Eaves detailing and ventilation – 500 words
A roof eaves is the lowest area of a pitched roof and must shed all the water that the roof collects over its entire surface into the gutters. As such, it is important to design and construct the eaves correctly, to ensure that it will remain durable and prevent water ingress into the structure. Traditionally, […]
What roof fixings are best for housebuilding in a coastal environment?
From salty sea air to strong winds, heavy rain and humidity, coastal environments bring a variety of challenges to housebuilders. Overcoming these challenges requires a combination of careful design, the right material choices and high-quality installation. One important consideration, and one that might be easy to overlook because of its small size, is the choice […]
Stewart Rowles, Managing Director at Master Roofers Discusses The Enduring Legacy of Conservation Roof Windows in Britain
Conservation roof windows hold a unique and significant place in British architectural heritage. These cast iron-framed windows, designed for use in historic buildings, embody both the practicality and charm of an era before the advent of modern roof windows. Today, they remain an essential element for maintaining the aesthetic integrity of period properties while offering […]
From origins of Rooflights in the UK to their modern design upgrades.
Managing Director of Master Roofers UK, Stewart Rowles, explores a brief history of rooflights. Traditional rooflights have played an important role in British architecture since the Industrial Revolution, providing natural light to buildings while maintaining structural integrity and durability. Early Development (18th–19th Century) Before the widespread use of rooflights, buildings relied on large windows and […]
5% VAT Blog
We recently had a customer query whether the purchase of rooflights falls within the remit of the 5% VAT rate for building services. The short answer is unfortunately not. While such schemes may appear fantastic on the face of it, when you dig a bit deeper it’s not as straightforward as you might be lead […]
Air and vapour permeability in an historic roof
At roof level, the restoration efforts include dismantling and rebuilding 30 of the 34 chimneys, and replacing 140,000 roof tiles. Removing the roof finish has afforded the opportunity to install a new pitched roof underlay. The project architects specified Proctor Air, with Mac Roofing & Contracting Ltd carrying out installation. As an historic building, the […]
BPR Labels
When selecting timber roof battens, having a BPR label (Biocidal Products Regulation) can help to ensure the chosen products provide suitable performance, both in terms of quality and safety. Safety on a building site is always of paramount importance. While roofers are aware of the risks associated with working at height, there are other risks […]
Proctor Air® provides peace of mind for apartment residentsduring essential reroofing works
A significant challenge when working on the roof of any existing, occupied building is protecting the people inside the building without the full roof system in place. That challenge is multiplied when the building in question is large and work has to be carried out in sections over a longer period of time.At Hatchemeadow apartments […]
How roof underlay specification can helpmake a retrofit project a success
All roof coverings and underlays need to be replaced at some point during a building’s useful life. When that time comes, how can the next generation of roof membranes help existing buildings to meet current performance requirements and be resilient for the future? Pamela Howat, Senior Technical Advisor at A. Proctor Group looks at some […]
Mayan – Case Study July 2023
Products:Mayan ArmouredSlate Low Pitch Roofing SystemMayan RealVergeMayan All-in-One RealRidgeSSQ Riverstone Ultra slates Project:Wrap around, lean-to extension. Coastal region, Weymouth, Dorset. Existing roof:Built 10 years ago, in order to overcome an issue with a side entrance door, the construction of this roofwas modified which subsequently resulted in the roof being pitched at 10 degrees rather than […]