Roof cladding
Roof cladding refers to the materials used on the surface of the roof (like tiles or steel sheeting). As well as determining how the...
Guttering
Guttering is an important part of most roofs. Find out how it's installed, and how it works to collect and channel rainwater from a...
Eaves
Eaves are the lower parts of the roof that project out beyond a house's walls. While not always built into modern houses, they provide...
How to reshingle a roof
From time to time, a shingle roof will need to be re-laid. Find out what's involved, and who should do this work.
Having your roof...
Roofing parts and elements
Parts of roofs include framing elements, flashing, eaves, guttering, penetrations and cladding, among others. Find out what these elements are, and what role they...
Roof colour and materials
Darker colours absorb heat - and some materials collect and store warmth while others reflect and dissipate it. Find out how to choose the...
Swarf and corrosion
Small things often make a huge difference. How metal roofing is cut, and what's done with the small offcuts can easily cause massive damage...
Roof ventilation
The ceiling cavity of a house has a huge impact on the climate inside a home. Find out what role roof ventilation plays, how...
Roof maintenance
A well maintained roof is vital to the health of your home. As people say when all else is going wrong - ‘at least...
Heat retention and ventilation
Hot air rises - and for that reason, how you manage the area under your roof is vital to your home's climate control efficiency....