Whenever you are involved in constructing a self build home or even a project to renovate your current domicile, bear in mind there are building regulations which must be adhered to. This also applies to renovating or constructing a roof as well. Building regs UK have been updated as of October 2010 and it is imperative to keep abreast of the latest UK building regulations or your work could be halted until you are in compliance. You may even be slapped with a nasty little fine as well!
NFRC Accredited & Approved Roofers
You may want to consider contracting a approved roofer who is accredited by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), the Federation of Master Builders, or both since compliance with building regs is so important. Trying to scrimp on the cost of building or renovating a roof could actually cost you more in the long run if government imposes penalties for noncompliance.
Tips on Sustainable (Green) Roofing
Also, if you are in the midst of updating your roof to incorporate solar PV (photovoltaic) cells, you will need to have a roofer who has been certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) for a couple of reasons. Building regulations UK, in terms of sustainable energy, dictate that both materials and roofers need to be certified by MCS or you will not be able to receive feed in tariffs.
My Redlands Roof provides helpful tips on building and/or renovating roofs but there is also a list of approved roofers in your local area. If you feel that you would like a professional installation then you simply need to contact one or more of the roofers listed here in your area. By all means get a quote from several of them, but when you find the roofer to do the job, also take the time to look at his accreditations. Building regs UK can be a bit strict and you will need a roofer who is up to the task.
