March 2020

Examples of DFR’s work including a church and cottage roof.
clear understanding of a project’s viability and
objectives, as well as giving roofing professionals
direct access to expert advice.
Devil is in the detail
Historic homes were built to last and when it
comes to heritage roofing, be prepared to
understand that nothing is a five-minute job.
Most listed buildings incorporate extensive
bespoke decorative lead or copper detailing,
often ranging from code six up to code nine,
meaning roofing professionals often have to
take on the role of designer to return these
custom architectural features back to their
former glory; this requires skill, patience and
precision.
Unsurprisingly most historic buildings don’t
conform to today’s build dimensions, and if
carrying out work over a large area it is likely that
an onsite ‘design-build’ approach will be required
to meet the structure’s unique specifications. The
small details matter, and in order to achieve the
high-quality natural product finish desired, handcutting
each slate isn’t uncommon, while copper
nails and stainless steel clips are often the only
preferred methods of fixing.
Small details matter when it comes to
undertaking an historical roofing project, and no
matter how small, materials should be reclaimed,
reused or replaced like-for-like wherever possible
to retain the build’s character. While often the
most complex and challenging jobs, heritage
projects are also the most rewarding, with roofing
professionals playing a valued role in helping to
preserve and protect some of the country’s most
important historic buildings for future
generations.
“No matter how small,
materials should be
reclaimed, reused or
replaced like-for-like
wherever possible to
retain the build’s
character”
Contact DFR Roofing
01752 255616
https://dfrroofing.co.uk/
@dfrroofing
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