How Does Temporary Roofing Work?

Any kind of outdoor construction project in the UK runs the risk of being affected by inclement weather conditions, be it rain, wind, or snow. If the heavens suddenly open and you’re caught in a downpour, it can cause serious problems. Not only can building materials be damaged by the weather, particularly if they’ve yet to be treated, but it’s dangerous for your team to be working at height on a slick and rain-soaked site.

Fortunately, there is a solution. Temporary roofing allows you to protect your site and team alike from the impact of bad weather. In this article, we explain how.

What is Temporary Roofing?

At its simplest, temporary roofing is exactly what its name suggests—a custom-built structure that provides cover and protection to your construction site for the length of the build (or, at least, until a permanent roof has been installed). It’s typically made up of a scaffolding rig, expertly put together by a team of professional scaffolders, topped with a waterproof cover. This is fitted over the top of your project, giving enough room for builders to continue their work unimpeded. The type of material used for the cover varies, depending on the specific needs of the project.

Types of Temporary Roofs

There are several types of temporary roof to choose from, with the most common being a shrink wrap roof, a corrugated iron roof, and a tarpaulin roof. Each of these comprises a scaffold rig set up with an overhanging platform to which the roofing materials can be attached.

The choice of materials is down to the project manager and depends on how bad the weather is expected to be. Corrugated iron, for instance, provides more direct shelter, but it is more expensive and takes longer to install and remove.

Other temporary roofing solutions include:

• Keder roof sheeting
• Tin hat scaffolding
• PVC fabric Roofing
• Double-skinned thermo roofing

Ask your scaffolding contractor which type would suit you best.

How Much Does Temporary Roofing Cost?

Just as no two construction projects are exactly the same, no two temporary roofing solutions will be identical either. This makes it impossible to give a one-size-fits-all answer to how much a temporary roof will cost. It depends on several factors—the size of the project, how long it needs to be in place, what sort of temporary roofing you require, and the materials involved.

All of these things affect the time, materials, and labour required to erect and dismantle your temporary roof, which is why it’s important to speak to the experts and get a reliable, accurate quote for the job.

Temporary Roofing: Final Thoughts

Temporary roofing is an important consideration for every construction project, particularly during windy and rainy weather. Even if you’re not anticipating stormy conditions, it’s worth allocating some of your budget to temporary roofing, should the weather suddenly turn on you, as it’s wont to do in this country!

If you’re in need of professional and reliable temporary roofing in Cannock, Stafford, or across the West Midlands and Staffordshire area, look no further than Cannock Wood Scaffolding. Trading since 2008, we are a well-established local firm with a reputation for quality and customer service.

To see what we can do for you, call the team today on 01543 221448 or 01785 904500, or send an email to have someone call you back.