Author: Irulan

Up Cern Church

Church Commissioners church roof repair funding and other grant schemes

The Church Commissioners manage the Church of England’s historic assets and resources, primarily through its endowment fund, which includes property, equities and other financial investments. Their goal is to support the Church’s ministry, especially in areas of need and growth. In November 2023, they announced £9 million to help parishes […]

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Traditional roofer in bath

Trusted and experienced roofer in Bath

At West Country Tiling, we offer expert traditional roofing services tailored to meet the needs of Bath’s iconic architecture. As a city famous for its stunning Georgian buildings and historical significance, Bath needs a reputable roofing company who understands the importance of preserving its heritage. With over three decades of […]

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Church roofs at the Church fo the Holy Cross

Specialists in Church Roofs

We recently completed the re-roof of the Chancel of the Church of the Holy Cross in Babcary, Somerset using stone roof tiles. At West Country Tiling, church roofs are one of our specialities. The stone church building is Grade II* listed and dates from the 14th century. There is a […]

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Stone Masonry

Stone Masonry

The team at West Country Tiling are roof specialists. Our craftsmen are fully trained and vastly experienced in all aspects of traditional roofing. However, they are not stone masons. For this particular skill set, we have worked closely with Jan Kerr and his team for over 30 years. As part […]

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New roof replacement cost

New roof cost

We are often asked if we can give a budget figure for a new roof cost over the phone. This is nearly impossible, as there are too many variables. Instead, we offer a prompt site survey and quote. However, with the advent of Google Earth and Street View, we are […]

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Tiles in geometric patterns

The history and evolution of roof tiles

If, like the West Country Tiling team, you are passionate about all things roof related, then the history and evolution of roof tiles is a fascinating journey. The development of the humble roof tile spans thousands of years and multiple civilisations. The fascinating evolution of roof tiles The earliest known […]

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Gatehouse, Wells

How do I choose the right roof slates for my home?

Choosing the right roof slates should be based on the architectural style of your house and complement its exterior and surroundings. As experienced roofers, we have re-roofed many homes using many different types of roof slates. Roof slates guide Here is our guide to choosing the right ones for your […]

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Stone roof slates on manor house

Complete reroof using stone roof slates

As experienced reroofing contractors in Dorset, we recently completed a reroof on a magnificent Grade II* 17th century manor house. This private residence is undergoing full restoration inside and out. The new stone roof slates on the finished roof will age with time and blend in beautifully with the original […]

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Home with scaffolding for roof repair work

NFRC Competent Roofer

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is committed to reducing the environmental impact of roofing within construction. As members of the NFRC Competent Roofer Scheme, we are also committed to sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of our roofing projects. We are aware of the current performance gap, this […]

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Steico special dry roof insulation

Roof insulation

30% of any heat lost in your house is through the roof. That is why insulating your home using the right product is so important. Roof insulation will improve the energy efficiency of your home, which in turn helps reduce carbon emissions. You can benefit significantly by insulating your roof […]

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