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Caption A pitched roof is made up of sloped rafters, felt, batten and finished with either slates or tiles.
A flat roof is made up of a three - layer felt system, and sealed with hot bitumen.
Which of the two choices you should go for is down to individuals preferance and budget, but system roofing will be happy to advise as to the best option.
Slating – Pitched roofs can be covered in a variety of materials, the most common being clay or slate tiles. Tiling can come in many colours and patterns, there are also several designs of ridge tiles available, which can be used to add a decorative look to your roof.
Tiling – Natural slate has a timeless appeal and a life-span measured in centuries. Fibre cement alternatives can also look good and are durable and fire resistant. Whatever the material, Grange have the experience to recommend the best looking and most suitable solution.
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Most houses of this period used lead to waterproof the junction between tiles and brickwork, or tile-to-tile junctions which are vulnerable to penetration by water
Soffits – Protects underneath the rafters.
Fascias – Supports guttering and tile edges and protects rafters.
Guttering – Gutters are installed to provide the correct gutter fall to allow rainwater to drain away efficiently.
Until the advent of gas heating in the 20th century, the only means of heating was by open fires and cast iron ranges. The chimney was an essential feature of Victorian and Edwardian houses.