ridge tiles

  1. H

    Dormer conversion - leaking ridge area

    Recently have a loft conversion completed. No flat roof, but extension of gable ridge to get a bigger space and link into existing M roof at the end (think an upside down VW roof). Issue I’m having is wood within the eaves area is wet and dripping when raining. The repairs from the roofer do not...
  2. P

    Filling Ridge tile holes

    I have just replaced felt on a roof and extended a dormer, BC have suggested using a dry ridge system to allow ventilation with the existing eaves vents. I purchased a dry ridge system and planning to fit this weekend. What i am concerned about is all my existing ridge tiles have x2 holes in...
  3. A

    Missing ridge tile – membrane needed?

    The photo shows a missing ridge tile from the garage roof. Being new to this I’d like to know what I’m talking about when chatting to roofers/ builders please. 1) The ridge beam is partly exposed. Has some membrane material rotted? Should the beam be covered? If so with what membrane? (I...
  4. Jono21

    Chimney flashing with offset ridge

    I am building my first roof and have some questions about flashing and ridge tiles. For the abutment (first photo), I plan to use cavity trays with integral lead flashing. For the other side (first photo), I am not sure how to form the flashing. The gap between the ridge and the chimney is 4.5”...
  5. Rob broom

    Mortar mix for Ridge Tiles and Verge's

    Hi there. Can anyone give me any tips on installing Rounded Ridge tiles to my new build please? I've heard that its better to use sharp sand. Can anyone confirm the mortar mix ratio and any additives? How do you pack underneath the gaps/joins to ensure mortar doesn't drop endlessly onto the...
  6. A

    Dry ridge system, help please

    Hi, I'm new to this forum and would massively appreciate any comments. Recently I had a dry ridge system fitted to roof hips and ridges. As I look at it the ridge tiles now look wonky and out of line rather than a smooth continuous run (like when they were cemented down) It's late so I'm...
  7. K

    1900s Terraced style house, roof problems

    I live in a 1900s terraced style house, it is joined back to back as opposed to having neighbours either side, meaning it has two gable walls. The house is a peculiar shape and on the right hand side it widens towards the back, from a Birdseye view it forms a trapezium. The roof features Roman...
  8. L

    How to finish ridge of mono roof

    Hi folks, What is the best way to finish the ridge of a mono tiled roof? Tiles are flat interlocking concrete. I see mono ridge tiles exist but I can’t for the life of me find anyone who sells them in a real shop. None of the big DIY chains or builders merchants seem to sell them. Photo...
  9. J

    Ridge Tiles Too High For Roof Ladder

    Hi,does anyone know of a roof ladder hook that will go over these ridge tiles? Most of the roof ladders I have seen would not clear these,and would disturb or damage them
  10. acurachris

    Gable to gable roof detail

    Hi. I am nearly ready to start the roof on my extension and just wanted to get the installation clear in my head. I'm fairly confident about installing the wall plate, trusses, strapping and even things like membrane, battens etc. The part i'm trying to get my head around is the detail where...
  11. B

    Fixing Ridge Tiles to pitched roof

    I received a quotation from a roofer which stated the old removed ridge tiles would be mechanically fixed to a fitted timber along the ridge line, with the tiles being rebedded in with a 3:1 mortar mix. Any broken tiles would be replaced. However, when the workman were carrying out works they...
  12. B

    Fixing Ridge Tiles to pitched roof

    I received a quotation from a roofer which stated the old removed ridge tiles would be mechanically fixed to a fitted timber along the ridge line, with the tiles being rebedded in with a 3:1 mortar mix. Any broken tiles would be replaced. However, when the workman were carrying out works they...
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