Eye in the sky: the rising role of drones in roofing

THE use of drones in the roofing sector is surging – and it’s not difficult to see why. The technology is ideally placed to reach...
Kilwinning properties after retrofit work

Kilwinning retrofit upgrade work completed in time for Christmas

RIVERSIDE Scotland has announced completion of its first major retrofit project in Pennyburn, Kilwinning, just in time for Christmas. The works, delivered in partnership with...
Edinburgh students to sleep easy in smart new accommodation

Edinburgh students to sleep easy in smart new accommodation

A landmark building in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat is to be transformed into a residence for students at Edinburgh University. Lakesmere Scotland will...

Plus point: new range launches for distributors

A range of bituminous membranes specially formulated for roofing distributors and their customers has been launched by waterproofing specialists TN International (TNi). The ROOFplus portfolio...

Roofing students benefit from unique insight into Kirkcaldy Campus upgrade works

STUDENTS from Fife College’s roof, slating and tiling first-year apprenticeship course recently received a tour of roofing renovation works at the Kirkcaldy Campus. The development...
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External wall insulation gives lift-off to rebuilds

AIREY houses in Norfolk are being restructured and clad with External Wall Insulation by Saint-Gobain Weber to improve their thermal performance and aesthetics. ...

New guide for roof tiling design and installation set for launch

THE NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has announced that the Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling will be published on 19 December. The...
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Roofing specialist draws attention to benefits of apprenticeships

BRIGGSAMASCO has marked Scottish Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the benefits of recognised industry qualifications. The roofing specialist is a long-time provider of apprenticeship programmes and...

How to make roofs a thing of beauty

A roof can speak volumes on the character of a building and the people inhabiting the premises. It is why roofing solutions must be...
Taylor Roofs HQ in Livingston

New Livingston base gives Taylor Roofs space to grow

TAYLOR Roofs has announced it is set for continued growth after expanding into a new headquarters in Livingston. The family-run firm serves domestic clients across...

Having faith in the system

A landmark joint faith school campus, which brings pupils from both the Catholic and Jewish faiths together under one roof, specified a wide range...
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Northwest continues on the right direction

THE MD of a Glasgow-based roofing company, who founded his first roofing business in honour and at the wish of his late sister, has told...
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Brett Martin helping to light up the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome

THE eyes of the sporting world were on the new Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Multivault GRP rooflights from Brett Martin...

Kilmarnock roofing specialist strengthens senior management team

KEN Wales has been promoted to the role of divisional director of McConnell's specialist roofing and painting division. He has been with the Kilmarnock-headquartered business...

Passivhaus clarification required for improved compliance

New build housing will need to meet the Scottish equivalent of the Passivhaus standard within two years. But is there enough understanding of the...
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Aberdeen rail project marks a departure from felt roofing

Meticulous co-ordination keeps task on track

Roofing contractor shows support for World Menopause Awareness Month

ROOFING contractor BriggsAmasco has shown its commitment to World Menopause Awareness Month by hosting a course for female staff to gain a better understanding...

Aberdeen’s ‘most haunted’ building to undergo £1.36m repairs project

WORK is underway on the £1.36 million delivery of repairs to Aberdeen's 'most haunted' building. The repair and conservation work to the Tolbooth Museum, which...

Sika upgrades popular liquid-applied solution

SIKA recently announced the launch of its Sikalastic-652N, described as an upgraded version of one of its most popular liquid-applied single-component polyurethane waterproofing membranes,...

Start of a new tradition?

THE annual Edinburgh Traditional Building Festival moved to an online format this year due to Covid-19 – and was such a success that organisers...