Roofing Materials
Chimney Sweep Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
How much does a chimney sweep cost in the UK in 2026? From £60 for an open fire to £130 for an AGA, plus CCTV and nest removal prices.
Guide · Updated 16 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
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Tiles, slate, membranes, battens and flat-roof systems.
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Slate Roof Tiles: Types, Cost & Lifespan
Natural vs synthetic slate compared on cost, lifespan, weight and looks — UK prices per m², installation costs and how to choose.
Guide · Updated 16 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Roof Inspection Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Roof inspection costs in the UK range from £100–£400 depending on roof size and access method. Full guide to what's included, who to hire, and when to book.
Guide · Updated 2 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Truss Roof Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Truss roof costs in 2026: fink trusses supply at £30–£60 each; fully installed on a typical house from £5,000–£14,000. See material options and comparisons.
Guide · Updated 1 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
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Barge Boards, Fascias & Soffits: Cost & Replacement
UK cost guide to replacing barge boards, fascias and soffits in 2026 — uPVC vs timber, installation prices per metre, and what affects the total.
Guide · Updated 29 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
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Roof Felt (Underlay) Replacement: Cost & Signs It's Failing
How to spot failing roof felt underlay, what replacement costs in the UK in 2026, and what modern breathable membrane offers over traditional bitumen felt.
Guide · Updated 23 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
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Green Roofs & Living Roofs
Green roofs cost £60–£200 per m² installed. Learn the types, build-up layers, planning rules, drainage requirements, and maintenance for UK living roofs.
Guide · Updated 30 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
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Roof Window Sizes Explained (Velux Codes)
Decode Velux window size codes and find the right roof window dimensions. Covers standard UK sizes, centre-pivot vs top-hung, and rough opening requirements.
Guide · Updated 15 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
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Natural Slate vs Fibre-Cement Slate
Compare natural slate and fibre-cement slate roofing on lifespan, weight, cost per m², pitch limits and appearance for UK renovation projects.
Guide · Updated 10 Jun 2026 · 5 min read
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Velux & Roof Windows: Sizes, Cost & Fitting
Complete UK guide to Velux and roof windows — standard sizes, installation costs, planning rules, Building Regs requirements and tips for choosing the right unit.
Guide · Updated 8 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
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Roofing Battens & Felt: Spec & Cost
UK roofing battens and felt specs: BS 5534 sizes, treated timber grades, breathable vs traditional felt types, and 2026 material costs per m².
Guide · Updated 4 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
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Ridge Tiles & Dry Ridge Systems
Compare mortar-bedded ridge tiles vs dry ridge systems for UK roofs. Costs, lifespan, pros and cons, when to re-bed, and whether dry ridge is worth the extra cost.
Guide · Updated 25 May 2026 · 7 min read
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Chimney Repair, Removal & Flashing Costs
UK chimney repair costs explained: repointing from £300, flashing replacement £250–£600, full removal £1,500–£3,500. What drives the price and when to act.
Guide · Updated 23 May 2026 · 7 min read
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Lead Flashing & Alternatives Explained
Lead flashing codes 3–5, valley, abutment and chimney details, plus GRP, Ubiflex and flashband alternatives — costs, lifespan and UK standards.
Guide · Updated 12 May 2026 · 5 min read
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Roofing Membranes & Breathable Felt Explained
Understand roofing underlays — breathable vs non-breathable felt, ventilation rules, costs per roll and m², and BS 5534 compliance for UK roofs.
Guide · Updated 3 May 2026 · 5 min read
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Skylights vs Roof Lanterns vs Roof Windows
Understand the difference between skylights, roof lanterns, and roof windows. Costs, planning rules, pros and cons, and which suits flat or pitched roofs in the UK.
Guide · Updated 29 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Fascias, Soffits & Bargeboards Explained
Understand fascias, soffits, and bargeboards: what they do, materials (uPVC vs wood vs aluminium), UK replacement costs, and when to replace rather than repair.
Guide · Updated 19 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Flat Roof Materials: EPDM vs GRP vs Felt
Compare flat roof systems — EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass, built-up felt and single-ply — on lifespan, cost per m², warm vs cold roof suitability and UK standards.
Guide · Updated 8 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Roof Tiles & Slates: Coverage, Fixings & Ventilation
How many tiles or slates per m² for each type, BS 5534 nailing and clipping rules, dry-fix systems, and eaves-to-ridge ventilation requirements.
Guide · Updated 4 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Roof Battens & Counter-Battens: Sizes & Grading
BS 5534 graded roof battens explained — sizes 25×50 mm and 38×25 mm, spacing by tile gauge, counter-batten purpose, treatment and UK costs.
Guide · Updated 2 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Clay vs Concrete Roof Tiles: Cost, Lifespan & Looks
Clay vs concrete roof tiles compared: weight, minimum pitch, expected lifespan, cost per m², appearance, and which to choose for UK residential roofs.
Guide · Updated 1 Apr 2026 · 8 min read