| Roofing
French houses need French roofs. The fundamental structure of most roofs in the Poitou-Charentes is different to that of most
houses in the UK – which is why we like to do it the French way, guaranteeing you a result that will keep out the elements,
whilst remaining true to the character of the region. And of course, like all our work, your new roof will be covered by our
10-year insurance guarantee. Click on the thumbnails below to see larger images.
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| | Our 16-metre cherry-picker is ideal for spot repairs and dismantling unsafe roofs | It also works well for awkward access. In this case, the neighbour's kennel made scaffolding impossible
| Once the tiles were removed, it became apparent that one of the main beams had dropped as the end rotted
| First job then was to replace the beams and chevrons
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| The tops of the walls were consolidated prior to fixing the chevrons in place
| To give an authentically traditional feeling inside, chestnut lattes can't be beaten.
| And chestnut repels spiders too!
| Roman tiles, mechanical tiles or slate. We're happy to lay whichever works best for your property
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Case Study 2:
The images below show the re-roofing of a dependence adjoining a beautiful maison de maître.
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| | The roof on the barn had been sadly neglected and was in danger of collapse | Water had penetrated, and all the woodwork was rotten
| One of the main beams had been inadequately propped
| We replaced the beams and laid new pine volige (compare this look with that of the chestnut lattes above)
| We repaired the damaged stonework and installed a new lintel above the window
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| | Once the volige was in place, we were able to install new undertiles
| We used soil from the grounds of the property in the mortar so that the colour was sympathetic to the walls
| Finally, we replaced the old top tiles back on the roof so that the new roof would blend in with the rest of the buildings | Et voilà! As good as new!
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