The Advantages Of Roof Domes

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Natural light is the best way to light a room for many reasons. It saves you electricity, It is environmentally friendly, natural light has a soft brightness that everybody’s eyes can adjust to, these are all great reasons and why you should consider installing Roof Domes to let natural light into your property.

Roof Domes are unique in that they are robust, built in a way which is safe and secure. You need not worry about glass windows being broken into, with the use of roof domes, the security of your property is maintained to a high standard.

Available in many different styles, with the option to chose between clear and obscure transparency, Roof Domes can be fitted on any property.

Roof Domes can also be layered in a unique fashion. Using multiple layers of Roof Domes increases thermal efficiency within a property. For example when installing a Roof Dome over a communal area it may be wised to use multiple layers to keep the heat in. Where as over a garage, thermal efficiency is less important so using just one may suffice.

 

 

Save Thousands in Water Bills With These Leak Detection Methods

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In most cases, the water line connected to your home has a meter for the purposes of billing and accountability. A leak on your line can cost you hundreds of dollars per year, especially if it goes on for a long time without being detected. Early detection and repair of leaks can greatly help to prevent future catastrophic damages to your property, and save you lots of money in water bills.

If you’ve noticed unexplained increases in your water bill recently without changing your water usage, it could be due to a leak. Here are some leak detection methods to help you detect any leaks inside and outside of your home.

Monitor Your Water Bill

One of the methods to detect leaks in your home is through monitoring your water bill. When you know the average amount of water you household uses, it’ll be easier for you to know if you’re consuming too much water. Read more →

Sealing Concrete Roof Tiles

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To limit your roof tiles from damage, leaks and for just maintaining the aesthetics of the roof in general we recommend that you seal your concrete roof.

To seal your concrete roof tiles, you will need;

  1. Acrylic masonry surface cleaner
  2. Airless spray system
  3. Ladder
  4. Paintbrush

You need to fill the spray system’s reservoir with acrylic masonry surface cleaner and then connect the system to nearest electrical socket. You may need an extension due to the distance between your electric socket and roof. Start spraying at the top edge from one side of the roof, spraying the sealer in a calm motion. Move downwards and make sure that the spraying overlaps the edge of the already sprayed area. Once the whole roof is done,  allow the sealer to dry for a minimum of two hours. If the sealer is dry, apply another coating of sealer and then wait again till dry.

Choosing A Skylight – The Options You Should Consider

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Skylights are windows which are placed-on the roof. They’re used to allow or let natural light enter, and may also be used-to allow in ventilation. Usually, there are certain factors which one needs to consider when selecting a skylight. These factors can include; placement, size, energy efficiency, type and functionality.

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When choosing a skylight, the size is a key factor since if the size is large then it’ll bring in a lot of heat and light. Usually, the rule says that the skylight will brighten the room 20 times its’ size. Another factor which is just as-important is placement of a skylight. Placing the skylight where there’s lots of sun exposure may lead to the house/room getting over-heated, especially in the warm climates. Basically, a eastern or northern exposure-position is recommended.

Energy efficient window-selection is also very important when you are installing your skylight. Glazing is 1 method of enhancing energy savings. Skylight glazing usually comes in glass or plastic, however, other solar heat control glazing are also available. Plastic-glazing is usually inexpensive, and much sturdier than the other glazing materials. But, plastic glaze lets ultraviolet rays inside, which may result in the discoloration of the objects that are inside a room. Glass skylight-glaze are much more expensive, however, they’re also much more durable & they do not discolor. Read more →

The Easiest Way To Change A Roof Tile

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The replacement of roof tiles is a common occurrence, with many households needing replacements due to cracked tiles, or the tile doing a disappearance act! Instead of paying for a professional to do the job, why not do it yourself? All you need is the appropriate tile and a tall enough ladder.

To get the correct tile, take a tile with you or a photo of the tile to a roofing supplier, who should be able to find you the right match.

Once you have the tile, it’s time to get onto the roof. Use a stable ladder and for extra precaution, have someone spot you below. If you feel as if the roof isn’t safe, then please do not go any further and contact a professional.

When you get to the broken tile, use two pieces of timber to hold up the tiles that overlap the broken/missing one. When sufficient space is made, use a brick trowel and lift up the broken tile and then slide it out.

Place your replacement tile in the correct position using the brick trowel and then make sure to place the overlapping tiles back into their original position.