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  • Renting scaffolding to replace five or six roof shingles

    I am thinking of replacing some roof tiles. I only need to replace about five to six shingles. Should I rent scaffolding for safety or will I be okay without it?

    Asked by Kamil on 17th Aug 2020
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    Stone-coated steel roof material

    What are the pros and cons of stone-coated steel roofing material? I am considering having such materials added to my roof but I want to know first what its advantages and disadvantages are? What about the cost? How durable it is and so forth? Thanks for your time and I look forward to your response.

    Asked by Everson on 29th Apr 2021
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    What is the most elastic roofing on the market

    What are the most elastic types of roofing on the market and when would an elastic roof be suitable?

    Asked by Sarath on 16th May 2022
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    Can you fit a dry ridge system on an old roof?

    We've been told that our ridge tiles are loose and need sorting. Is it possible to add a dry ridge system to an older roof or does it need extra work? Don't want to waste money here

    Asked by Abdul on 18th Sep 2025
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    When to use scaffolding for DIY work?

    How can I tell when it is best practice to hire scaffolding as opposed to using a ladder to access a roof for DIY work? Is it related to the extent of the work? How about the height of the house? Are there any other factors I should consider?

    Asked by Greg on 14th Oct 2020
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    Using tiles below minimum recommended pitch

    Is it ever ok to use tiles at a pitch below the manufacturer's recommended minimum?

    Asked by Patrick on 8th Feb 2023
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    Warm Flat Roof Installation

    Hi, I have a cold flat roof with a desomopol covering. I want to upgrade it to a warm flat roof. Can this be done without removing all of the roof if I take out the insulation from below?

    Asked by Rick on 2nd Dec 2024
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    What’s the best roofing felt to use

    I'm confused about what my best options are here. What should I use?

    Asked by Karen on 3rd Sep 2025
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    Flashing installed wrong

    How can I tell if flashing has been installed incorrectly? I performed the work as a DIY job but now I am uncertain if the flashing was fitted completely right. How can I tell for sure either way?

    Asked by LAURA on 8th Sep 2020
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    What are the pros and cons of zinc guttering?

    What are the pros and cons of zinc guttering?

    Asked by Greg on 27th May 2022
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