by Daniel | Jun 22, 2020 | London, Roofing
When we were asked to investigate a leak on a nursery in Crouch End, N8 – We were asked this question having already completed two roof replacements at other locations. A repair is often perceived as guess work or a quick fix, with no commitment to being...
by Daniel | Jun 21, 2020 | Roofing
When was the last time you went out of you’re way for somebody? Receiving this txt yesterday was better than winning any job! Lee worked for us on and off for around 15 years and like any roofer will know, he started to really feel it physically, having to have more...
by Daniel | Jun 20, 2020 | London, Roofing
They say necessity is the mother of invention and at GWS our ‘site boxes’ have evolved with this sentiment. Of course we realise that this is not the answer to all of the problems we encounter on site but over time it’s contents have been developed through regular...
by Daniel | Jun 19, 2020 | London, Roofing
What do you think of fibreglass? My answer – It’s been both good and bad for our industry. Fibreglass (or liquid plastic), is a cold applied liquid that cures with a fibre matting sunk into it. Pro’s 1. Avoids the need to use a flame in vulnerable areas 2....
by Daniel | May 22, 2020 | London, Roofing
Do you know what a ‘London Roof’ is? These types of roof are ‘V’ shaped, with a central valley gutter, hidden behind a deep front parapet wall. Replacing these roofs require the contractor to be aware of the various common defects that occur. Strangely, much of the...
by Daniel | May 21, 2020 | London, Roofing
Delighted to have finally got a date in the diary with Frank Judge at TOR Coatings. Not only does the training open us up to be able to offer a wider range of products but it’s also another opportunity for our guys to receive some best practise refresher training....
