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Solar Panels

G&A Solar Panels – Installers for the UK

Our extensive and professional installation engineers from G&A Solar Panels’ network offer both individuals and businesses a free survey of their home or premises and a competitive quote for full installation. G&A Solar Panels offer this solar panel service with NO SALES PEOPLE involved and no obligation for you to purchase.

Are solar panels a good investment?

Ever rising energy prices alongside the government’s green agenda and commitment to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions can only mean one thing – higher energy prices!

G&A Solar Panels offer an alternative to these rising energy prices; the installation of our solar panels is a financially smart and sound investment and has a return of about seven per cent per year. Continue reading “Solar Panels”

Fascias and soffits

The Benefits Of Soffit Boards

If you are about to change the tiles on a roof because some of them are starting to show signs of wear and tear or that you simply want a new design, this isn’t the only area of a roof which you should be concerned with. There is one particular part of a roof which, if not changed frequently, could cause significant damage especially if a particular cold winter happens. Having excellent soffit board’s results in a property being protected against from the elements no matter what happens.

Soffit boards are locatable at the bottom of a roof. If soffit boards ever start to decrease in quality, this will more than likely result in moisture from rain and snow entering the building. If a significant amount of moisture penetrates a building, this could cause dry rot occurring and the soffit boards themselves starting to degrade. The major problem with soffit boards is that they are hidden from view with any damage which has been caused hardly being evident at all. Therefore, it should never be assumed that just because soffit boards cannot be seen that there is no destruction whatsoever. By replacing soffit boards means that any repair bill as a result of moisture entering a building will not be apparent at all.

Soffit boards are available in a variety of sizes such as 9mm. Soffit boards can be bought in either a vented or unvented style. By choosing vented soffit boards means that greater air circulation happens. Soffit boards can also be purchased in various lengths too. No matter what the size of a building is, soffit boards will be able to meet all demands and expectations.

With multiple advantages of replacing soffit boards, many homeowners and business managers are seeing renewing their own soffit boards as a worthwhile investment.

Lead Work

G&A Lead Roofers    Call 0800 624 430
Emergency Roofers BiorminghamThe use of Lead in the Building Industry
For centuries, lead has been used widely because of its easily manageable and adaptable state. Lead has a resistance to electricity that is unlike most other metals and is largely defiant of corrosion. Its many properties make lead a very practical material across a spectrum of industries, particularly in construction work and roofing.
The reason it has such an important and varied use in roofing is due to its soft, malleable nature that makes it ideal to mold and manipulate into different shapes. Lead acts as a prominent material in roofing, used in flat leaded roofs, chimney lead slates, back leaded gutters and lead valleys – to list but a few. If a lead roof is installed properly, it is guaranteed to last a lifetime. Continue reading “Lead Work”

Guttering and upvc guttering replacement

The Benefits Of UPVC Guttering

No matter what the reasoning is behind a home renovation project, choosing superb products is always important. If the exterior of a building needs to be changed, there are many areas which can help to do this such as the guttering. When selecting guttering which is designed to last, not only will peace of mind be provided but there will be no chance of any repair bill occurring. Just like with any other item found in a home, there are multiple materials which guttering can be made out of such as UPVC.

UPVC guttering is not just perfect for residential properties but commercial and industrial buildings too. UPVC guttering is surprisingly affordable with no budget ever being exceeded when it is chosen. UPVC guttering is designed in such a way that it will never leak. This is very important because if a leak ever happens and is not noticed for a while, this could cause significant damage. Also, UPVC guttering can be bought in a multiple number of colours. Therefore, any UPVC guttering which is chosen will match what was previously installed with no redecoration required whatsoever.

UPVC guttering isn’t the only item which can help to protect a building but cladding can too. There is a wide selection to choose from with plastic cladding and this offers convenience to all of those who select this especially as the prices charged for plastic cladding are never expensive. Investing in plastic cladding also means that any repair bill which becomes evident will never materialise as a small investment has been made in helping to protect the building as a whole.

Choosing any of the aforementioned products can bring many advantages to a property, especially as the initial upfront cost will be minuscule in comparison to any amount which is needed to repair a property as a result of not picking UPVC guttering or plastic cladding.

Flat Roofs

Flat roof repairs  

We have over 25 years experience in roofing for domestic and commercial properties. Our extensive experience means we know roofs and we know the best solution for your home or business roof. We are registered members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors.

All our new flat roofs come with 10, 15 or 20 years guarantee.

We have spent the last 25 years building an extensive reputation working with individual home owners, landlords, estate agents, insurance companies and commercial organisations.

EPDM can withstand temperature changes of 120°C to -54°C. Unaffected by UV rays and is resistant to cracking or splitting. Its molecule structure allows for structural movement without causing any damage to the flat roof system. Continue reading “Flat Roofs”

Chimney Repairs

For Free Estimates And Emergency Chimney Repairs Call 0800 626 439
The Importance of Maintaining your Chimney

A chimney’s function is to channel smoke upwards, out and away from our homes. We can often take for granted their importance and neglect the regular maintenance they need to ensure their build is kept intact, and their function met safely. Over time, the pointing of a chimney may split and the structure of its walls could develop cracks. After a period of 25 or 30 years, the mortar joints that bind the stone and brick will corrode; resulting in a flaking and cracking of the joints, leaving the pointing in need of repair.

What causes the cracks in my chimney? The cracks that materialise in the pointing of a chimney can often be explained by the natural process of freeze-thaw weathering. This process occurs when tiny amounts of water gather inside the smallest holes in the pointing. As the temperature falls overnight, the water freezes and expands. When the water melts, it leaves behind a larger space in the pointing for the next rainfall to seep into (and so the cycle continues). If left for too long without being repaired, the structure could become unstable.

Freeze-thaw weathering can also impair any metal object attached to the build of a property, such as a satellite dish.
What causes my chimney to leak?

Usually, the cause of a leak is defective flashings. These can be caused by:

Incorrect installation. Weathering. Lack of maintenance.

If left for a long period of time, any leaks will cause the walls of your home to become damp. If you find a leak, seek professional help as soon as possible for an emergency repair. Continue reading “Chimney Repairs”

Emergency Roof Repairs

For Emergency Roofer Call Nationwide Roofing on Freephone 0800 626 430 0r 07914701380

bromley-emergency-roofer_optEmergency roofing repairs; when do they become necessary and what precautions can I take to prevent them in the future?

An emergency repair can become a necessary action when your roof has been damaged. Only when the damage to your roof requires a repair that needs to be fixed as soon as possible is when an emergency roofer is required. The slightest sign of damage to your roof could require an emergency roof repair and should be treated as an emergency. If you neglect these signs, any damage could quickly worsen and cost more to repair in the end.

Often, we assess what requires an emergency repair ourselves and too often we get this wrong. If a single loose tile on your roof becomes damaged, the possibility of it requiring an emergency repair is very real as it can be extremely dangerous. If your roof is not sealed, it is not fully protected against every day weather conditions.

There will be water leakages, and any strong winds could tear more loose tiles from your roof, possibly harming a passerby. Should you experience any problems with your roof, call a professional emergency roofer as soon as possible. Luckily, there are a few precautions you can put in place to maximise the protection of your roof in its constant battle against every day weather conditions and protect it from ever needing an emergency roof repair. The following actions are necessary to protect your property from a costly emergency roof repair in the future.

  • Check your roof. Look for any signs of damage that could require an emergency repair such as loose or missing tiles.
  • Check your chimney. All of the surrounding pointing should be intact with no holes or cracks.
  • Check your gutters. Neglected gutters are responsible for many of our emergency callouts. Often, these calls are being made due to gutters being faulty or blocked. You should clean and check your gutter at least once a year to avoid any blockages. If they are blocked, they could overflow and will cause your walls to dampen.
  • Get rid of any loose or unwanted TV and radio aerials. Continue reading “Emergency Roof Repairs”