Forensic
investigation

The roof is the most important part of any building.

In most cases, it does its job of keeping water out and protecting the asset. However, a poorly installed roof can result in leaks and subsequent damage to the building.

The cause of the problem may be immediately obvious (for example, slipped slates or tiles, or damage to leadwork and flashings), or the problem may lie deeper in the form of inferior workmanship or non-compliance with the relevant British Standards, Building Regulations and manufacturers’ fixing instructions.

Failure to install the roof covering to the correct standards is a common cause of construction litigation and identification of the problem can help to save both time and money from disputes, ineffective repairs and unnecessary roof replacements.

At Roof Analytics, we are experts in the inspection of slate and tile roofs of any age, covering natural slating (including random and stone), single and double lapped tiling, cedar wood shingles and all associated details. If you suspect that an installation has not been carried out correctly, we can undertake an independent forensic investigation on your behalf.

This usually involves the stripping of small specific areas and benchmarking the installation to the relevant standards in force at the time of original fixture. Following this, we will provide a report, including:

We maintain strong relationships with all major manufacturers in the UK roofing market and have ready access to their technical teams. We are also experienced in providing evidence as expert witnesses in commercial settlement negotiations and court cases.