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Hi, I live in a semi detached house and the ridge/hip tiles are in a poor state. I live in an area that gets hit with strong winds. Please can anyone advise whether I should go for tiles and mortar or a dry ridge system? I was thinking of going for a dry ridge but have been advised that they can be lifted by strong winds. Is this true? Thanks in advance. G.
6 Answers from MyBuilder Roofers
Best Answer
Waltham Cross•Member since 20 Jan 2015•10jobs,100%positive反馈
I would assume the dry ridge that lifted in high winds was due to poor installaton. Maybe they were fixed into rotten timber at the ridge or inadequate fixings were used.
Answered 24th Sep 2016
Godalming•Member since 25 Jul 2016•7jobs,100%positive反馈
This is possible if clips are missing, there should be 3 on each joint. I would recommend cementing the ridges on with a 3 part sand 1 part cement, it is also possible to mechanically fix the ridge through the centre and cement in place
Answered 25th Sep 2016
Morecambe•Member since 22 Jan 2019•113jobs,96%positive反馈
Hi I’m John of jv roofing solutions I’ve been in the business for over 20 years and know my knowledge about any situations about high winds and ridge tiles me personally as a roofer I would suggest that uni dry ridge system would be the best option as they can’t be lifted in high winds if fitted correctly by a professional tradesmen and it is value for money in the long term as with mortar cement ridge will be replacing the mortar every few years hope this advice helps with the situation cheers john
Answered 1st May 2019
Epsom•Member since 7 Jun 2016•26jobs,100%positive反馈
With the current changes well last year in BS5534. Mechanically fixing detail is suggested. However, it is only as good as what you fix into. Check the timbers first. 2-1-1 softsand, sharpsand, cement and waterproofer first. Then dry verge boom no more loose verges.
Answered 26th Sep 2016
Sheffield•Member since 7 Jan 2019•16jobs,100%positive反馈
Hi, a dry ridge system if installed correctly shouldn’t be able to lift or dislodge, if it has they have used inadequate fixings, we tend to use 4” screws fixed into timber. Also a 3 and 1 sand/ cement mix should also be solid enough for high winds. Again if the mix is right and there’s a sufficient amount of mortar used. Regulations now state that dry ridge system should be used on all new builds.
回答2019年1月22日
A&J roofing wall coatings & Upvc
Wigan•Member since 8 Mar 2019•40jobs,90%positive反馈
Hi I’m Alex of A&J I would advise anyone who is thinking about getting there ridge tiles repointed to to think again as with cement ridge and a bad mix you will be getting them done every 12 month to 2 years if bedded correctly they will last for years with the new uni dry ridge system there is none of that they are all perfectly safe against high winds if fitted correctly by a roofer who knows he’s job they are each individualy fitted with all new stainless steel fittings and each ridge is locked into place and screwed into the top main beam wich as new treated wooden battens affixed I think from my point of view it is safe and cost friendly better option and once there fitted you can forget about any more cement/mortar and spending more money. Regards Alex
Answered 1st May 2019
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