Roofing guides

Answers to the questions homeowners ask us before they book: what needs permission, when a roof is past repairing, which flat roof to choose and what to do after a storm. Each guide opens with the short answer.

Do you need planning permission or Building Regulations for a new roof?When re-roofing needs planning permission, listed building consent or Building Regulations approval in Cheshire, Greater Manchester and Wales.6 minute read
Repair or replace: how to tell if your roof is past repairingHow roofers decide between repairing a roof and replacing it: the signs to check, from the ground and the loft, on slate, tiled and flat roofs.6 minute read
GRP, EPDM or felt: which flat roof is best for your home?GRP fibreglass, EPDM rubber and torch-on felt flat roofs compared: how each is laid, where each works best and what decides how long a flat roof lasts.6 minute read
Storm damage to your roof: what to do and how to claim on insuranceWhat to do when a storm damages your roof: staying safe, stopping more water getting in, recording the damage and making a home insurance claim.5 minute read
How much does a new roof or a roof repair cost in Macclesfield?What sets the price of a new roof or a roof repair in Macclesfield: size, covering, scaffold, access and hidden timber, and how to compare quotes fairly.6 minute read

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