Unfortunately this is an option that we are unable to provide. We decided to use opal multiwall polycarbonate panels because of their high thermal performance, although it is 25mm thick compared with only 16mm that most competitors use. We are more than happy to offer a no quibble 10 year guarantee for the conservatory.

It depends on the type and size of the greenroof. Most homeowners could check a flat or low pitch greenroof. A roofing professional should if it is too large or intensive – you can include a maintenance agreement of at least twice per year with the greenroof contractor/greenroof company. Or you can work out an arrangement with the roof maintenance staff of your building.

Yes, although we do not recommend the application of our product by a novice do-it-yourselfer. By following our detailed installation instructions, an experienced do-it-yourselfer can install Springhouse Shingles with relative ease.

Yes, broken glass exists, but it is not "all over the place" even on city streets. Unless it's a recent breakage, it gets kicked or swept into cracks, against walls, or right against curbs and isn't strewn about. For the little glass that does remain, again, just watch where you're going! But, for the seasoned barefooter with tough, thick soles, most broken glass is not a problem even if you step directly on it. The following paragraph was contributed by Neil Kelley.

Roofing materials are not restricted. The roof structure is attached to the SRE walls via a metal tie-down rod embedded 600mm into the wall. The mass of the walls ensures an excellent fixing system.

Glass has been made by humans for about 4,500 years, and it generally consists of silica (sand), potassium or soda, lime....

Brush off all loose debris and scrape off any large deposits of moss or algae. Apply the solution with a pump sprayer to cool shingles! If the shingles are in sunlight, the solution will evaporate before it can work. Keep the roof surface wet with the solution for at least 30 - 45 minutes. Scrub lightly with a broom or brush and rinse well with water. Try a test section first using just one quart of solution. If it is still stained, boost the concentration to 8 ounces per gallon of water.

Bats often roost under eves at night and leave early in the morning before sunrise. During the day they roost in and among cracks, crevices, foliage, caves, and other manmade objects like attics, barns, and abandoned buildings where it is quiet and less chance of disturbance. Never attempt to touch or forcefully remove a bat from your home. The best method is to make your home less appealing. First try using bright lights in the area that they prefer to roost.

Liquid Roof? is a liquid version of EPDM rubber marketed for the RV industry. It cures by chemical reaction at ambient (ordinary) temperatures to form a flexible rubber membrane. A pre-measured catalyst is added to the rubber compound before application. The liquid form makes it possible to apply EPDM rubber to many materials regardless of their shape.

Sooner or later, every roof needs to be replaced, usually due to the long-term effects of weathering. If a residential roof is more than 20 years old, it is a prime candidate for reroofing. To determine if you need a new roof: On the ground, walk around your home with binoculars and inspect your roof for cracked, curled or missing shingles, as well as any excessive loss of the protective mineral granules. DO NOT CLIMB ON THE ROOF; walking on the roof is dangerous and can damage your roof.

Metal is one of the most durable roofing products known to man. If you take the time to inspect your own roof, you will find that metal is used in all the difficult areas of the roof including the drip edges, valleys and flashings. Metal is used in these extremely demanding areas regardless of the material used on the rest of the roof. There is a reason for this: Metal can take it.

No, it is not noisy. The unique floating design of Springhouse Shingles incorporates a small air space between the shingles and the roof deck. This space minimises noise echoes and ensures that noise is not transferred through to the roof deck. Coupled with other building products: i.e. attic, air space, insulation and drywall, a Springhouse roof will sound no different than any other roofing material.

All inside corners and roof valleys need a deflector to insure no water run off. Screening may be used in place of the deflector, but it is recommended to use the deflector to insure proper water flow.

In many cases, Met-Tile can be installed directly over an existing roof. Ask your roofing contractor for further information. Though Met-Tile costs more "per square" than shingles, it is very cost- effective over time because it outlasts conventional roofing and requires little maintenance. After a number of years, panels can be repainted if desired, often eliminating the need for a far more costly roof replacement.

Cool roofs are highly reflective and emissive materials that stay 50 to 60 degrees F cooler in the summer sun, thereby reducing energy costs, improving occupant comfort, cutting maintenance costs, increasing the life cycle of the roof, and contributing to the reduction of urban heat islands and associated smog.

No. Getting to the lowest eave with a good quality camera will allow you to collect all of the data required to qualify a roof for a MoistureFree warranty.