When looking for a new roof, there are many things to take into consideration before choosing what material to go with. There’s a huge variety to choose from and each has it’s own benefits and drawbacks.
First, let’s look at what you should look for in a new roof.
When choosing your roof, you can either go for man-made materials (like plastic polymers) or natural products (like slate). Whichever you choose, you need to consider a number of elements to make sure your new roof is the right roof for your home:
How weatherproof is the roof?
Will it stand up against years of Irish weather?
Is your roof frame sturdy enough for the new material?
Is it in-keeping with the era your home was built?
How much will it cost?
Does it have enough slope?
Is it eco-friendly?
Does the material suit the design/architecture of your home?
When you’re considering your roofing options, don’t just consider the initial installation cost. Remember, sometimes the cheapest roof to install can end up costing you even more in the long term. With that in mind, let’s run through your options for your new roof.
Fibreglass Roofing
Benefits
An excellent option for ‘green’ roof projects
UV-resistant finishes in a variety of colours
100% waterproof solutions
Extremely lightweight
Cheap to install
Lower insurance costs
Reduced heat loss
No chemical run-off
Easily repaired and refurbished
Can be easily removed at the end of it’s lifespan and recycled
Drawbacks
Needs to be re-coated every five years
Required gaps around downlights/electric boxes reduces effectiveness
Slate Roofing
Benefits
Durable
Made from natural materials
Fire resistant
Drawbacks
Can be expensive
Heavy and requires reinforcement
Plastic Polymer Roofing
Benefits
Good wind resistance
Lightweight
Can be made to resemble wood or slates
Low maintenance
Long lasting
Drawbacks
Some plastic polymer roofs are not recyclable
Importance of Roof Repairs and Maintenance.
Why Roofing Repair is important when it comes too keeping your home in good order, roofing repair is extremely important…Also,a damaged roof can lead to damage in the other parts of your house.A leaky roof can allow water to enter your home and accumulate where it shouldn’t, which can lead to Mould and other problems.
Benefits
Ultimate Protection.The roof on your home is the ultimate protection for you family and everything inside.
Save Money
Add value too your home
Drawbacks
Leaking water into home
Short lifespan
High maintenance costs
Concrete Tile Roofing
Benefits
Made from natural materials
Long lasting
Fire resistant
Drawbacks
Heavy and requires reinforcement
With all this in mind, it can be pretty difficult to decide what the right option for your new roof installation is. D.Hennessy Roofing has been serving the people of Dublin for over 25 years. We are fully licensed, insured and certified Dublin roofers.
When you choose D.Hennessy Roofing, you can rest assured your roof is in the right hands. Call us now on (01) 830 4004