Cladding
External cladding provides both a decorative and protective facade for buildings. Traditional timber cladding 
and weatherboarding are vulnerable to damage and weather and require regular maintenance and repair.
Tecta Roofing can provide a variety of different cladding solutions. There are many available choices of cladding on the market, including:
- Single skin profile metal sheets – cost-effective and popular for warehousing and steel-framed buildings.
- Double skin built-up system – Two skins of steel (or aluminium) with an insulated panel sandwiched between. They can reduce condensation and temperature change in a warehouse environment. This is a popular roof structure as it is versatile and cost-effective.
- Composite panels – these are inner and outer composite sheets sandwiched either side of a foam insulation board.
- Pre-galvanised steel sheeting – They are corrosion resistant and provide climatic protection together with maximum strength. There are many different colours and surface finishes available.
- PVC Cladding – This is also available in a variety of different colours and profiles, for example shiplap, feather edge etc. It is an ideal substitute for timber cladding. PVC cladding has many benefits including retaining its appearance, low maintenance, improve thermal performance, especially when combined with insulation. UPVC cladding provides a stylish and effective means to protect and decorate the exterior of buildings - without the need for continual and costly maintenance and re-decoration.
Frequently asked questions:
1. What sort of maintenance does my cladding require?
Answer: You should inspect your cladding twice-yearly for any damage, corrosion or rot. Whether you have UPVC, timber or metal cladding – it needs checking and maintaining to keep it in good condition. UPVC should be wiped with a soapy damp cloth yearly. Timber cladding will require re-painting at least every 3-4 years (depending on your location) and replacing when the deterioration becomes too much to repair or re-paint. Metal cladding will require sweeping or wiping to remove moss and other vegetation. This will all ensure a maximum life span for your cladding.
2. Is ventilation necessary at roof level?
Answer: Yes – The Building Regulations 1985 approved document F2 demands roof space ventilation for all new buildings. Continuous air spaces are specified at eave level and vary according to the pitch of the roof, length of rafter and general structure of the roof.
3. I have a garage with an Asbestos roof – Can you remove it and replace it with a safer material – for example a galvanised roof or composite panels?
Answer: Yes - Our entire workforce have attended an Asbestos Awareness course (www.asbestosaware.org) and are trained and educated in the handling and removal of Asbestos.
Please contact Tecta Roofing for more information.