Winter Roof Maintenance: Protecting Your UK Home from the Seasonal Challenges

WINTER WEATHER IMPACTS ON YOUR ROOF

As if there is not enough to produce negativity in our daily lives at the moment unfortunately the importance of an effective well-maintained flat roof on your home should rank as a high consideration and definitely not be ignored.

The impact of failing to address defective, damaged or failed installations will in the long run compound these woes resulting in possibly more expensive solutions and, not to mention, insurance claims.

As winter, in particular approaches, your roof will be subjected to a progressive intensity of inclement weather in the form of rain and strong winds likely to exist for at least the next 5 months.

A few simple actions that will ease any concerns is to ensure that gutters, down pipes and outlets are cleared of debris such as leaves, moss and the like. It is worth engaging a suitable tradesperson to undertake this for you.

Where possible, carry out a thorough visual inspection of the roof from outside, taking all necessary safety precautions. Check the wall flashings are intact and correctly installed….often a source of rainwater ingress.

Take photographs of the roof, particularly any areas of concern. These can be forwarded to a reputable roofing company for their opinion of any required action.

If you identify damp patches inside do not ignore them. They will not just disappear and are likely to be caused by a failed detail of your roof.

Besides observing any flat roofs on your home ensure you check for missing or slipped tiles or slates, ridges and hip tiles. Defects in these areas will contribute to any water ingress.

In all defective areas engage a recommended roofing business that has proven experience, excellent referrals and accreditations.

In the case of a flat roof replacement, it is vital that you obtain a written Insured Guarantee that may be called upon if required, obtain more than one estimate for the work and look closely at the details of what is being provided.

Following these guidelines will most certainly ensure some peace of mind for those stormy nights and leave you well-prepared for the forthcoming year.

At Strandek, our technical expertise, service portfolio and experience are unmatched. This diversity is a strength that enables us to help customers across all sectors. To contact us visit our website at www.strandek.co.uk and see how we can help you with your roofing troubles this winter.

Strandek GRP Systems (owned by Salty Yacht (Productions) Ltd)
Croes- Carn- Einon Farm
Rhiwderin
Newport
South Wales
NP10 8RR
01633 250652

Established in 1976, Strandek gained experience in the marine industry and has since expanded into roofing, glass fibre flat roofing supplies and moulding, lining and flooring applications - a result of their expertise and a testimony to their skills.

Strandek® are industry-leading contractors specialising in glass fibre, single ply and resin-based applications for commercial, industrial and domestic applications.

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