Waterproofing your roof – 3 musts

Helpful methods to help resist the harshest of elements

So you’ve done the hard part and had your new tiled conservatory Evaroof installed. It looks great, keeps the space comfortable, and is perfectly fitted to be watertight and fend off even the harshest of blustering winds and rainfall. However, if so desired, there are few additional techniques you can integrate in order to waterproof your roof further, all acting as subtle but effective ways to prevent any risk of damage or wear.

1. Early repairs to safeguard against future issues

The first and most obvious action you can take when thinking about waterproofing your roof, is to repair any known existing damage or decay that is present, should you not have the ability to opt for a high performance Evaroof upgrade. Noticing any unwanted holes, gaps, or general cracks in your conservatory’s roof early on means being able to prevent leaks and further damage, and can often be rectified with affordable repairs.

Undertaking basic repairs helps to save homeowners a lot of hassle and money in the long run, and when done in tandem with frequent roof checks, goes a long way towards waterproofing. Look for tears and splits around the extension’s pipes and gutters, eradicate any mould, check for loose shingles/tiles, and fill any vertical or horizontal holes.

2. Consider additional coatings

After your done repairing any damage, we recommend coating your conservatory’s roof using a universal unthinned gel or roofseal to the tiled surface. There are plenty of quick, easy and long-lasting roofing solutions out there that can be bought from your local DIY shop, capable of being applied via brush for an additional layer of weather protection.

It’s an easy and reliable way of avoiding the need to re-roof later on in your conservatory roof’s life, perfect for bridging any small holes, cracks and splits, even when experiencing torrential rain. If your tiled conservatory roof is an Evaroof product installed by our team, each tile is fitted to be watertight without any holes or gaps, yet otherwise, applying roofseal is a near essential.

3. Fascias and soffits are every conservatory roof’s friend

Often an overlooked aspect of conservatory roof maintenance and therefore waterproofing, high quality fascia and soffit boards are vital when wanting to keep your extended living space free from leaks, damp, and rot.

Typically integrated into the roofline of the main property, fascia boards work in tandem with any guttering you might have running alongside your conservatory roof’s perimeter. Fixing directly to the roof’s trusses, they keep guttering secure by withstanding harsh rainfall. Likewise, soffits tuck under fascia boards to allow ventilation in the roof and prevent the risk of rot and decay.

Conservatory roofs that deliver come rain or shine with Evaroof

Waterproofing is always an important aspect of conservatory roof upgrades that should never be forgotten or overlooked. The good news is that all our Evaroof products – Premium, Eco, and Orangery – integrate natural weather resistance design elements to do this naturally. These 3 musts act as smart workarounds that offer an extra level of protection against any future trouble.

For more information about how to best waterproof your roof, Evaroof or not, feel free to call our team on 01291 630 063, or contact us online for a free quote.