Keep the weather out while the roof is off
Temporary roofs
Scaffold-framed temporary roofs sheeted in shrink-wrap or sheeting, so a re-roof, a loft conversion or fire damage repair can go on in Welsh weather.
In Neath it rains on more days than it does not. A temporary roof means a loft conversion or a re-roof can go ahead in any weather, with the house dry underneath.
A temporary roof is a scaffold frame over the whole roof, with beams spanning the house and a covering of shrink-wrap or reinforced sheeting tensioned so it does not flap. It sits on the main scaffold, so the roofers work underneath it in the dry and the loft stays dry with the tiles off.
Temporary roofs are designed for the wind loads they will see and are inspected weekly and after every storm. We use them for loft conversions, full re-roofs on older houses where the timbers may need replacing, and fire or storm damage while the insurance work is arranged.
What it includes
- A designed frame for the span
- Shrink-wrap or sheeted cover
- Gutters to shed the water
- Inspected after every storm
- Built on the main scaffold
- Insurance work arranged quickly
What it costs
A temporary roof over a typical semi from £2,400 with four weeks' hire, scaffold included. The hire estimator works out a guide for your house and hire length; the quote after a visit is the price.
Questions about temporary roofs
How long does it take to put up?
Usually two to three days including the main scaffold, depending on the roof.
Is it noisy in the wind?
Shrink-wrap is tensioned tight and makes far less noise than loose sheeting. You will hear heavy rain on it.
Will insurance pay for it?
For storm or fire damage, insurers usually cover temporary protection. We can deal with the loss adjuster directly.
Get a quote after a visit.
Craig looks at the house or building, talks to your builder or roofer if you like, and sends a written quote with four weeks' hire, inspections and the licence in it. Most domestic scaffolds go up within two weeks.