Roof Failure: On Dangerous Ground The serious problem of structural roof failure and the concern around the frequency with it occurs received much-needed attention in the previous edition of SA Roofing. It is no coincidence that, here, we address another disastrous collapse. Information provided by Tinus de Jager, Certified Inspector (SAQA); ITC-COC/0125/INS Article as published […]
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SA Roofing Article by Stian de Jager
SA Roofing Article by Stian de Jager as published in the April 2016 edition. Below is the link to SA Roofing Article by Stian de Jager as published in the April 2016 edition: Dealing with structural roof damage. When faced with structural roof damage due to poor design, installation or inspection, there are some crucial […]
A Safe Roof Structure: How to define it
“THE SUCCESS OF A SAFE ROOF STRUCTURE LIES IN THE “FINER DETAIL” The interaction between Roof Inspector & Roof Erector is critical for a safe roof structure. This is an Inspector’s perspective, kindly provided to us by Tinus de Jager. Tinus has been in the timber roof inspection field for the last 16 years and […]
Roof Repairs: Important Points to Remember
Crucial steps to take when faced with structural roof damage due to poor installation, inspection or design. When a roof is found to have any structural damage or partial failure, it is important to immediately get the right professionals and competent persons involved for the roof repairs. At this stage, getting a general contractor or […]
Regular Roof Inspections
Regular Inspections to Ensure Your Structure is Safe for Continued Use Borrowing from one of our earlier posts, we’ll be looking at the importance of regular roof inspections. An important fact to consider is the application of the Construction Regulations of 2014. This has been gazetted over 10 years ago (in Construction Regulation 2003 9(4)) […]
Roof Inspection: More Important Than You Think
Discover the Importance of Roof Inspection -It’s More Important Than You Think Have a look at this article highlighting the importance of roof inspection by Tinus de Jager that was recently published by consent on our site. Whether building a new house, small addition or commercial office block, roof inspection remains very important. It […]