So you live in Buckinghamshire and you need a professional roofing contractor.  It may be because you have an emergency and a leaking roof.  It may be because you know that there aresome repairs which need doing.  Or it may be because you want a new roof.  Whatever the workyou want done there are many things to consider when making this important decision.

Steps to finding a good contractor:

1.) Get at least three references.
2.) Ask how (more…)

Cedar Shakes are wooden shingles that are derived from splitting the wood log. Typically, Cedar Shakes are preferred for their simple and beautiful look. They have been very popular in California or west coast architecture for many years and are often preferred to metal, asphalt, slate or shingle roofs. However, though Cedar Shakes look marvelous, they must be treated specifically for several concerns. First, they must be weather proofed, well maintained, and they must be treat (more…)

Skylights are a wonderful addition to any home. However, when it comes to roofing, it is important to make sure that skylights are installed correctly to prevent any leaks or damage to the roof. It is very important that proper installation techniques are used to make certain that they are working at optimum level. The best way to prevent any errors from occurring is to hire a professional roofer for the installation. Skylights are usually installed at the undermost (more…)

Felt paper, otherwise known as tar paper, is an underlayment that is used between the decking and shingles. There are two weights: #15 and #30. It is important to make sure that you use the weight of the paper that is recommended by the manufacturer. When you hire a professional roofer to install, repair or replace your roof, they will make certain that they use the weight that is recommended by the manufacturer of the roofing materials. This way you can be certain that you wil (more…)