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  • How many top coats do you need on a fibreglass roof

    About to tackle a small GRP roof and not sure if one top coat is enough or if I should be doing two. What’s the usual?

    Asked by Elly on 17th Sep 2025
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    Sourcing a 26 foot garage roof

    Is it hard to source a 26 feet garage roof? Where might I get one?

    Asked by Sarath on 18th Aug 2022
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    How long does roofing felt last under tiles?

    Had a roofer mention the felt might be perished. How long is it meant to last under tiles before it starts causing problems?

    Asked by Claire Kate on 22nd Sep 2025
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    constructing a roof

    We are having the frame made off site, how long should it take to erect the roof

    Asked by Jackie on 9th May 2022
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    Can EPDM rubber be tiled?

    Hi, I’m curious as to whether it’s possible to have a roofer tile over EPDM rubber roofing or not? Thanks for your time.

    Asked by Abdul on 17th May 2022
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    Minimum roof pitch for using tiles

    I’m looking at putting tiles on a small roof but not sure how steep it needs to be. Is there a general rule or does it depend on the type of tile?

    Asked by Akinfolayan on 25th Aug 2025
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    When should an EPDM roof be installed?

    Is it okay to have an EPDM roof installed during the winter months or should it be done during the warmer parts of the year? Does it matter when at all?

    Asked by June on 17th May 2022
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    Power washing and coating of the 71m2 roof mid terraced house

    Hello I have been quoted £3000 for power washing pointing where nesssary and coating of the 71m2 roof is that not to much ?

    Asked by Lukasz on 3rd Oct 2023
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    Cost to replace asbestos garage roof

    I’ve got an old asbestos garage roof that needs replacing. What’s the typical cost to have it safely removed and a new one fitted?

    Asked by Joyce on 7th Sep 2025
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    Length of Eaves Tray

    Should eaves trays/eaves protection run the full length of the fascia?

    Asked by Katy on 24th Sep 2025
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