New Roofs

New & Replacement Roofs

If your roof has reached the end of its useful life and needs to be replaced, choosing a reputable contractor to carry out the work is essential to ensure that the installation is carried out to the highest standards. Avon Home Improvements has excellent customer feedback for all its roofing services including new roofs and roof replacement work and much of our work is through customer recommendation. Working with tiles or slates, our skilled roofers take pride in every job they carry out. What’s more, we use only quality materials to ensure that your new roof has the longest possible lifespan. We also install roofs on new-build properties and work thoughout Dorset and neighbouring areas of Hampshire. Call 01202 069923 today for a free no-obligation quote. 

  • What is the lifespan of a tiled roof?

    Typically, roof tiles are expected to last for around 60 years. If you live in an older property, you should get your roof inspected every four to five years, certainly no longer than that. Call us on 01202 069923 for details.

  • How often does a tiled roof need maintenance?

    A properly installed roof should not need much if any maintenance in the first 10 to 15 years or so. However, all roofs are susceptible to extreme weather events such as high winds and driving rain, so the older the roof, the more maintenance will be required. Avon Home Improvements recommend that roofs over 25 years of age should be inspected every 4 or 5 years to identify any repair work which may need to be carried out.

  • What is the difference between clay or concrete tiles?

    There are clear advantages to be found in both clay and concrete tiles. Their use depends on your requirements and any restrictions that may impact your project. Concrete is the more cost-effective option and stands up well against severe weather conditions, while clay provides a beautiful natural look and weighs less even after experiencing heavy rainfall. If you are unsure which is the best option for you, we are happy to advise you.

  • Are slate roofs more common in the UK?

    Natural slate is generally the roofing material of choice on period properties that need to reflect the natural environment around them. Natural slate tiles are more expensive than clay or concrete tiles so are less common than roof tiles on properties dating from the 1960s onwards.

  • What is the lifespan of a slate roof?

    Natural slate is extremely durable against even the harshest of weather conditions, which guarantees an extremely long lifespan. Slate roofs can last anywhere up to 150 years.

Below: New roof completed in Verwood involving the stripping of all existing tiles, felt and battens, supplying and laying new breathable roofing membrane and treated battens, installing new fibre cement under cloak boards, installing UPVC felt support trays, relaying all existing tiles replacing any broken or damaged and fixing all ridge tiles using a dry ridge system for maximum high wind protection. 

Avon Home Improvements Bournemouth Dorset
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