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Roof not structurally sound after roof calcs. Where do we stand?

Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 3.29 PM

Hi, We are in the middle of selling our house and have found out that our roof is not structurally sound and does not have enough support following a full roof replacement back in 2019. Is this something that the roof should have taken into account and added supports there and then? We have been told that it will cost between 2-3k for it to be fixed. Who is responsible for this? The roofer or us?

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4 Answers

Anonymous user

Bit of both, The roofer should have advised that a new roof covering can increase the weight and then this will cause tension on the supports, But however it is your property so this will be down to the homeowner but not a thoughtful roofer, And this is only timber to be added to the inside of the loft space so 1k should be more rhan pleanty to rectify.
Answered2 August 2022
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Anonymous user

The roofer he should guarantee his work
Answered2 August 2022
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W.M Roofing

Rating: 4.7 out of 5
Stoke On Trent
If I had inspected your roof I would definitely advised you of the situation, not ignore it causing more stress for the customer, as free advise is always my priority ,and shows good work ethics,w massey roofing
Answered23 August 2022
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Anonymous user

It depends on what kind of roofing company you hired. As a tiler/slater/or flat roofer, structural requirements are not within our scope of works. Generally speaking tilers / slaters (roofers) are not required to carry out any kind of structural works as this is a carpenters job. The tiler/slater will finish using tiles or slates and although materials differ in weight between natural or artificial slates, concrete or clay tiles, either choice will not require more or less structural supports. Building regulations should confirm this.
Answered9 August 2022
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