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  • What is the most elastic roofing on the market

    What are the most elastic types of roofing on the market and when would an elastic roof be suitable?

    Asked by Sarath on 16th May 2022
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    Cement instead of lead flashing around chimney

    There's no lead flashing around my chimney, just cement. Is this OK? I haven't noticed any problems, but I thought all joins/edges had lead flashing.

    Asked by minesh on 15th Feb 2023
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    When to use scaffolding for DIY work?

    How can I tell when it is best practice to hire scaffolding as opposed to using a ladder to access a roof for DIY work? Is it related to the extent of the work? How about the height of the house? Are there any other factors I should consider?

    Asked by Greg on 14th Oct 2020
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    Using tiles below minimum recommended pitch

    Is it ever ok to use tiles at a pitch below the manufacturer's recommended minimum?

    Asked by Patrick on 8th Feb 2023
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    Flashing installed wrong

    How can I tell if flashing has been installed incorrectly? I performed the work as a DIY job but now I am uncertain if the flashing was fitted completely right. How can I tell for sure either way?

    Asked by LAURA on 8th Sep 2020
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    What are the pros and cons of zinc guttering?

    What are the pros and cons of zinc guttering?

    Asked by Greg on 27th May 2022
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    Installation of new roof ventilation

    Hi, I would like to install a new roof ventilation. I need something like this. Concrete Roofing Products Air Vent Ridge Angle Dark Grey Product code: 10232574 Available to Order • Angle Capped • Aesthetic appeal

    Asked by Tomasz on 6th Aug 2024
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    Butterfly roof

    Hi, what is a butterfly roof and when might it be used?

    Asked by jonathan on 27th Aug 2022
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    Replacing a Dormer window

    rough price to replace a small dorma window with a larger one in a bungalow

    Asked by Carole on 20th Jun 2023
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    Cross gable vs box gable roof

    What distinguishes a cross gable roof from a box gable roof? Which is better overall?

    Asked by Carherine on 13th Aug 2022
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