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Frequently asked questions	Does my present roof contain asbestos, if so what type?
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We have included a frequently asked questions page to assist potential clients with any enquiries they may have regarding roofing or cladding. Here you'll find answers to some of the most commonly asked queries regarding roofing or cladding, if you cant find the answer you're looking for please don't hesitate to call us with your enquiry. Other information sources for more detailed info with regard to roofing health & safety, materials, incentives and building regulations are available using the links below.	Asbestos roof panels.	If the roof or cladding on your property resembles the one pictured it is most likely to be of a fibre cement construction that contains 10% asbestos usually in the form of white crysotile. Although classified as a hazardous substance, this friable material is quite common within cladding and roofing sheets of building built before the 90's.. Certain roof coverings can contain different types of asbestos which may be more hazardous, if in doubt a full asbestos survey should be carried out by a specialist contractor.
	What can be done with asbestos roof or cladding sheets?
	Roof strip & resheet in progress.	The age and condition of asbestos roofing or cladding are the main factors to consider when deciding which course of action to take with it. Asbestos roofing and cladding can be replaced or overcladded with modern steel products depending upon several factors. Encapsulation of fibre cement sheeting can be time consuming depending on age and costly with varying results. This usually has no effect upon the skylights or rooflights as explained below. There are government initiatives available throught the carbon trust to help with the cost of removal of asbestos as well as tax incentives. Contact us for more info.
	I have a metal roof which is failing, do i need a completely new roof?
	Steel roof requiring attention	Buildings which were not originally intended to be used as workplaces sometimes have a single-skin of profiled steel cladding upon the roof or walls. If the building is having a change of use we may be able to add insulation on top of the existing sheeting before fixing the new one over it. This is referred to as a twinskin or built-up system as opposed to a composite system where the insulation is already sandwiched between the topsheet and liner sheet. This is a lng term solution that will offer material guarantees for 20-25 years. There are several short term remedies for repairing your roof or cladding, contact us to arrange a survey and quote.
	My rooflights are dirty and don't let any light in, what is the best course of action?
	Discoloured rooflights	Rooflights or skylights can make up to 20% of the total roof area of an industrial roof. They should allow enough natural light into a building for a normal working environment. Discoloured rooflights can prevent natural light from entering a building leading to higher energy costs and low morale for workers. There some preventative measures that can be taken to prolong the lifespan of polycarbonate or GRP rooflights however, sometimes the only course of action is to have them replaced. Rooflight replacement or cleaning can often be carried out with steel or asbestos roofing as part of a major refurbishment, maintenence program or a dilapidation claim.
	Do i need to empty the building for roofing works?
	Impress canning factory, Norwich	In an ideal world every building we encounter would be empty of personnel, machinery or racking. This situation is ideal of course. We are refurbishment specialists as such, we believe that through clear and concise communication any obstacle can be overcome. We can work withyou to create a program of works suited to your requirements no matter the number or nature of restrictions exist. The safety of everyone around us is our main concern at all times.
JDB Industrial Roofing is one of UK's leading commercial roofing and industrial cladding contractors. We undertake different types of factory cladding and roofing refurbishment projects all over UK!

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