The conservatory is a love hate affair to many homeowners. When the weather is right it is a beautiful space, but much of the year it lies empty as it is either roasting hot or freezing cold. Though comfort is the first thing that comes to mind when people consider roof upgrades, the list of hidden advantages remains numerous, and they are not necessarily discussed.  A Quieter, More Relaxing Room  You can guess how noisy it can be when you have ever attempted to watch TV, to work or even to have a conversation in a conservatory when it is pouring. Older polycarbonate and glass roofs transform raindrops into an endless drumming sound. Tiled roof or insulated roof will reduce that sound to a crawl. The conservatory is suddenly a... Read More »

You are supposed to be able to enjoy your conservatory throughout the year not a room that is intolerably hot during summer or intolerably cold during winter. The roof that is over your head contributes more to comfort than most of us think. Consider – that huge sheet of glass or polycarbonate is in the direct line of attack by whatever Mother Nature sends at it. 
 Conservatory roofing that is traditional tends to cause issues that the homeowner did not anticipate when the extension was initially constructed. Glass roofs will convert your pretty garden room into a greenhouse in sunny periods, and the room cannot be used in the hottest months. Polycarbonate may be less expensive at first, but it has notorious bad insulation characteristics. 
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Kitchens and bathrooms are the first things that come to the mind when individuals consider home improvement that increases value. Perhaps, a loft conversion or an extension. The roof is something that is disregarded, yet it contributes to the property value more than you would imagine. An old, worn-out, or dripping roof does not only make your stay there problematic, but it can also make the buyers go away at the time you need to sell it. The question is, then, does a new roof add value to your house?  First Impressions Count  People see the roof of the house as one of the first things even though they might not be conscious of this. Clean, straight and well maintained roof makes the entire property to appear well maintained. Conversely,... Read More »

Flat roofs have been having a slight bad image, however, in the recent years this has changed and they are currently one of the popular options when it comes to home extensions. Peep in new housing schemes or even at refurbished older houses, and you will find flat roofs everywhere – in kitchen extensions, in garden rooms. Why then is it becoming so popular?  A Contemporary Style without making things too complicated  Style is one of the primary reasons for the increase in flat roof extensions. They provide a home with a contemporary, sanitised appearance, but do not conflict with the remainder of the structure. A flat roof is simple and clean instead of the lines being complicated by a large pitched roof that looks as though it has been... Read More »


 The United Kingdom faces rising energy costs which push homeowners to explore ways that improve their property efficiency. Most homeowners fail to recognise how their roofs determine their home’s energy efficiency rating.  
 A roof serves more purposes than protecting you from water intrusion during rainfall. Your roof functions as the vital part of your thermal envelope which acts as an outside-to-inside heat barrier. A faulty barrier system results in money being wasted through the atmosphere. 
 The Hidden Energy Drain Above Your Head 
 The silent energy loss occurs in roofs that are either old or show signs of damage. The small gaps between roofing tiles or slates enable heat losses in winter while permitting heat entrance during summer. Multiple small roof leaks combine to make heating and... Read More »