Roofing Services

We have over 40 years of roofing experience and over that time we’ve dealt with virtually every roofing problem that a roofing company may have to deal with. As experienced roofing contractors we provide the same excellent standards of work on all roofing projects, whether you want a new pitched or flat roof installing on a new building or simply want an old building re-roofed or simply repaired we have the knowledge and experience to help.

For more information please call us on 01752 477044 we can offer helpful and useful advice and answer any questions you may have.

When choosing between roof trusses or traditional rafters and roof framing, it is important to understand the differences. One advantage of roof trusses is that they can be less expensive as they are manufactured and shipped directly to the construction site for assembly. Once there, they can generally be installed within a day, keeping construction costs down.

Cut roofs with traditional rafters allow more space underneath the roof and can be used to create cathedral ceilings or storage space within the rafters. They can also be altered or manipulated more easily later. If you are considering an attic living space in the future then a cut roof will definitely save you time and money later on.

Since our establishment, we have been providing customers across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall with quality slate roofing work, from complete large construction or roof replacement to minor repairs. Slates can be either natural or cement fibre. We use a huge range of slate types including Spanish, Brazilian, Delabole, Welsh and Chinese natural slates. This ensures we can give our customers the look they want for a price that fits their budget.

We undertake random diminishing slate roofs and our specialists in wet laid scantle slate roofs which involves using a lime mortar mix to bed slates onto a roof which then hang on an oak peg. We also use Cambrian slates which are manufactured from 60% recycled Welsh slates. Slates are fixed to the roof using nails or hooks and used on pitched or vertical elevations. We can source new or reclaimed slates and have carried out many projects in conservation areas where choices of slate have had to be sympathetic to the areas of natural beauty being worked upon.

While we all know that every building has a roof and the vast majority are covered with either slate, clay or concrete tiles, nearly all of which are taken for granted, until they leak. Over the last 40 years the tiled roofs have developed to such an extent that the simplicity of its function hides the sophistication of the interaction of each individual component. A roof covering takes the full punishment of our varied weather, be it rain, heat, snow, wind, sun, moss, algae or frost; not forgetting the man made punishment of pollution and environmental changes.

Over time repairs to or the replacement of a roof become necessary and when a problem does occur it can quickly become a major issue, which is why at PlymRoofing we never forget how important your roof is. So regardless of the size of the project, ridge tiles need replacing, a cracked tile or you are embarking on a small or major building project at PlymRoofing we take the time to understand your needs and recommend the most appropriate and cost effective solutions.

A Single Ply Membranes flexibility allows greater design freedom, this lightweight durable waterproofing membrane can be used to achieve complex roof shapes and difficult detailing onsite using trained and qualified installers. Single Ply offers safer installation as it is flame free, application is with cold applied adhesives or fasteners a huge health and safety benefit.

The main advantages when using Single Ply Roofing:
• The material lasts longer. Single ply membrane is made from a high quality plastic and rubber compound rather than bitumen. It is more durable and guaranteed for longer.
• A single ply membrane is more cost effective than traditional methods. In addition to lasting longer it is simpler and quicker to install, saving on labour costs.
• Fewer health and safety issues when fitting a Single Ply Membrane membrane over traditional methods because there is no need to heat chemicals to seal the roof.

PlymRoofing have over the years developed the skills and acquired the knowledge to become experts in the design and installation of roofing felt systems. Over the last 20 Years there have, as with all other roofing materials been huge advances in the durability and reliability of felt roofing systems.

Conventional bitumen build up roofing membrane have been used effectively for more than 100 years and are still popular today. With the latest flat roofing Systems, the waterproofing membrane is field fabricated with layers of bitumen, alternating with piles of reinforcing felt. The advances in technology of roof felts mean the latest flat roof systems have been known to perform long after their warranty has expired.

The principal benefit of a liquid applied and GRP roofs over traditional flat roof coverings is that there are no joints. We use glass fibre reinforced polymers for flat roofs that chemically fuse to the substrate and cure to form a tough, totally seamless and completely waterproof, flexible membrane that allows for natural structural movement.

For years bitumen based felt was one of the few choices available for flat roofing applications. With today’s advanced technology, it has become possible to create an ideal alternative. Replacement flat roofs are often constructed from maintenance free glass reinforced plastic (GRP), this material is stronger and more durable than any other flat roofing product in today’s market.

Asbestos roofs and Asbestos in general is only dangerous if you can breathe in, or ingest, the fibres (dust). Solid asbestos roofing material is very low risk. It becomes high risk if it is damaged or the surface deteriorates so that fibres are released either by material falling off or people brushing against it. It’s not usually until something goes wrong that you worry about your asbestos roofing, however as soon as there is a fault and fibres are exposed, you may find yourself in a dangerous situation with your asbestos roof which needs immediate attention to rectify it.

Our roofing technicians are trained to UKATA standards
UKATA sets standards in asbestos training and ensures that its members meet those standards and UKATA registered training is a legal requirement that all who may come across asbestos in their day to day work have been provided with asbestos awareness training.

Rarely will you encounter a home that does not have some form of leadwork on it, whether it’s on a chimney, valley, or the flashing on a single story extension. Lead is an integral part of your homes ability to remain watertight, with damaged or poorly installed leadwork, you will experience water penetration sooner or later.

At PlymRoofing we offer an extensive range of roofing services including replacing lead roofs and conducting leadwork repairs. We have a team of who are highly skilled in the fixing of rolled lead sheet to comply with the BS EN 12588 standard. We can offer a wide range of leadwork services.

Our replacement roof line installations are designed to stand the test of time a combination of our expert fitting teams and the fact that PlymRoofing only use the highest quality materials. We provide a full range of services for the improvement of your property regardless of whether it is for commercial or residential use. We can replace all types of fascias and soffits, cladding, bargeboards, guttering and down pipes and replace with similar materials or change them to something different.

Installing new fascias and soffit boards to your home or business protects the joist ends and rafters from inclement weather. Without this, old fascias and soffit boards can deteriorate and lead to damp, condensation and possible damage to your property. UPVC fascia and soffits save on repetitive maintenance and potential problems and they look aesthetically pleasing to the eye.

Velux Windows are one of the best know names in roof windows and skylights, they offer a versatile solutions, that will last for many years. PlymRoofing supply and fit different styles of Velux Windows, providing a wide range of options to best suit your home or business requirements.

Centre-Pivot Roof Windows This Velux window opens at the top of the window which gives you the ability to open and shut the window from head height, it’s position means you are able to utilise the space beneath the window.
Top-Hung Roof Windows With this type of Velux Window it opens and closes with a handle placed at the bottom of the window. Top-hung Velux roof windows are an excellent choice as observation points from the roofs.

PlymRoofing have carried out many metal clad roof replacements and refurbishments. Our in-depth experience and knowledge allows us to provide detailed survey reports and very competitive quotations for sheet lap, paneling replacement as well as complete strip & re-sheets or over-clads. We are usually able to carry out works of any type without affecting the daily running of your business through careful planning and safe working practices.

Thinking of re-roofing your industrial premises ? Want to keep costs down, consider over cladding your roof as a low-cost alternative. Refurbishment can be used to improve the environmental impact of the building, over cladding increases insulation, improve the aesthetics of your location as well as restoring any issues such as roof leak and small areas of damage. Metal Cladding roof refurbishment, over-cladding offers customers a cost-effective alternative to a complete replacement.

Over the years requirements have changed to the more sympathetic matching of already existing roof lines. This has caused the reclaim market to expanded rapidly. At PlymRoofing we have adapted to the needs of our commercial and residential customers and established a network of reclaimed slate and tile suppliers who have between them a stock of more than ½ million reclaimed roofing tiles and slates at any one time.

If your building is listed, in a conservation area, National Park or simply a unique design you may rest assured that PlymRoofing have the necessary management expertise and breadth of skills to ensure that your project is successfully completed to the highest professional standards.

We install and replace rooflights on commercial and domestic properties, from large warehouses or factories to one bed roomed flats. We can install or replace any type of rooflight on pitched or flat roofs, Including: GRP, PVC, polycarbonate single skin and insulated rooflights, single skin and insulated domed or barrel vaulted rooflights and sunpipes. Rooflights are generally replaced for two reasons either they have become discoloured and tinted or they have cracked due to over exposure of harmful UV rays.

On both commercial and residential property a rooflight can benefit a building in a number of ways, primarily they increase the volume of natural light let into a workspace or living environment, and can enhance the internal appearance which makes for a better working or living space. The environment also benefits as there is less need for artificial lighting cutting electricity bills and the strain on natural resources.