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Forget mortar – instead, request the installation of a dry ridge system

Traditional sand and cement mortar is not the sole available solution for the attachment of ridge tiles to a property’s roof. Indeed, it is no longer even the premier means by which such tiles are fixed to roofing. That’s because, since the introduction of BS 5534, it is actually dry ridge systems that are a building control requirement on all new roofs – but not repairs to existing roofs.

Vantage Roofing & Building is able to not only introduce you to the basics of how a dry ridge roofing system works, but also undertake the installation of such a system on your new or existing roof.

With more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, we are a highly trusted roofing company in Newcastle, Northumberland, Sunderland, Durham and other areas of the North East. Indeed, we can provide the highest standard of dry ridge installation services across the North of England and beyond.

What do you need to know about dry ridge systems?

The term ‘dry ridge’ refers to a system whereby ridge tiles or hip ridge tiles can be mechanically fixed to a roof without the use of mortar.

Such a system has become the widely desired one among homeowners for various reasons. These include the sheer susceptibility of mortar to degradation – sometimes prematurely – over time. By comparison, dry ridge systems require almost no maintenance.

Another reason for mortar’s tendency to deteriorate is the natural movement of roof structures due to such factors as natural expansion and contraction and vibration from nearby roads or train tracks. Again, where mortar is easily affected by such movements, dry ridge systems accommodate them.

When one also considers the discreet ventilation of the roof space that a dry ridge system ensures, as well as the simple fact that the tiles will not blow off in normal conditions provided that they have been properly installed, it should become clear why such systems have become so popular.

What are the benefits of dry ridge systems?

• Ventilation reduces condensation
• Allows for natural roof movement
• Increases safety of roof tiles
• Maintenance-free

Choose a dry ridge system for the following applications

• New build properties (required by law)
• Retrofitting older roof installations

Trust no other roofers than Vantage Roofing & Building

When you are looking for the complete roofing services in Newcastle, Middlesbrough, Durham, Sunderland or the wider UK, you only need to get in touch with Vantage Roofing & Building.

Whether you are looking to have your existing slate or tiled roof converted to a dry ridge system or you would appreciate advice in relation to dry hip ridges or how our dry ridge systems are the most suitable choice for your property, we are ready to take your call.