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Practical guides, seasonal tips and the occasional rant about why we don't use felt anymore. Written by Scott and the team — no waffle, no SEO spam, just what we tell customers in person.
Latest · Roof guides
When to replace your roof — and when a repair is enough
Eight signs your roof is past patching, and the ones that mean a quick repair will see you right for another five winters.
16 May 2026 · Scott Ryan
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Seasonal
The Great British weather and your roof
Storms, freeze-thaw, summer UV, autumn leaves. What each one does, and what you can do about it before it costs you.
12 May 2026
Conservatories
Should you replace your conservatory roof in 2026?
Polycarbonate roofs make conservatories unusable in summer and winter. A tiled replacement turns the space into a real room. Here's what to expect.
8 May 2026
Materials
Why we use Firestone EPDM instead of felt
Felt is cheaper and easier to fit. So why do we put a 50-year rubber roof on every flat-roof job? Three reasons.
3 May 2026