Roof tiles had better be slate that requires little maintenance but many factors stress them out in due course of time. Slate keeps out fire and water and that should be recommendation enough. Less energy is wasted and noise is insulated besides protection from winds, rain and snow. With a tiny carbon footprint, environmental duty is achieved and a relieved conscience is the result. If things do go wrong with that pretty slate roof amidst all the pressures, Roof Tile Repairs in Melbourne will do the needful in a jiffy. A maintenance contract would ensure that the future is taken good care of.

Welsh, Canadian, Spanish or Reclaimed slate?

As compared to traditional metallic or clay tile roofs, slate is a world of natural fantasy with a variety of attractive slates in varying shades. They come from neighboring countries and faraway destinations too with the aura of mystery and romance. It is a single lifetime and why not deck up the home or office with a few good things of life? Whether artworks, furniture or building materials, let them be good. The company takes the responsibility of installation, restoration and maintenance to get the slate roof revived and sparkling, strengthened and effective once again.

How is the restoration done?

A structure is prepared with pine battens to hold the tiles. Though slate itself may last a century, wood may be gradually destroyed by the elements and require replacement. Felt membrane and copper or steel nails are also used. Further, the mortar at the ridge and hip on the roof may be weakened by wetness and temperature fluctuations across the seasons. If the tiles are in good shape, they will be reinstalled after replacing the mortar or wood. The old mortar would be removed and redone. It is a process of re-bedding and re-pointing. If weather, accident or a falling tree damaged the tiles partially, calculations would be made to purchase the required number of new tiles.

Such a crisis situation leading to the expert Roof Tile Repairs in Melbourne also presents opportunities! Since slate tile roofs last indefinitely perhaps more than a lifetime, why not go in for refurbishment? Several shades of tiles in a part of the roof would bring many smiles and create fantasy worlds the family or business could celebrate every day. Red and green are some slate shades, purple and gray-black being preferred by many. Create collages, letters, names and logos with an inspiring message.

Chimney-related problems

When it comes to roof repairs, the chimney is vulnerable too. A comprehensive assessment of damage, materials needed and a repair quotation with the future covered in a maintenance contract would be the ideal solution. The damaged chimney may need re-pointing, re-capping, reapplying render and lead work. Chimneys could be checked if clearly visible and indications are cracks, missing flashings or flaking bricks. Other common issues are a cracked or missing crown, the weakening of lime mortar joints and missing chimney pots. If the mortar is frail, rain water is seeping in and the result could be rotting wood, stains, mold and mildew and roof damage.

Avoid postponement and get it fixed early before worsening situations cause bigger expenses and lead to a crisis.

Perhaps it is time for skylight and solar panel installations too

When several tasks are combined, it results in better management and money saving rather than taking them up one by one. While working on the roof, think carefully and add skylights and solar panels if that was the plan. People keep thinking and postponing such tasks and now the right time has come. In the hurry to minimize expenses, opportunities may be lost for further saving by combining projects. Velux windows suit residences and businesses equally well and the right option from the range would be fitted out, specific to the needs. Center pivot roof windows, top hung roof windows and the flat roof Velux windows are some types.

Energy efficiency and the future call for solar panels that gradually pay for themselves and bring many benefits. Coordination of the different services would be achieved for the best results without damage.

Start the ball rolling with Roof Tile Repairs in Melbourne and consider ways of resolving all the existing allied roof problems and installations for the best options and savings.