The regs: Solar PVs on the roof? Understand the fire risk

The Architects’ Journal The regs: Solar PVs on the roof? Understand the fire risk Architects are specifying solar systems on roofs without considering the fire risk implications, warns Geoff Wilkinson  The post The regs: Solar PVs on the roof? Understand the fire risk appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Geoff Wilkinson

How to Prepare Commercial Flat Roofs Before the First Freeze

A commercial flat roof needs three things before the first hard freeze: drains that move water, seams and flashings sealed while the materials can still bond, and a written plan for snow. Handle those in October and winter becomes a monitoring job. If you skip them, the problem tends to surface in February, as a […] <p>The post How to Prepare Commercial Flat Roofs Before the First Freeze first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Holiday Lighting Mistakes That Damage Roofs, Gutters and Exteriors

Holiday lights add color and definition to a property, but the way they are attached matters just as much as the finished appearance. Nails driven into trim, overloaded gutters, tightly pulled wires, and unsuitable fasteners can leave damage behind after the decorations come down. A display that looks neat in December should not create repair […] <p>The post Holiday Lighting Mistakes That Damage Roofs, Gutters and Exteriors first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Roof Types for Extensions: Choosing a Form That Fits Your House

The post Roof Types for Extensions: Choosing a Form That Fits Your House appeared first on UK Construction Blog. An upstairs window can rule out an extension roof shape before you have chosen tiles or rooflights. The ceiling you want, neighbouring buildings and available height also narrow the options. Flat, lean-to, gable and hipped roofs are common choices, but an attractive project photograph is only a starting point. Test the shape against your own […]

Why Roofs Need Checking Before Solar Panels Go On

The post Why Roofs Need Checking Before Solar Panels Go On appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Solar installations keep landing on contractors’ desks even when solar isn’t the trade they signed up for. A homeowner wants panels fitted, the roofer gets the call to check things over first, and suddenly everyone’s asking whether the roof can take the weight. Panels themselves aren’t especially heavy. But add mounting rails, cabling, and the […]

Why does the industry have so many leaks in roofs?