Birds hold a special fascination for many of us – they are often used as symbols of freedom and carefree life, and bird watchers are one of the most avid groups of wildlife enthusiasts out there. We feed them bread and nuts in the winter and set up bird houses for them. However, sometimes they … Read more
Although wasps often build nests beneath roof eaves or slide under shingles to reach the attic through cracks and crevices, most of their damage is minimal. While a colony may be able to crack and split wood to enter the attic, this is often a sign of damage. It is important to repair this damage … Read more
Completing the installation of a new wood-burning stove involves extending the chimney piping through the attic space and roof. For metal roofing, the procedure is a matter of defining the accurate hole location and correct mounting to ensure a secure and watertight roof connection. Completing the installation of a new wood-burning stove involves extending the … Read more
Installing a chimney pot increases the height of the chimney stack above the ridge line of a roof. The removal of smoke from a chimney is most effective when unobstructed wind can blow across the top of chimney, so it is important to have a chimney at the highest point of the house. Chimney pots … Read more
Slate roofing tiles are very delicate and can easily crack and dislodge under your weight. Ideally, you would only allow specially trained roofers to work on roofs covered in slate, but for emergency repairs or the retrieval of the occasional frisbee, it can’t be avoided. If you must go up there, be sure to follow … Read more
Pantile roofing has been around for along time and has approved quality. Pantile roofing is an open gauge interlocking clay tile that was designed to make a natural clay roof more affordable. Mostly used in the UK, Pantile roofing adds character and attraction to any roof and is highly sought after. With the newer pantile … Read more
Roof tiles provide protection for the buildings interior and are an essential part of the design process. There are many materials that can be used to make tiles, such as clay, slate concrete, plastic, and glass. Each tile has its own unique visual characteristics. The roof tiles can be attached to the structure using bolts … Read more