Opening up new revenue streams
Roofing contractors may regard solar panel solutions as a product offering that requires expert skill and specialist knowledge when it comes to successful installation. Yet with ease of installation at its core, Stuart Nicholson at Marley, highlights how the new Marley SolarTile offers a valuable commercial opportunity for roofers who have overlooked the potential of solar until now
Setting the standard for dry fix systems
With a new Dry Fix Standard set to be launched following concerns about inconsistencies in quality between systems, Gavin White, product manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the implications for roofing contractors and how purchasing dry fix systems from an established manufacturer can help them get ready for the new Standard.
Underlaying differences
Gavin White, product manager from Marley Eternit, warns contractors that not all underlays have the same performance levels and gives advice on what to consider when choosing a membrane
Key areas to consider for a seamless low pitch roof
Stuart Nicholson, director of roof systems at Marley, outlines how best to approach the preparation and specification of tiles for low pitch roofs
A quick fix for house-building challenges
Steve Bryceson, technical manager from Marley Eternit, discusses what challenges the house-building sector still faces as it seeks to further increase output
Extending low pitch choices
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, says changes to planning and a greater choice of low pitch products will boost extension projects for contractors
Extensions innovation
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, explains how a new low pitch tile will give contractors more choice for extension projects.
How to choose a dry fix system
When BS 5534 comes into force at the end of the month, it is anticipated that a growing number of contractors will be moving over to dry fix systems. However, in this month's Marley Eternit column, Gavin White warns that not all dry fix products are the same, and gives contractors advice on what to look out for when choosing a dry ridge system
Raising roofing standards
Gavin White, technical product manager at Marley Eternit, argues that more needs to be done to ensure consistent use of BS 5534 across the industry and explains why a campaign to get the standard included in the Approved Documents to the Building Regulations is good news for contractors
Vertically challenging
Steve Bryceson, technical services manager at Marley Eternit, looks at the growing trend towards using clay roof tiles and fibre cement slates for vertical application, and discusses the benefits for contractors in offering a full envelope solution, including easy-to-install cladding products