Roof Replacement In West Lothian and surrounded Areas
When your roof has reached the end of its lifespan (yes, even slate does not exceed 100-120 years in the best case scenario!) or your roof has suffered too much damage, the time has come to replace your roof.
Obviously, a roof renovation represents a budget, sometimes more important than that of the construction of a new roof: it is necessary to remove the old cover, check the state of the frame, possibly renovate the screen and the insulation, check the condition of the zinc works, put on a new cover and finally transport the old one to the waste disposal centre.
All this therefore represents a certain construction time which can be significant if your roof is particularly large or complex.
When should a roof be replaced?
A roof does not necessarily have to be completely replaced. There may be only certain areas of the roof that need to be replaced or a few repairs that need to be made. A roof renovation is not necessarily necessary. If you are unsure of the future of your roof covering, the best thing to do is to contact a professional who will come and diagnose your roof.
In most cases, the replacement of the roof intervenes to renovate a roof that is out of breath: porous materials, infiltrations or leaks, sagging roof, mould... Indeed, the roof plays an important role in the protection of your home and you can't risk not replacing your roof.
A change of roof is planned and organized in advance, because you must:
Decide on your future coverage;
Study the possibilities with an architect or a roofer
Request and compare roof replacement quotes;
Consult the various organizations to find out if you are entitled to aid;
Take out a loan or put together your budget to finance the work.
Roof Sagging Situations
Unless a meteorite falls on your home, a healthy roof cannot sag overnight.
A roof can sag or warp, but only when the house is abandoned or when the frame or roofing is not maintained.
In this case, moss develops, the roof becomes porous, mold and water seep in, the insulation soaks up moisture and the frame rots until it becomes deformed. We inevitably end up with a disaster.
Obviously, a roof renovation represents a budget, sometimes more important than that of the construction of a new roof: it is necessary to remove the old cover, check the state of the frame, possibly renovate the screen and the insulation, check the condition of the zinc works, put on a new cover and finally transport the old one to the waste disposal centre.
All this therefore represents a certain construction time which can be significant if your roof is particularly large or complex.
When should a roof be replaced?
A roof does not necessarily have to be completely replaced. There may be only certain areas of the roof that need to be replaced or a few repairs that need to be made. A roof renovation is not necessarily necessary. If you are unsure of the future of your roof covering, the best thing to do is to contact a professional who will come and diagnose your roof.
In most cases, the replacement of the roof intervenes to renovate a roof that is out of breath: porous materials, infiltrations or leaks, sagging roof, mould... Indeed, the roof plays an important role in the protection of your home and you can't risk not replacing your roof.
A change of roof is planned and organized in advance, because you must:
Decide on your future coverage;
Study the possibilities with an architect or a roofer
Request and compare roof replacement quotes;
Consult the various organizations to find out if you are entitled to aid;
Take out a loan or put together your budget to finance the work.
Roof Sagging Situations
Unless a meteorite falls on your home, a healthy roof cannot sag overnight.
A roof can sag or warp, but only when the house is abandoned or when the frame or roofing is not maintained.
In this case, moss develops, the roof becomes porous, mold and water seep in, the insulation soaks up moisture and the frame rots until it becomes deformed. We inevitably end up with a disaster.
Poor workmanship or poor installation of the roof by an unscrupulous company can also lead to subsidence or deformation. This is the case, for example, if the "professional" lays roofing materials that are too heavy on an unsuitable frame. It is important to call on qualified professionals, with a ten-year guarantee coverage for their work.
Finally, some parts of your roof structure may be in distress, either because wood-eating insects have invaded it, or because you have had leaks.
The wall plate (the horizontal wooden beam that sits just below the roof and divides the weight of the roof to the load-bearing walls) may be suffering and partially moldy or cracked.
In which case the carpenter or the roofer-carpenter who will come to do the repairs will have to remove the covering from your roof. If it is recent and in good condition, there is no reason to change the roof. If it is starting to date, this may be the opportunity to invest in a roof replacement budget, including coverage.
Other Situations In Which to Replace a Roof
However, there are a few cases in which you might have a roof in good condition and still want to replace it:
- - if your roof is fiber cement with asbestos and, despite its good condition, you want to remove the asbestos from your property, before selling it, for example;
- if you have to raise your house and redo the roof frame;
- if you have to change the frame or a damaged screen under the roof: in both cases, you will not escape having to completely dismantle the cover;
-if you want to make an external thermal insulation;
-if you have submitted an incorrect building permit and, according to the rules of your PLU, you are asked to change coverage (proximity to a historic monument, etc.);
-if you want to install solar panels on your roof.
Replace a Few Tiles or The Entire Roof?
Tiles generally last 10 to 15 years and then need to be changed.
If you only need to change a few tiles, no worries. If we are talking about 40 m², study the budget carefully with your roofer.
A roofer will charge an hourly rate for this work: from 40 to 65 £ per hour.
In some cases, a roof is replaced by covering it with another. But this must be reserved for certain very specific cases, such as metal roofs, fiber cement roofs with asbestos, or concrete.
An over-roof is possible from £50 to £60 per m2.
Roof elevation: a major project
Raising the roof is a great way to extend your home. We decide to raise our roof to enlarge the living space of our house, if we do not have enough land and if an excavation of the basement is not possible.
This operation consists of removing the roof, reassembling the load-bearing walls and installing a new roof. The operation is a heavy... and costly project.
Raising the roof is a great way to extend your home. We decide to raise our roof to enlarge the living space of our house, if we do not have enough land and if an excavation of the basement is not possible.
This operation consists of removing the roof, reassembling the load-bearing walls and installing a new roof. The operation is a heavy... and costly project.
Difference Between Raising a Roof and Roof Elevation
Whether you raise your roof or raise it, you increase the living space of the house vertically without taking up surface area on the ground. Nevertheless, the scale of the site is different in the event of raising or raising:
a Roof raising consists of gaining height for the attic, by a maximum of 1 meter. The height of the walls under the framework is completed, which makes it possible to develop previously uninhabitable attics. We do not touch the frame or the roof itself. This will be done, for example, to raise a roof for insulation.
an elevation of the roof refers to creating an additional floor. More than 2 meters in height are added.
You have to raise the roof and the frame… so put them down.
A partial roof elevation can be considered, only on part of the roof and the dwelling. In the case of an elevation of a flat roof house or an elevation of a roof terrace, the question does not arise: a total elevation is necessary.
How To Raise a Roof?
The elevation of the roof or elevation of the house takes place, in a very summarized way, according to the following stages:
1-Study of the project by an architect and/or an engineering office (structure, framework, total load, access, floors, etc.)
2-Request for authorization to raise the roof or for a building permit from the town hall beyond 40 m² of additional living space after the works. Otherwise, a work permit is sufficient.
3-Removal of the old roof, frame and cover.
4-Elevation of load-bearing walls (house elevation).
5-Insulation repair.
6-Installation of the roof and accessories.
7-Roof insulation repair.
The elevation of the roof or elevation of the house takes place, in a very summarized way, according to the following stages:
1-Study of the project by an architect and/or an engineering office (structure, framework, total load, access, floors, etc.)
2-Request for authorization to raise the roof or for a building permit from the town hall beyond 40 m² of additional living space after the works. Otherwise, a work permit is sufficient.
3-Removal of the old roof, frame and cover.
4-Elevation of load-bearing walls (house elevation).
5-Insulation repair.
6-Installation of the roof and accessories.
7-Roof insulation repair.
How much does it cost to raise a roof?
A roof raising site includes structural work and finishing work. Several trades are involved and the intervention requires large handling and lifting equipment. The budget for your roof elevation is therefore substantial.
The price of a roof elevation is between £1,800 and £3,800 per m² added.
Beyond 150 m² added, you also have the obligation to involve an architect, which represents an additional cost.
On average, the price of a 60 m² house elevation is estimated at around €85,000. Depending on the type of roof and the finishes, this price can vary enormously.
For example, the price of an elevation with a wooden frame is lower than an elevation of masonry walls.
Roof Replacement Cost
Be aware that in any case, the price of replacing a roof, whatever the case, is always higher than the price of installing a new roof under construction.
On average, the price of a roof repair varies from 200 to 350 £.
The craftsmen will offer you a roof replacement quote including the removal of your old roof for an additional 25% of the cost of the work (on average £1,200).
In all cases, the roof replacement price depends on:
your old roof;
the scope of the work (cover only, frame, etc.);
new cover (material);
your roof area;
the complexity and access to the site;
other elements related to the roof (gutter, channels, etc.);
prices charged by the craftsman.
Replace a Roof Yourself To Save Money
If you are used to working at height and are a good handyman, you can decide to remove your old roof yourself.
In this case, you will obviously make sure to respect the safety instructions and to agree with the roofer on the state in which you will have to leave your roof for the arrival of the roofer.
Shingles (wood or shingle) retreat horizontally, not vertically. The first step, namely removing the ridge, remains the same. The rolls of shingle are very heavy, you will have to carry them with two people.
You will probably need to rent a basket and a skip for the evacuation of your rubble: count 300 to 500 € per day of equipment rental. Most of the necessary tools will need to be purchased.
If you are not comfortable with this kind of work, it is strongly advised to leave it to a professional. Adding up the tasks (removal, screen, roofing and zinc work, for example) will allow you to obtain attractive rates. What's more, a craftsman has a ten-year guarantee to insure the site.
Do not remove an asbestos fiber cement roof yourself: this work should be left to an asbestos removal company
If you are used to working at height and are a good handyman, you can decide to remove your old roof yourself.
In this case, you will obviously make sure to respect the safety instructions and to agree with the roofer on the state in which you will have to leave your roof for the arrival of the roofer.
Shingles (wood or shingle) retreat horizontally, not vertically. The first step, namely removing the ridge, remains the same. The rolls of shingle are very heavy, you will have to carry them with two people.
You will probably need to rent a basket and a skip for the evacuation of your rubble: count 300 to 500 € per day of equipment rental. Most of the necessary tools will need to be purchased.
If you are not comfortable with this kind of work, it is strongly advised to leave it to a professional. Adding up the tasks (removal, screen, roofing and zinc work, for example) will allow you to obtain attractive rates. What's more, a craftsman has a ten-year guarantee to insure the site.
Do not remove an asbestos fiber cement roof yourself: this work should be left to an asbestos removal company
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