6 Reasons To Replace An Asbestos Roof

Maguire Brothers - 6 Reasons to Replace An Asbestos Roof

Asbestos, once favored for its durability and fire resistance, has been banned since 1999 due to its serious health risks. To comply with stringent health and environmental regulations and ensure the safety of your staff, replacing your asbestos roof may become necessary. While the initial cost of replacement may seem daunting, the long-term benefits often […]

Pitched Roof Inspections: Understanding Your Clients’ Needs

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It’s important to know what makes pitched roof inspections truly effective: understanding your roofing clients’ needs and the importance of a clear brief. Picture this: you’re gearing up for a new project, but before you even set foot on the roof, you’ve got to get inside the head of your client. Their needs, expectations, and […]

Shaping a Sustainable Future: The Path to Net Zero in Construction

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In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the construction industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. With the UK setting ambitious targets to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, construction firms are under mounting pressure to embrace green practices and revolutionise their approach to building. Despite the challenges facing the industry, there’s a tangible sense […]

Understanding the Importance of Insulating Replacement Flat Roofs

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In the world of building regulations, change is constant. One area where regulations have seen a significant shift is in the replacement flat roofs. In the past, refurbishment work, including flat roof replacements, often slipped under the regulatory radar. But not anymore! The New Rules Now, if you’re planning to refurbish more than a quarter […]

Flat to Pitched Roof Conversion: Enhancing Building Design and Durability

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So, let’s dive into the ins and outs of flat to pitched roof conversions. Flat roofs are not a conventional feature in traditional UK building design, except perhaps in the case of specific areas on churches or other architecturally significant buildings. Post-Second World War, the inclusion of flat roofs has gradually become more prevalent. However, […]

Will tensions in the Red Sea disrupt the construction industry?

will tensions in the Red Sea disrupt the construction industry

Tensions in the Red Sea, fuelled by Israel’s continued bombing of Palestine, may significantly disrupt the construction industry, especially in Europe. Disruptions in the trade route could spike oil prices (58% to 129%), raising energy costs. Supply chain interruptions may lead to delayed shipments, higher shipping rates, and longer delivery times, impacting the construction industry. […]

Residential Roofing in Sutton – Flat Roofing Transformation

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PROJECT CASE STUDY In our latest residential roofing project in Sutton, we completed a significant refurbishment aiming to revitalise three blocks of flats. The project involved removing old roof coverings, addressing structural issues, and implementing a complex insulation scheme. Project Overview Project Gallery Revitalising three blocks of flats in Sutton. £280,000 Contract Value PROJECT OVERVIEW […]

Pitched Roof Fixing Requirements For Different Slates & Tiles

Pitched Roof Fixing Requirements For Different Slates and Tiles

Pitched roof fixing requirements for slates & tiles are laid out in some detail in ‘ B.S.5534 The Code Of Practice For Slating and Tiling’ which is generally the go to source document. However, product development and innovation often moves much more quickly than the British Standards which are therefore unable to keep up. The […]

Essential Tips for Preventing Commercial Roof Leaks

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Roof maintenance often takes a back seat for many commercial property owners until a leak becomes evident. Unfortunately, by the time a leak happens, the associated costs, efforts, and time needed for repairs become significantly greater than if action had been taken earlier. This highlights the importance of understanding the causes of roof leaks in […]

Effect Of Freeze-Thaw On A Roof

A roof with snow on it that is suffering from freeze-thaw weathering

We take a look at impact of freeze-thaw on a roof, the weathering that can occur, and the solutions against cold weather on a roof. While snow isn’t a common occurrence in the whole of England, sub-zero temperatures very much are, so given the amount of rainfall commonly seen in winter months, the combination of rain and […]

2024 General Election: Impact on UK Construction.

What will this year’s general election mean for the UK construction industry? More than half the people who live on the planet live in a country which will hold an election in 2024. An estimated 2 billion people, in 70 countries, will be casting their votes, and that includes the UK. So what is the […]

Navigating Exemptions for Non-Insulated Roof Refurbishments

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When carrying out any significant roof level refurbishment, it presents an excellent opportunity to improve the thermal performance of a building, by either increasing the level of insulation, or improving the insulation in place. The UK government has set specific regulations regarding the insulation of roofs during refurbishment projects to increase energy efficiency and reduce […]

Friends Meeting House, Euston: A Comprehensive Approach to Listed Building Renovation

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PROJECT CASE STUDY Friends Meeting House – Listed Building Renovation In our latest listed building renovation project we partnered with the prestigious Friends Meeting House in Euston, London. It posed a unique challenge due to the historical significance and central London location of this grade II listed building. Occupied by varying numbers, ranging from 200 […]

A Week of Green Power: Portugal’s Record-Breaking Renewable Energy Achievement

A record-breaking renewable energy streak Portugal has recently reached a noteworthy milestone in energy production by establishing a record of six consecutive days relying solely on renewable sources. This included the complete array of electrical devices in homes and workplaces, all powered exclusively by wind, hydro, or solar energy. Within the timeframe from 4:00 AM […]

What is a head lap on a slate or tiled pitched roof?

When managing or overseeing a pitched commercial or large-scale re-roofing project, understanding and ensuring the correct head lap is being installed is crucial to ensuring the integrity of the roof. Here’s a high-level overview of what a head lap is and why ensuring its correctness is vital to the installation process. A ‘head lap’ refers […]

Spanish Slate Pitched Roof Refurbishment

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PROJECT CASE STUDY Spanish Slate Pitched Roof Refurbishment. Finding the sweet spot between tradition and modernity is no easy feat. Our work at this beautiful church in North London showcases this delicate balance, where our goal went beyond restoring to breathing new life into the structure while ensuring its lasting strength. Let’s delve into the […]

Queen Victoria Hospital Roofing in East Grinstead

Roofing in East Grinstead

PROJECT CASE STUDY Partnering with the iconic Queen Victoria Hospital was a source of immense pride for us. It is renowned for its contributions to reconstructive surgery and medical excellence since the 1930s. This project, spanning various facets of the roofing infrastructure, was meticulously executed to ensure operational efficiency, structural integrity, and occupant safety, aligning […]

Unmasking RAAC: Understanding Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete

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RAAC Defined RAAC stands for Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, a type of lightweight concrete that was developed in the 1920s as a lighter alternative to traditional concrete mixes. It gained popularity in the UK construction industry being used between the 1950s and into the 1990s. It was usually used to form reinforced concrete panels in […]

Are Construction Costs Stabilising?

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With interest rates rising for the 14th-consecutive time, the UK is on track to hold the (unwanted) title of the worst performing of all major world economies this year. There are, of course, many factors which feed in to this – the obvious being the tumultuous events of recent times, which have led to great […]

Solar Taskforce: What This Means For Your Commercial Projects

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Towards the end of May, we were interested to read about the establishment of a Government-backed Taskforce – one which seemed to have arrived with fairly little fanfare. While it sounds (to us at least) like it could be the unimaginative name of some fighting force within a Sci-Fi novel, the Solar Taskforce will seek to […]