Leaky, draughty roof or loft space? Poor insulation? Now’s the time to address it. Don’t wait until winter. We take a look at why it’s important to ensure your home is sufficiently insulated now rather than waiting until the temperatures drop and how you can save money with insulation. Did you know that approximately a [...]
You may have heard the term “EPDM’ when it comes to flat roofs, but what is an EPDM flat roof and how is it different to other materials? What can you expect from EPDM flat roofing? EPDM stands for Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer – no surprises that it is more commonly referred to as EPDM [...]
Flat roof maintenance refers to work carried out on a roof to prevent wear and tear and ensure that the roof continues to perform at its optimal performance. It is really important that flat roof maintenance and inspections are conducted twice a year, or following extreme weather. This will determine if there is anything that [...]
We take a look at how a garage flat roof replacement can transform an empty, cold and bleak space into a room you can use all year round. Is your garage a wasted space? Is it piled high with junk? Could it do with a makeover? Is there something else you could use the space [...]
Is it time to replace your gutters? Perhaps this isn't something you have considered as you've had other things on your mind. Maybe it's been a long time since you inspected them or had them cleaned. As we approach spring, and after a winter of heavy storms and frosts, now is definitely the time to [...]
It’s fair to say that the area has been battered by winds recently with this atrocious weather showing no sign of letting up. We have already seen one storm this week; Storm Dudley which saw winds exceeding 30mph, now we are being told to brace ourselves for another; Storm Eunice with gusts of up to [...]
The question we are often asked when it comes to older flat roofs is “how long before a leak damage causes damage?” and “what sort of damage will it cause?”. Of course, there are no absolute answers, simply that if you don’t get the leak fixed, sooner rather than later, it is going to cause [...]
We haven’t yet seen the coldest temperatures of winter however, it won’t be long. As we enter the coldest months of the calendar, it is important to ensure that our homes are adequately insulated. Having effective home and roof insulation not only keeps you and your family warm, it also saves money on heating bills [...]
At Thermal Roof, Weston-super-Mare, we have been installing quality flat roof systems for many years. When it comes to flat roofs, there isn’t much that we don’t know. We thought we would share our knowledge and expertise by interviewing our Managing Director, Wayne Kelly and getting the insider detail on EPDM flat roof systems. Let's [...]
As we head into another winter, it’s time to start preparing your home and garden for what the bad weather might bring. Let’s be honest, we know there is going to be a fair amount of wind and rain. In addition to battening down the hatches (or at least the garden furniture), you also need [...]
