

Performance

Regent Tiles have been rigorously tested in our wind tunnel where combinations of high wind and driving rain are used to determine the tile performance with respect to wind loading and weathertightness. Tiles will meet all the requirements of BS 5534: 2003 Code of practice for slating and tiling (including shingles), providing our fixing recommendations are complied with.

Memtec Single Ply Roofing System now available in Camberley

Why Choose Memtec Single Ply PVC Roofing and Waterproofing Membranes?

• Memtec single ply PVC roofing is suitable for all flat roof constructions and situations
• BBA Certification confirms long life expectancy of in excess of 25 years
• Product Guarantees 15 and 20 years
• Full Installation Advice back up and support
• Modern Efficient Performance and Cost Effective over many years
• Peace of mind.  Single Ply Pvc Membrane Roofing and Waterproofing Systems are specified by most UK Architects Practices.

Lead Damp Course Heatherside Camberley

Correct way to install damp course to chimney stack

 

 

 

 

Customer had damp to the internal walls several attempts had been made on roof repairs
It was obvious to us the existing dpc had broken down and the only way to cure the problem was by installation of a lead damp proof course, this entailed the removal of the brickwork to old dpc level installation of lead and re-building the chimney stack.

All Chimney repairs in Surrey and surrounding areas please call Dave on 07976717533
 

Roofer Bagsot ,Flat Roofing

Strip up and relay including new upgraded insulation New decking and upvc fascia
New skylight dome to be fixed

 

 

 

For all Roofing works Surrey and surrounding areas please call Dave

07976717533

Winter Offer

Get 10% discount on any works print off this voucher now

Plus £20.00 cash paid for any referral

Flat Roofing Heatherside Camberley

Simple strip and relay with new insulation

For any roof repairs or replacements contact Dave 07976717533

 

 

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.

Roofing Surrey with Cedar Shingles

Cedar shingle roof coming along well hard to believe how many cut tiles on each end looking good, spent a lot of time getting it al set out and they want to cover it with camouflage netting!! 

 

For all you roofing needs give us a call

Dave 07976717533

 





 

 

 

Roof Refurb Camberley Town Centre

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

Camberley Boots The Chemist

 

 

Camberley Roofing Electronic Leak Detection

NEW SERVICE FROM TRADECALL ROOFING Electronic Leak Detection

Fast and accurate location of leaks in most types of waterproofing membranes. Equipment available for testing in both wet and dry conditions. The test equipment will detact leaks with centimetre accuracy normally without the need to remove surface coatings or make special provisions. Defects marked on the roof's surface with survey paint   Applying Technology To Flat Roofing. Flat roof membrane water leaks can be very difficult to trace. We utilise the latest in non-destructive detection technology to locate and highlight any weak points in a flat roofing system. Electronic roof leak detection equipment can be used in wet and dry conditions, and even where there is standing water on the surface. The test equipment will detect leaks with precise accuracy normally without the need to remove surface coatings or make special provisions. The equipment can be used on most membranes and is far quicker than the traditional manual labour methods. Also, the accurate location of water leaks enables more precise repairs to be undertaken and can remove the necessity for full re-coverings in certain circumstances.           We  Also offer the following services; All roof repairs Flat roofs all systems New tiled & slate roofs (25 year guarantee) Lead work Skylights Guttering Repointing Roof insulation Chimneys UPVC fascia's and soffits Velux windows No Call out charge Our rates are clear and 100% transparent –