New Roofs

Traditional Roofs

Traditional roofing systems can be defined as roof coverings using traditional materials, If your roof is covered with slates or tiles, you will need an experienced roofer that is suitably trained in traditional roofing methods.

Cut Roofs

This type of roof consists of rafters and joists. The joists prevent the outward spread of the rafters/walls, and conveniently give support for the ceiling below.

The rafters are the main load bearing elements of the roof. They span from the wallplate to the ridge board, providing a platform for the underlay, battens and tiles.

The size of rafter timbers will depend upon their length from the wall plate to the ridge, the type of roof covering and whether purlings and incorpated in the roof.

The rafters are supported by purlins, which act as beams providing support to the rafters, the purling are supported by struts, which in turn are supported on an internal load bearing wall. The collar ties are used to connect the rafters, preventing them from spreading outwards, the collar ties are hangers and are use to improve the overall strength and stability of the roof.