An overview of preparation, construction and handover. The exact sequence depends on your property, design and scope. Structural work and installations require a project-specific assessment.
Roof renovation in 10 steps
Inspection
Assess damage, roof details and signs of moisture.
Repair or replace
Establish whether repair or replacement is appropriate.
Quote
Specify the layers, insulation, edges and drainage.
Preparation
Arrange safe access and plan for weather conditions.
Removal
Remove the agreed existing layers in a controlled way.
Substrate
Assess the roof deck and supporting structure.
Insulation
Install insulation and vapour control layers to the design.
Roof covering
Install the new waterproof layer and details.
Connections
Complete drainage, roof edges and penetrations.
Handover
Inspect the work and explain maintenance requirements.
Which documents should you keep?
Keep the agreed scope, drawings, calculations where applicable, material specifications and handover notes together. This provides a clear record of the work for future reference.