{"id":82,"date":"2017-02-01T10:41:24","date_gmt":"2017-02-01T10:41:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page&p=82"},"modified":"2020-03-20T11:14:24","modified_gmt":"2020-03-20T11:14:24","slug":"pitched-roofing","status":"publish","type":"project_page","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/advice\/guide\/roofing\/pitched-roofing\/","title":{"rendered":"Pitched Roofing"},"content":{"rendered":"

The pitched roof is a very common roof design. Most houses have pitched roofs, and many commercial buildings have them too. There are lots of different sorts of roofing material; these vary in lifespan, durability, price and style.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The pitched roof is a very common roof design. Most houses have pitched roofs, and many commercial buildings have them too. There are lots of different sorts of roofing material; these vary in lifespan, durability, price and style.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":134,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[42],"class_list":["post-82","project_page","type-project_page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-roofing"],"acf":{"quote_link":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/quotes.html?id_form=24&sqn=115897&spn=810","project_page_element_title":"Pitched Roof Materials","project_page_elements":[{"element_label":"Concrete Tiles","link_to_element_post":{"ID":83,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-02-01 10:46:53","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-01 10:46:53","post_content":"Nowadays, there are a large number of pitched roofing materials available. These include concrete tiles, clay tiles, slate and shingles.\r\n\r\nConcrete tiles can be a great choice of material for your roof. They\u2019re popular for their versatility, as they come in lots of different shapes, colours and styles. They can also last a very long time.\r\n\r\nBut is concrete the best material for your pitched roof? We\u2019ve put together a list of its pros and cons to help you decide.\r\n\r\n

Pros<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

Low maintenance<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are low maintenance. Concrete is very hard and difficult to damage, so it\u2019s unlikely that you\u2019ll need to do any repair work. Generally, the most maintenance concrete tiles require is cleaning every so often to remove moss and mildew.\r\n\r\n
Long lasting<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are long lasting. If they\u2019re installed and maintained correctly they can last for over 50 years.\r\n\r\n
Fire resistant<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are fire resistant. This will reduce the damage that a fire could cause to your property.\r\n\r\n
Versatile<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are versatile. They\u2019re available in a variety of shapes and colours. Many homeowners use concrete tiles to create attractive multi-coloured patterns on their roofs.\r\n\r\nConcrete tiles can also be made to resemble other materials, like wood, slate and shingle.\r\n\r\n
Relatively environmentally friendly<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are relatively environmentally friendly. This is because concrete is made out of natural materials. So although it\u2019s not biodegradable, concrete is eco-friendly because its ingredients do not need environmentally-damaging factory production. \r\n\r\n

Cons<\/h3>\r\n\"\"\r\n

Heavy<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are very heavy. So before you install them you\u2019ll need to make sure your roof is strong enough to support them. Often roofs will need to be reinforced before concrete tiles can be laid.\r\n\r\n
Breakable<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are breakable. Although hard and difficult to damage, heavy hail or branches falling on them can break them. They will also break if you stand on them or they fall off your roof.\r\n\r\n
Susceptible to weathering<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles are susceptible to weathering. Although they are very hard, they can be affected by large amounts of rain. Concrete tiles can absorb water, which leads to the development of stains and moss and mildew growth.\r\n\r\n
Not completely wind resistant<\/h5>\r\nConcrete tiles aren\u2019t completely wind resistant. Although they have high wind resistance compared to other roofing materials, they can still be dislodged in high winds.\r\n\r\nSo now you should know a bit more about concrete tiles and whether they\u2019re right for you and your roof. To find a roofer to install concrete tiles, fill in our online form. We\u2019ll connect you with up to 4 professionals in your local area. Or to learn more about other pitched roofing materials, take a look at our information on clay tiles, slate and shingles.","post_title":"Concrete Tiles","post_excerpt":"Concrete tiles are a very versatile roofing material. They come in lots of different designs and colours. They are made from natural materials, and are typically durable and long lasting. ","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"concrete-tiles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-10-29 17:03:57","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-29 17:03:57","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=83","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Clay Tiles","link_to_element_post":{"ID":84,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-02-01 10:51:15","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-01 10:51:15","post_content":"Clay tiles are a popular pitched roofing material. Favoured in Mediterranean countries, clay tiles are often seen as a stylish and attractive option. They also have the advantages of being long lasting and low maintenance.\r\n\r\nBut clay tiles are not suitable for all pitched roofs and have disadvantages that other roofing materials don\u2019t have. To help you decide if you want clay tiles on your pitched roof, we\u2019ve compiled a list of their pros and cons.\r\n\r\n

Pros<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

Long lasting<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are long lasting. If they\u2019re installed properly and you maintain them correctly, your roof could last over 50 years.\r\n\r\n
Low maintenance<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are low maintenance. They may need washing periodically if they develop moss or mildew growth, but this is very unlikely.\r\n\r\n
Weather and Fire Resistant<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are weather and fire resistant. This reduces the risk of fire damage to your property and lowers the chances that your tiles will need replacing.\r\n\r\n
Versatile<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are versatile. Clay comes in whites, yellows, oranges and browns, and can be coated in enamel to make even more colours. Clay tiles are also available in lots of different shapes and sizes.\r\n\r\n
Environmentally friendly<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are relatively environmentally friendly. This is because they\u2019re made out of natural material. Clay does not need to be manufactured and can be recycled easily.\r\n\r\n

Cons<\/h3>\r\n\"\"\r\n

Heavy<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles are heavy. Although significantly lighter than concrete tiles, clay tiles will still put a large amount of pressure on your roof. This means they\u2019re not suitable for weaker structures and your roof may need reinforcing before you install them.\r\n\r\n
Brittle and breakable<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles can become brittle in cold temperatures. This is because repeated freezing and thawing weakens the material. Brittle tiles are more likely to break if put under pressure.\r\n\r\nEven in warmer climates, clay tiles are still fragile and prone to breaking. This means that clay tiled roofs are not suitable for walking on.\r\n\r\n
Not completely wind resistant<\/h5>\r\nClay tiles aren\u2019t completely wind resistant. Although they have high wind resistance compared to other roofing materials, they may still move about or fall off your roof in high winds.\r\n\r\nSo clay tiles have several advantages and disadvantages. If you want to install clay tiles on your roof and are looking for a professional to do it, fill in our online form. We\u2019ll put you in touch with up to 4 roofers in your local area. \r\n\r\nOr if you want to know more about other pitched roofing materials, take a look at our information on concrete tiles, slate and shingles.","post_title":"Clay Tiles","post_excerpt":"Clay tiles are a popular roofing material. They have strong aesthetic appeal; they come in lots of different shapes and shades, and can be used to create impressive patterns. They are strong and long lasting, and good quality examples are available second hand.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"clay-tiles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-10-29 17:03:37","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-29 17:03:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=84","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Slate","link_to_element_post":{"ID":85,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-02-01 10:52:59","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-01 10:52:59","post_content":"If you want to re-roof or install a new pitched roof, you\u2019ll need to decide what roofing material you\u2019re going to use. There are several to choose from, including concrete tiles, clay tiles, slate and shingles.\r\n\r\nSlate is a popular choice of pitched roofing material for several reasons. It\u2019s long lasting, environmentally friendly and can look very attractive. But it also has its disadvantages. To give you all the facts and help you choose a roofing material, we\u2019ve made a list of slate\u2019s pros and cons.\r\n\r\n

Pros<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

Long lasting<\/h5>\r\nSlate is long lasting. If it\u2019s installed and maintained correctly it can easily last over 75 years. This is significantly longer than other pitched roofing materials, like concrete tiles, clay tiles and shingles.\r\n\r\n
Fire and weather resistant<\/h5>\r\nSlate is fire resistant. This means that it can reduce your property\u2019s risk of fire damage. It\u2019s also unaffected by weathering. Slate is a hard rock that doesn\u2019t absorb water, so hail, rain and cold weather won't damage it.\r\n\r\n
Environmentally friendly<\/h5>\r\nSlate is environmentally friendly as it\u2019s a natural material. This means that it doesn\u2019t contribute to global warming through factory production. It's also recyclable.\r\n\r\nInstalling a slate roof also reduces waste. Slate lasts for such a long time that it reduces the amount of roofing material you would throw away if you replaced a roofing material with a shorter lifespan multiple times.\r\n\r\n
Wind resistant<\/h5>\r\nSlate is generally wind resistant. This means that strong winds are unlikely to dislodge slate tiles and your roof will stay intact for longer.\r\n

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Attractive appearance<\/h5>\r\nSlate has a naturally attractive appearance. It complements a variety of different building styles and ages, and comes in a range of colours. These include black, grey, green and purple. It\u2019s also available in a range of thicknesses, shapes and sizes.\r\n\r\n

Cons<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

Heavy<\/h5>\r\nSlate is very heavy. So it\u2019s unsuitable for weak roofs and may mean that you need to reinforce your roof before laying slate tiles.\r\n\r\n
Expensive<\/h5>\r\nSlate is expensive. It costs significantly more than other pitched roofing materials, like concrete and clay tiles.\r\n\r\n
Needs overlapping to be waterproof<\/h5>\r\nSlate tiles need to overlap to create a waterproof, fully-functioning roof. Slate roofs are also generally more complicated to lay and take longer to install than other types of roof. This isn\u2019t a problem for a skilled roofer, but it\u2019s a good idea to hire a professional who specialises in slate roofs or has at least installed them before. This will ensure that your slate roof is waterproof, but it can cost you more money.\r\n\r\nSo now you should know more about slate and its pros and cons. If you want a slate roof and are looking for someone to install it, we can help. Fill in our online form and we\u2019ll connect you with up to 4 roofers in your local area. Or if you want to know more about other roofing materials, take a look at our information on clay tiles, concrete tiles and shingles.\r\n","post_title":"Slate","post_excerpt":"Slate is another popular roofing material. It\u2019s often used because of its significantly long lifespan, and its ability to withstand dramatic temperature changes. It\u2019s a traditional roofing material, and comes in a variety of colours as well as the usual grey. ","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"slate","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-10-29 17:17:43","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-29 17:17:43","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=85","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Shingles","link_to_element_post":{"ID":91,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-02-01 11:07:57","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-01 11:07:57","post_content":"Pitched roofs are a common sight. The vast majority of houses and bungalows in the UK have pitched roofs. The chances are that if you're a homeowner, you'll need to replace or install a new pitched roof at some point.\r\n\r\nThere are a large number of pitched roofing materials available, including concrete tile, clay tile, slate and wood shingle. These vary in appearance, weight and longevity. As you may have your roof for a long time, it\u2019s important that you choose a material that suits both you and your roof.\r\n\r\nWood shingles are a popular pitched roofing material. They\u2019re often used because they\u2019re environmentally friendly and attractive. \r\n\r\nBut are they right for your roof? We\u2019ve put together a list of their pros and cons to help you decide.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pros<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

Relatively lightweight<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles are relatively lightweight. So you can install them even if you have a fairly weak roof. Shingles contrast with concrete tiles, clay tiles and slate, which are all a lot heavier.\r\n\r\n
Wind resistant<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles are wind resistant. They should usually stay on your roof in high winds and storms.\r\n\r\n
Environmentally friendly<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles are environmentally friendly. As wood is a natural material, its production does not release gases that damage the environment like other roofing materials. It\u2019s also biodegradable.\r\n\r\nTo be as environmentally friendly as possible, try to source your wood shingles from sustainable woodland. This means that by using shingles you won\u2019t contribute to deforestation.\r\n\r\n
Attractive<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles are attractive, particularly on the roofs of period properties. They come in a variety of shades and you can colour coordinate them with your home. They also come in different shapes and sizes.\r\n\r\n

Cons<\/h3>\r\n

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Short lifespan<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles have a relatively short lifespan. If they\u2019re maintained properly and installed correctly they can last around 25 years. This is considerably less than roofs made of concrete tiles, clay tiles and slate.\r\n\r\n
Poor fire resistance<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles are not particularly fire resistant. This is due to the fact that wood is a very flammable material. You can buy shingles that have been treated with fire retardant, but these tend to be more expensive and darker-coloured. Some fire retardants will also need reapplying periodically.\r\n\r\n
Need maintenance<\/h5>\r\nWood shingles need maintenance. If exposed to large amounts of rain or a damp environment, they can develop rot and mould and mildew growth. So if you have a wood shingles roof, it\u2019s important to keep your roof clean and clear of debris to prevent this. You can also apply sealers and inspect your roof regularly to reduce damage.\r\n\r\nSo wood shingles have both advantages and disadvantages. If you want to install a wood shingle roof and need a contractor, we can help. Fill in our online form and we\u2019ll put you in touch with up to 4 roofers in your local area. Or if you want to know more about other pitched roofing materials, take a look at our information on concrete tiles, clay tiles and slate.\r\n","post_title":"Shingles","post_excerpt":"Shingles are usually made of cedar, or another rot resistant wood like redwood. When first applied to roofs it\u2019s a golden-brown colour, and weathers to a slivery-grey unless treated. Although it needs more maintenance than other roofing materials, it\u2019s popular due to its attractive, natural look.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"shingles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2019-10-29 17:16:58","post_modified_gmt":"2019-10-29 17:16:58","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/advice.quotatis.co.uk\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=91","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}}],"standard_and_laws":[{"standard_and_laws_link":{"ID":93,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2017-02-01 11:14:51","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-01 11:14:51","post_content":"If you want to do home improvement work, there are a number of regulations you need to be aware of. These include planning regulations.\r\n\r\nPlanning regulations are enforced by your local planning authority. If you want to alter or install a pitched roof you may need to apply for planning permission from your local planning authority. Read on to find out more about planning permission and if you need it for your pitched roof.\r\n\r\n

What\u2019s Planning Permission?<\/h3>\r\n\r\nApplying for planning permission is a process you might need to go through before doing some types of building work. You\u2019ll need to make your application to your local planning authority.\r\n\r\nOnce your local authority has received your application, the first thing they\u2019ll do is check if the work you want to do actually needs planning permission. If it does, they\u2019ll look at national and local guidelines to help them work out whether to grant it to you. Whether you obtain planning permission or not could depend on the size, look, use and access of what you\u2019re planning to build. Your local planning authority may also think about how it will affect others living in the area.\r\n\r\n

Do I need planning permission to change or install a pitched roof?<\/h3>\r\n\r\nYou don\u2019t have to apply for planning permission to change or install a pitched roof on a house as long as:\r\n