While you are deciding on a roofline and cladding expert, know the 5 best ways to find one. In our 20 years of experience, Summit Cladding feels that this is the type of service you should come to expect, no matter which agency you choose for your soffits, bargeboards, guttering or canopies or PVC work.
Water is one of the most prolific causes of property damage both internally and externally; if this water is not properly channelled away from the structure the effects can be devastating. Failure to keep your guttering clean will result in leaves and various other forms of debris building up to create blockages and sagging gutters that will cause damage and will have to be replaced. Gutter Maintenance Guttering and roofing both require regular maintenance in order to provide the necessary protection throughout the year. Roof damage is sometimes obvious to spot and repair, but blocked guttering is very often left unchecked until after the damage is done. Neglecting this essential maintenance can result in insect infestation, fungal growth and dry... View Article
A front door canopy is a wise and extremely attractive addition to any property at any time of the year bringing protection from the elements and added style to your home. While the winter advantages of a door canopy are obvious, the benefits that a front door canopy can bring in the summer are often overlooked. The shade that a front door canopy provides offers welcome respite and protection from the sun when greeting guests, taking deliveries or simply entering and exiting your home. This shade also protects the door and its surroundings from the often severe light damage that is caused by the sun. Harmful UV (Ultra Violet) rays damage all wood preservatives and UPVC door structures over time... View Article
Why install a door canopy? With winter on the way a professionally installed Door Canopy will protect your home from the harsh ravages of the bad weather to come. We all want our homes to look nice and many people spend a lot of money and time achieving this personal goal. Considering the fact that your front door is the first obstacle that your family, friends or any other visitors face when attempting to meet with you at your home it is obviously important for that first impression to be right. The protection and aesthetic qualities that a professionally installed door canopy will provide for your visitors and property will insure that not only the door and the area surrounding... View Article
Fascia Replacement is just one of the many very important methods used to keep your home properly protected from the elements and free from structural damage throughout the year. Many older properties have old roofline protection which, due to the height, has not been properly maintained over the years. This is a very common issue and one which will eventually lead to serious structural issues and extensive financial outlay for the property owner. Old Fascia Replacement is vital for many reasons and often overlooked until it is too late. This is a problem that can very easily be avoided by regular professional maintenance and Fascia Replacement where necessary using high quality UPVC materials which will not deteriorate over time like... View Article
With winter on the way there really is no better time to consider checking your roofline for wear and damage and considering replacing your Bargeboards to properly protect your property. One of the most frequently made statements we hear from clients when discussing their properties Bargeboards is “we just never look up there!” This is a very common problem for many people but also one that is completely understandable from an untrained perspective. Our homes are our castles and, while we are constantly improving them in one way, shape or form, we very rarely pay too much attention to the exterior above the window line. The only time most people pay any attention to the roof is when they notice... View Article
Front Door Canopy installation, just like any door canopy installation, are an addition to a property that many people choose to invest in for the following reasons. The most obvious reason for professionally installing a front door canopy is the long lasting all year round protection from the elements that it will provide for the front door area of the property. This is a particularly popular reason due to the damage that the sometimes harsh British weather can cause. While some people find quite inventive other uses for a front door canopy installation ranging from a summer BBQ shelter to an outdoor oil painting shelter many people don`t consider some of the other inconvenient and sometimes damaging things that an... View Article
Unless you have been living in a cave your entire life it is absolutely certain that you have seen a Fascia Board however many people are unaware of exactly what they are for. A Fascia Board is a specific kind of roof trim that is mounted on the exposed ends of Rafters or the top of exterior walls which creates a protective layer between the edges of the roof and the exterior. This type of roof trim is most commonly used on residential housing and also serves as an aesthetically pleasing finish to any property. Fascia Replacement is very common in older buildings where it is possible that inferior (compared to today’s standards) materials were used or the... View Article
It is a common misconception that a Front Door Canopy is only needed for decorative effect and to protect the area below from the weather in the winter. While the winter protection that a Front Door Canopy provides is a very important part of its job, the protection from the sun that a properly designed and fitted Front Door Canopy will provide is equally as beneficial for your property. The Rain, snow, sleet and sometimes hail stones that plague these shores during the winter do, over time, cause wear and tear to your property and people naturally pay attention to these issues because they are very often an inconvenience to us; this fact makes it very easy to understand the... View Article
With summer on the way you may be considering venturing outside and up a ladder to paint your Bargeboards to make them look more attractive and to protect them from the ravages of the winter to come. There are many excellent paints on the market specifically designed for this purpose but is painting enough? For the vast majority of people the Bargeboards on a property are the last thing on their minds at any time of the year and, unless closely inspected, can look absolutely fine to the untrained eye. The Bargeboards on your property whether basic or decorative play a very important role in protecting the roofline from nature’s elements and, if damaged, can cause serious structural... View Article