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The effect of warm weather on your roof
By Anne Earley There is an old saying that you should mend your roof while the sun is shining, but it also pays to be mindful that the effect of warm weather on your roof during the sunny days of spring and summer can be as much of a challenge for your roof as winter. […]
Why it’s never a bad time to check your roof
Taking your car for a service is a nuisance, let’s be honest. But it’s infinitely preferable to breaking down in the middle of nowhere because of a problem we had no idea existed. The same mindset should apply to your home – and in particular your roof. You really don’t want to wait until it’s […]
The Increasing Impact Climate Has On Our Roofs
A sad fact of modern life is that extreme climate events have become ever more common. Across the UK and Europe – and indeed globally – flooding is more common, so too other previously rare occurrences such as major heatwaves, earthquakes and storms of huge magnitude. The evidence for this change is clear, with numerous […]
Checking the Roof Doesn’t have to be a chore
Maintenance issues relating to the roof can be troublesome, but they can also be hard to spot. On this site, we are firm believers in prevention being better than cure – taking care of your roof is likely to save any homeowner thousands in the long run. However, how can we remember to check our […]
Don’t Forget To Put Your Coat On – Great Advice For Your Property Too
As a child, did your parents ever use the phrase ‘don’t forget to put your coat on?’. Maybe you have used this parenting classic with your own kids. At heart, there is a sense that prevention is better than cure. Forget to wear your coat, especially in our British climate, and you may well end […]
Repairs Aren’t The Only Reason To Have Your Roof Checked
When a homeowner thinks of costs relating to their roof, they will naturally think in terms of repairs. Whether it is replacing tiles, fixing guttering, repairing the ridge, or another issue, their mind will think of an issue that needs professional remedy. And, to an extent, they’d be right. Roof repairs are a common expense […]
The Roof: Tackling small problems before they become big issues
Most homeowners, we would suggest the vast majority, have a very natural tendency to put repairs off. We fully understand this, it is human nature. It is a rare person who spots a small issue and then immediately prioritises seeking a fix. In any home there are just so many small issues. For any new […]
Could We Learn From Sweden’s Roof Maintenance?
At Improve a Roof, we specialise in helping customers ensure that their roofs stay in superb order, able to withstand the worst the British climate has to throw at us. And, undoubtedly, the British climate places great demands on our roofs – there is wind, rain (often near-constant rain), fairly extreme temperature changes through the […]
Warning Signs Your Roof Might Need A Repair
The roof is perhaps the biggest cause for concern for most homeowners. There is the likelihood that it will require repairs or replacing at some stage and the certainty that should any major faults appear they will need addressing immediately. A leaking roof cannot be put way down the priorities list. However, unlike other parts […]
The Perpetual Roof Quandary – Pay Now, Or Pay Later…
For almost any homeowner, there is one major ongoing cause for concern. The roof. So many people live in the knowledge that it’s not quite perfect. It may be in need of slight repair, they may be a small leak that becomes apparent in storms. You may suspect it is far from energy efficient. Or […]