Roof replacement (Pitched/Tiled) in St Ives

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Roof replacement (Pitched/Tiled) in St Ives

In search of tile or slate roofing contractors in St. Ives? Our tile and slate roofing companies in St. Ives will be able to deliver the perfect quotes to have a completely new roof constructed or repaired.

Tile and slate are definitely the two most favored materials in Britain regarding roofing construction, with the strength and potential to deal with weather both equally common factors with British householders. With a selection of colours to set your house aside from the crowd there is an possibility to give a completely unique attraction to your property.

Colours to choose from include black, grey and red, therefore ensure to get something which matches your existing house. Along with little maintenance needed over a 75-year lifespan, you're likely to have something that will look fantastic for decades.

With the variety of colours being offered combined with low maintenance and wonderful longevity qualities, purchasing a tile or slate roof is frequently the most suitable choice for householders.

We can provide you with as many as 4 tile or slate roofing companies in your area, who'll offer quotes for the work you want completed. You'll receive a property visit from specialists in St. Ives who'll help you determine the best material for your property before carrying out the construction.

The fitting of a tile or slate roof will require a few days to a couple of weeks, dependant upon the size and pitch of the roof, in addition to the number of workers undertaking the task.

Average Tile or slate roofing cost in St Ives

The regular cost of Tile or slate roofing is £6000. Costs can change based upon the materials and the organisation hired. The upper price range can be as high as £6900. The material costs are normally approximately £1500

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Tile or slate roofing installation cost in St Ives 2024

Labour cost £4,200
Material cost £1,500
Waste removal £300
Time frame: 3-4 weeks

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We noted 1,122 requests for house quotations within St. Ives. Of these quote requests the amount of tile or slate roofing quotes within St. Ives was 0. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these consumers with up to 4 suitable contractors who were available for work within St. Ives at that time. Request a free home survey from reputable companies within St. Ives.

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    Fenmac Ltd t/a FM Property Maintenance

    44 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB4 1QL

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    Chris S., PE13
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Wisbech

    Nice guys sorted it out for us no more leaks

    W Hartley LTD

    27 review(s)
    Based: in Newark, NG24 3LJ

    We are a family run business with over 30 years experience in all aspects of roofing. We are registered FreeFoam installers of all UPVC fascias, soffits, barge boards, guttering and down pipes. We only use FreeFoam products and they offer extended w...

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    Mrs T., DE24
    4

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Derby

    quick response

    Premier Home Improvements

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Peterborough, PE14 9BU

    We are roofing company office based in Norwich High standard work Genuine prices All work fully guaranteed

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    Michael G., NR29
    3

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Great Yarmouth

    Came straight away

    Asbestos Services and Roofline Limited

    146 review(s)
    Based: in Doncaster, DN8 4NJ

    We are a family run business with over 20 years combined experience within the asbestos industry, we will and can undertake any issues arising in regards to asbestos

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    Nik H., S36
    3

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Sheffield

    Very prompt response - dealt entirely over email so cannot rate on telephone manner or home consultation! Quotatis webs...

    NJL Contractors LTD

    27 review(s)
    Based: in Norwich, NR1 3FS

    NJL CONTRACTORS LTD. are specialist approved contractors in Roofing, Construction & Groundwork installations. We are a established Norfolk based business that specialises in All types of Roofing, Building and ground work, so you can count on us to...

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    Paul M., CM7
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Braintree

    So far so good. Nathanael was pleasant to deal with and informative. Looking forward and hopeful for the quotes for the ...

    Nayburs Roofing Ltd

    2 review(s)
    Based: in Borehamwood, WD6 1QX

    Hi at Nayburs roofing we offer a wide range of skills to meet the criteria of each and individual job we offer a free quote to each works Carried out and with all major works a guaranteed certificate.

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    Lethiwe C., MK40
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Bedford

    They secured by roofing trim and am very pleased with the work!

    Jp Weather Proof Roofing

    6 review(s)
    Based: in Leighton buzzard, LU7 9BP

    Weather proof roofing are a well established roofing contractor in London we built up our business solely on reputation and quality of work. This is a reputation we value and work hard to maintain. We pride ourselves on offering first class workmansh...

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    Douglas N., SE27
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in London

    JP Weather Proof came promptly and were courteous and helpful.

    Excel Roofing

    15 review(s)
    Based: in Dunstable, LU5 5BJ

    Excel Roofing are a friendly and professional roofing company, based in Luton and offer a quality roofing service. We serve all of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire.

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    Valerie W., SG5
    4

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Hitchin

    Nice people but decided to go elsewhere

    ELT Landscapes Ltd

    14 review(s)
    Based: in Cambridge, CB24 9PW

    ELT Roofing are thoroughly experienced, comprehensive roofing specialists who provide every aspect of roofig to residential and commercial properties in Cambridgeshire.

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    Salvatore S., MK40
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Bedford

    Quick response, good detailed quote Very knowledgeable and very polite.

    S S Roofing

    66 review(s)
    Based: in Kettering, NN15 5NT

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    David P., NN14
    5

    Roofing | Pitched | Replacement (Partial & Full) in Kettering

    Excellent value for money

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    FAQs

    What is a roof eave?

    An eave is the edge of a roof, which is why they are now and then called roof eaves. On a household's outside, eaves can stick out outside the side of the building, serving both ornamental and applied purposes. The eave of a house has come to mean the lower area of the roof that projects after the external covering, as opposite to a cornice, which is part of the entablature in Classical architecture.

    Think of how a roof outspreads outside the covering, and then think about how a hard rain may roll down the roof and, on the ground, away from the structure. Centuries ago, the eavesdrop was that indentation line made around a structure when the rain fell off the edge of the roof onto the ground.

    Types of Eaves

    A roof can come to a conclusion in essentially three ways. A closed eave is the one which has very little or no overhang at all. An open eave has a visible overhang, projecting beyond the roof brackets. A boxed eave is surrounded with a soffit.

    The Use of Eaves?

    An eave can defend the siding and substance of a structure. A roof eave bulging beyond the sides permits snow and rain to fall from the roof away from the covering, to the ground. The more the "weather" gets thrown away from the household, the chances of you having a dry basement increases.

    In cases of regions with a warmer climate, a large eave can help provide shade to the interior of the house. In rainy environments, the prolonged eaves of Asian architecture deliver shelter from the climate, as well as direction. In the 21st century, an eave may be an inconspicuous site for security cameras and light.

    What is a pitched roof?

    A pitched roof is a type of roof that is defined to have a sloping surface that has an angle that is greater than 20 degrees. Pitched roofs offer a more classical appearance. They remain the most communal and effective answer in wet and cold weathers to guarantee all-out protection.

    Eaves

    In the roof, the lower part of the inclined roof which is prominent outside the external face of the wall. The chief purpose of eaves is to pour the rainwater from the roof straight on the exterior wall. It also provides protection from sunlight. Eaves are sometimes decorated to an architectural beauty.

    Gable

    The Three-sided higher part of the wall at the end of a ridge roof.

    Flashing

    A band of impermeable material, typically metal, used to eliminate water from the intersection between a roof covering and another part of the structure. Flashings are provided to stop moisture from inflowing the wall and roof through joints in copings, parapet wall, and other infiltrations through the roof plane.

    Hip

    The Hip is defined as the exterior angle, which is generally greater than 180 degrees, which is formed at the inclined ridge of the roof slopes.

    Ridge

    The ridge is defined as the horizontal intersection made by the rising roof surfaces that are inclined in opposite directions.

    Purlins

    Purlins are the horizontal members which are laid on the principal rafters which help to support the common rafter of a roof. This is usually done when the span is large. Purlins are made from wood or steel. The top surfaces of the purlins intend to be unvarying and plane.

    Fascia

    This is the wooden board that is fixed to the feet of the common rafter at eaves. The Fascia helps the lowest ends of the roof covering material to rest on it.

    Rafter

    One of the major structural components of a pitched roof is a rafter. The rafter generally begins for the support of the roof to the ridge or hip. The purlin is supported by equally spaced rafters used side by side.

    How to slate a roof?

    One of the most popular choices for roofing materials are roof slates. There is a number of advantages that a roof slate has, hey can be aesthetically pleasing, they can also increase the potential selling value of the house and many more. Slate is a sturdy and resilient material that delivers waterproofing physical characteristics to a pitched roof. Unlike other roof materials which absorb water slates do not. Therefore, slate is the most resistant towards freezing and water damage.

    Find out the pitch of your roof

    Before beginning with the fitting procedure, you need to figure out the pitch of your roof. The roof pitch commands how much overlap is essential with each slate. This has been made a lot easier than the early days with the advancement of technology.

    Find out the required overlap

    Once you’ve found out the exact pitch of your roof accurately, take a look at the slate producer’s description. Each manufacturer will propose the obligatory overlap in order to form a firm and safe slate roof.

    Roll out the roof membrane

    Firstly, guarantee your joists or trusses are clean of any sheards or old nails that could harm the membrane. You will now have to roll the chosen roofing membrane along the roof trusses. It is always wise to start from one of the bottom corners and keep rolling it along to the other corner.

    Secure the roof membrane

    Once the membrane has been moved out, use thump nails to protect one edge. You will now have to pull the membrane taut and carefully fix it into position. Do this before adding any nails across the membrane at points of intersection with the trusses for extra stability.

    Batten placement

    This is done to find the proper assignment of the battens. For this, you will need two full-sized slates along with an under eaves slate. Carefully position the battens on the top of the roof on the top of the overlay. Make sure not to fix them down since it will be easier to move them around and make any adjustments.

    How to tile a roof?

    The task of installing a tile roof can be quite a difficult one. Such a project takes a great deal of preparation, well before the actual tile installation is done. It does not matter if you are putting new ones or replacing your old tiles, understanding the proper technique and steps become crucial.

    Remove old roofing (if applicable).

    This is, on its own, a major job that can take days and require special tools. It takes some time, but be prepared to do it right.

    Install battens (if applicable).

    Battens may be needed to hold the tiles in place if the roof is having a steep slope. Usually made of metal or wood, battens are generally 1 inch thick and run horizontally along the roof.

    You can find several varieties of tiles that has a hook or a lip allowing it to hang on the available battens. Apart from this, you can find several clips in the market which help to attach the tiles on to the batten.

    Determining the spacing for battens can be done easily using two tiles. To prevent interlocking, a three inch overlap is required at the minimum, and a smaller amount of overhang should be left over the eaves. Keep this in mind when you determine the locations of the battens.

    After you have determined the distance between the first two battens, measure the distance and set battens using that spacing up, making sure to double-check measurements as you go along.

    • Install the tiles.

    • You will need to begin with one side first, and then continue to move along the length of the roof.

    • Cut tiles to fit tight spots.

    • Tiles have to be cut precisely to overcome any obstacle like the chimney.

    • Install the ridge tiles.

    After completing the broad surfaces of the roof, special ridge tiles are required to cap the top.

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