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Tips and guides about Roofers
Shed felt lasts 5–15 years, self-adhesive 15–20, quality torch-on up to 30 — and EPDM rubber up to 50. What each type costs per square metre, which jobs are genuinely DIY, and the maths that decides felt versus rubber on a garage roof.
Practical warning signs of rogue roofing traders in the UK, including doorstep cold-calling tactics, deposit rules, and how to check credentials before hiring anyone.
How often UK chimneys should be swept, what a sweep typically costs, which certifications to look for, and the carbon monoxide risk of skipping it.
What UK homeowners typically pay to have gutters cleaned, repaired or fully replaced, including fascia and soffit boards, and why regular cleaning matters.
A comparison of the three most common UK flat roofing systems — felt, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass — covering typical cost per square metre and expected lifespan.
What UK roofers typically charge for common repairs — slipped tiles, flashing, ridge work and leaks — and how much scaffolding adds to the bill.
A cost breakdown of full re-roofing in the UK by material and house size, covering concrete tile, clay tile and natural slate, plus what a quote should and should not include.