Bonding in tiles.
Neighbour’s have just had a new roof and their roofer has bonded in the original very old tiles from when these houses were constructed 1950-60’s into my 5-6 year old roof. The old tiles have also been painted previously. They have used a bonding gutter in between but have put old tiles every other tile going down my roof front and back. Should the roofer not have found similar new tiles like mine and used them? Rather than the old painted tiles which were obviously at the end of their service life which is obviously why the neighbour was changing their roof.
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Epping Roofers
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if he stopped the leak then no not really, unless its written diown or said out loud that they wi look new or be new what can you argue?
8th Sep 2023
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Weathershield home improvements
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The roofer should of used new tiles
31st Aug 2023
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Ben wolff-england
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yes he should of tried matching the tiles as close to yours as he could, or spoke to you about it before.
17th Aug 2023
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Yes they should have sourced tiles the same as your ones but if you have had your roof done you should have already had a bonding gutter installed on the wall head to separate the roofs
17th Aug 2023
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south western roofing ltd
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Yes they would of better off putting matching tiles
15th Sep 2023
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In my eyes the tiles that was used on the roof should have been replaced as they have served there purpose nothing last forever
28th Aug 2023
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Roofing & building
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To answer your question , yes the neighbours have more than likely got a re-roof for it to last over the cost of their budget perhaps so the roofer has only done his job but then there I have said it the point is for it to last a long time up to at least up to 50+60 years but for new tiles it’s also a cost !
26th Sep 2023
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Yes they should’ve used new tiles as old tiles crack and make leaks very easy and are more likely to slide off the roof, hope to hear back from you thank you Dan.
18th Dec 2023
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It's very common to do this however the bond is normally halfway between houses so if he's come over to far to your side this is something I would definitely take up with them
18th Dec 2023
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High ground contractors Ltd
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Yes you would definitely need new tiles and possibly new roof by putting new felt and battens on but for there tiles they need new tiles but tiles to match in with neighbours so dosent look out off place to much
22nd Jan 2024
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Yes if possible although if made water tight and is bonded this will do
20th Feb 2024
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Weatherproof
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Shouldn’t really need the tiles on top as it’s only more weight to that area. If fitted correctly the bonding gutter was enough to make sure it’s a watertight. But to answer your question I believe yes he should of used new tiles if he were to.
19th Feb 2024
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S newman works limited
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Depends if the client is willing to pay for new it's not the roofers house to pay for some one else's tiles
19th Feb 2024
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Roofs have a lifespan that typically ranges from 20 to 30 years, but can vary depending on the material. If your roof is approaching or past its expected lifespan, this is an excellent sign that you can have it inspected for replacement or repair.
4th Mar 2024
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J&N Roofing & Property Maintenance
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Hi,
Yes you are correct. For a new roof to be installed all tile work should be done using the same tiles all over the roof. Seeing as your roof joins to the neighbours this should have been done using the new tiles as this would have made it more aesthetically pleasing to both you and the neighbour.
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Jae.
Yes you are correct. For a new roof to be installed all tile work should be done using the same tiles all over the roof. Seeing as your roof joins to the neighbours this should have been done using the new tiles as this would have made it more aesthetically pleasing to both you and the neighbour.
Hope this helps.
Jae.
10th Apr 2024
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New and traditional roofing
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Yes when putting secret gutter in with two different profile tiles I would try and source matching tiles to blend in roofs
14th Mar 2024
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