April 21, 2015 11:46 am
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Rogue traders, also referred to as ‘cowboy builders’, have been in the news this month, and with good reason. The NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) estimates that England loses 1.5 billion from rogue traders every year. More disturbing still, victims are often vulnerable members of society, such as the elderly. The Real Price of Rogue Trading, and What You Can Do The cost of rogue trading amounts to more than just money paid for the work, but the cost of repairing the poor and faulty craftsmanship performed. The NFRC reports “Some tradesmen appear to be from legitimate firms, others will just knock at your door with tactics ranging from charging overinflated prices for shoddy work, to starting a job... View Article
February 6, 2015 3:56 pm
Published by Summit Cladding
Door canopies protect your entrances while adding style and charm to your home. Read on to find out more about their benefits and best attributes.
December 19, 2014 3:39 pm
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We receive a lot of questions about cladding and our professional opinion of over cladding. Read on to find out about our thoughts on over cladding. Why Does Cladding Need to be Replaced? Cladding that is made from timber will eventually rot over time, even with expert installation and diligent maintenance. PVC cladding lasts 10-20 years depending on the colour you choose. Eventually it will also need replacement. What is Over Cladding? Over cladding is the process of covering existing cladding with thin plastic. Potential Problems With Over Cladding Over cladding may seem like a clever solution when compared to replacing existing soffits and fascia completely. Home owners are sometimes persuaded to purchase over cladding because it costs less than... View Article
December 5, 2014 3:38 pm
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PVC- What is it? PVC is an acronym for Poly(vinyl chloride). It was created accidentally by French chemist Henri Victor Regnault, and later by German chemist Eugen Baumann. It was refined over the following decades to use for commercial applications. By 1926 it was more flexible and its use was prevalent. Today it is applied in a variety of fields such as construction, clothing and furniture, healthcare, signage, and roofing. It is a superior material in many of these fields because it does not erode or leak, the way in which metal and wood can. PVC: What To Know PVC cladding will never rot or need to be repainted. It requires little maintenance. It is available in a variety of... View Article
August 20, 2014 1:07 pm
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Roofing terminology simplified in these five terms. Make sense out of roofing discussions and understand the roofing jargon easily.
August 6, 2014 1:03 pm
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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.
September 25, 2012 3:46 pm
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Cladding is commonly applied to the outside of a building and can also be used in the interior of a home. There are many benefits to installing cladding and people chose it for a number of reasons: To improve the look of their property. Cladding can give your home or building a new look instantly and it is a low cost way to transform the look of your property, replacing outdated styles and giving your home a smarter, cleaner finish. To protect property from the unpredictable weather. One of the key benefits of cladding is its ability to provide an extra layer of protection for you home, which is especially important with weather conditions becoming increasingly more unpredictable in the... View Article
September 17, 2012 1:01 pm
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When it comes to home improvements, cladding can sometimes get overlooked in comparison to other priorities you may have for your home. Although planning that extension or bathroom renovation will improve your home, cladding is also an important component of the appearance of your house, not only to visitors and passersby but also yourself. Not only can PVC roof cladding enhance the appearance of your home but it is also extremely durable and is far more resistant to bad weather compared to old fashioned cladding and timber which tends to rot over time. Deciding against replacing old cladding and timber can even sometimes work out more expensive through maintenance and this can be simply avoided through replacing the cladding on... View Article
June 30, 2010 2:07 pm
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The addition of PVC / UPVC Cladding to your home, office or any other property will protect it from the elements and provide you with an attractive, clean and stylish finish. This form of exterior protection is not only attractive, easy to install and long lasting but far more cost effective than replacing or re-styling existing mortar. Exterior cladding can be installed around doors, windows and all of the external sides of your property to create a finish that is both unique to you and extremely easy to clean.
June 29, 2010 11:48 am
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Our UPVC cladding services cover both the commercial and residential sectors. This form of protection is both long lasting, durable and extremely easy to replace when and if a new style is desired. We treat every customer with the highest respect, over 65% of our work comes from referrals. Whether you are a high street giant or proud home owner, we will deliver on-time, on budget and as promised.
