Author Archives: Kevin Hodge
What you Need to Know About Flat Roof Insulation.
Even though having a flat roof has some perks of its own, there are some real down sides that every home owner has to face. One of the biggest downsides is the condensation, which in turn rots the deck, the … Read more
Why You Should Invest in a Sarnafil Flat Roof
Imagine putting wall paper on your wall. That’s just how easy installing a Sarnafil membrane on your roof is. Well of course it requires a bit of skill to do it, but compared to other ways of installing a membrane … Read more
Building a Deck on a Flat Roof
You flat roof doesn’t have to be boring – many people create extra outside space on theirs by adding a deck and you can too. It’s not as difficult as it sounds but there are certain things to remember when … Read more
Advantages of Turning Your Flat Roof into a Green Roof
A green roof is classified as one with the addition of vegetation and soil to any roof type. Installing a green roof can actually reduce several negative effects that buildings would have on local ecosystems whilst simultaneously reducing the buildings’ energy … Read more
Tips For Keeping Your Home Warm & Save Energy This Winter
Money is tighter now than ever, but when winter comes around, pockets never quite seem deep enough. Not only does the Christmas season drain all those summer savings, but keeping your home warm while saving energy can be a frosty … Read more
Preparing Your Roof For Winter
The nemesis of all roofs, winter, is here. Ice, rain and winds will all try to break through, and many will succeed. But before the first freeze of winter hits, there are a few things you should do to prepare … Read more
Converting Your Roof Into A Usable Space
It’s the age of the ‘scrimp and save’, and we’re all looking for those extra ways to add value to our property. People extend their houses left, right and centre, but have you ever thought of extending upwards? A roof … Read more
Keeping Your Flat Roof Cool
We’re in the midst of a heatwave here in the UK and homes are getting hotter. One drawback in the summer of a flat roof is its tendency to trap heat but there are plenty of ways to reduce heat … Read more
Flat Roof Drainage Systems
A key consideration when looking at a flat roof for your home is drainage. Without the angle of a low or steep-sloping roof rainwater won’t have gravity on its side to keep your roof clear.
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What is there not to love about a balcony roof? A lot of interior designs these days have revolved around the concept of bringing the outside indoors, incorporating pots and plants normally found outside in the garden and placing them … Read more
Single ply flat roofing systems have become very popular in the UK owing to their light weight that suit buildings which take load and bearing into consideration. Just because it’s single ply, doesn’t mean it’s weak. It is actually the … Read more
Your home or office may have more living space than you ever imagined. You can add to the value of your home, and improve your quality of life through utilising more outdoor space, and even reduce the environmental impact of … Read more
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