How can I find out if my roof has been installed correctly?
To ascertain the standard of workmanship and whether the roof has been installed in accordance with current Codes of Practice, a visual inspection of the roof would be required. Based on the findings of this inspection, a written report can be prepared with supporting photographs and providing conclusions, recommendations and a summary overview of the findings. Based on the report, advice on the best forward action can be provided.
How can I tell if my roof needs repairing, recoating or replacing?
This will depend on the type and age of the roof and the standard of installation, and previous repairs and maintenance. A visual inspection would clarify this.
What is the most durable type of roofing material to use on my home?
This depends on the locality, style and pitch of roof, whether the house is built for a lightweight or heavyweight roofing system, and, in the case of a re-roof, the history of the performance of the original roof.
How long can I expect the roof of my home to last?
This depends on its location, age, standard of installation and maintenance and performance to date. A visual inspection would clarify this.
If I believe my roof has not been installed properly, what are my options?
A visual roof inspection would be required to establish whether the roofing system is fit for purpose and to ascertain the standard of workmanship and whether the installation of the roof meets the standards of current Codes of Practice. A written report of the findings would be required to assist in bringing about a satisfactory resolution of this matter.
I’m having a dispute with my roofing contractor and cannot find any satisfactory way to resolve this situation. What can I do?
The roof would need inspecting and the conditions of the roofing contract would need reviewing in order to establish both the standard of workmanship and whether the roofing contractors had fulfilled all their obligations under their contract. Depending on the findings of the inspection and review, a comprehensive written report may be required in order to hold the roofing contractor to account, if required, or in the worst case scenario, to be presented as evidence in a Disputes Tribunal hearing.
What does a typical written report consist of?
A typical written roofing report consists of a description each of the findings based on what has been viewed during the visual roof inspection, followed by conclusions for the various findings, recommendations for actions to be taken based on the findings and a summary overview which also includes the estimated lifespan of the roofing system. A file of photographs supporting the findings accompanies the report.
Do I always need a written report or can a verbal report be enough?
Sometimes, where there is a minor issue, a verbal report may suffice. However, for clarity and in order to have a permanent record of the findings of a visual roof inspection, a written report is recommended.