Roof load bearing capacity
Load bearing capacity is another crucial consideration for roofs. It determines what sort of roofing materials can be used, and whether things like solar...
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...
Weatherproofing and roofs
A roof's job, in the simplest terms, is to keep the elements out. If a roof isn't weatherproof, it can cause major structural 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...
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...
Performance considerations for roofs
There are a few things a roof needs to do well. The measure of a roof's performance will change from house to house, and...
Roofing membrane
A roofing membrane is a plastic seal that's wrapped around a roof for weatherproofing. Membranes are becoming more popular on homes these days, particularly...
Thatched roof
Thatched roofs are made from dried plant stalks. While extremely uncommon in modern house roofs, thatch is a popular choice for outdoor structures like...
Roof shingles
Roof shingles, while similar to roof tiles, are normally flat and much thinner. Roof shingles can be made from all kinds of materials, including...
Domed roof
Circular roofs can take many shapes and forms - either flat or pitched, or even domed. Domed roofs, while strong, are unusual and may...