The Unsung Heroes: Why Gutters Are Essential for Your Home
In colder climates, gutters help prevent the formation of ice dams.
Read moreCanopies
Having a garden or outdoor area at home is made all the more enjoyable when you find the perfect canopy for protection from the elements and can appreciate your garden-come rain or shine. Without shade protection, a beautiful garden, pool or patio set may lose its appeal on those sweltering summer days when sun protection and a break from the heat is needed. Garden canopies can be a wonderfully aesthetic and practical solution to this problem as they protect any outdoor space and can form a fu
Read moreEasy Construction Tips For You
Plastering materials can be used to plaster interior buildings or rendering exterior applications.
Read more5 Things You Need to Know About Tile Roof Repair
Roofing maintenance can be a daunting task. Especially when you have no idea what to do, what prices to expect, what service is needed etc. So before you start to search for those roofing quotations, here are 5 things we think you should know:
Read moreLeaking Tiled Roof
A leaking roof causes severe damage to ceilings and walls depending on the location and size of the leak.
Read moreGet roof repairs done in Cape Town before winter arrives!
It’s well worth your while to chat to the friendly team of roofing specialists at Empire Roofing if you suspect there may be trouble up above! You could save yourself a lot of time and money by getting to the root of any roofing issues before they become major problems!
Read moreThe Importance of Taking a Proactive Approach to Roof Repairs
When it comes to keeping your roof in a healthy condition, prevention is definitely better than the cure
Read moreAll you need to know about roof waterproofing
Overall strict compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions is an imperative. Opting for professional roof waterproofing services will ensure that there are no errors in the roof waterproofing process and ensure longevity of the membrane for long years.
Read moreHeavenly shade for your home: a simple guide to shade sails
Shade sails are a subtle and effective way to shade areas of your home without the need to install permanent structures.
Read moreGetting Your House Ready for the Summer Rains
Get your home rain-ready with essential tips for South Africa’s summer rains. From roofing repairs and gutter cleaning to waterproofing your foundation and sealing windows, these steps help prevent costly damage, keeping your home dry and secure all season long.
Read more3 things you should know about roof inspection process
Getting our roof inspected frequently will improve the longevity of the building. It will also save you considerable expenses that you would have otherwise spent on repairs when your roof gets damaged
Read moreA thatched roof and Lapa is a valuable addition to any home
Thatch can be one of the most beautiful roofs to look at and is also a very practical form of roofing available today if properly installed & maintained.
Read moreHow to choose the perfect roof tiles
Before deciding on the kind of roof tiles you wish to lay your roof with, it is important to be aware of the wide variety of tiles available, as well as the benefits and disadvantages of different types of tiling.
Read moreHow to keep your pergola in top shape
A pergola awning is an outdoor structure with an open or partially covered rooftop that is normally used for shade or to enhance the look and feel of an outdoor entertainment area.
Read moreShingles Roofing
Roof shingles form a barrier against the harsh weather, they can also give a nice look to your house. They can do this because they consist of a series of individual overlapping components, that when laid together in rows starting at the bottom edge of a roof protect the house to a great extent
Read moreCeiling Installation
Ceilings add a decorative element to a room. Of course their primary function is to conceal the roof structure or floor above. High ceilings are great at creating a sense of space, but they will generally require the home to be heated more in the winter although they do make the home are cooler in summer!
Read moreFLAT CONCRETE ROOFS, BALCONIES SCREEDING & LEVELLING
Make sure that the screed allows water to flow away and one should be able to see with naked eyes that the screed is sloping.
Read moreHOW TO FIND ROOF LEAKS
Once water passes the roofing it flows along the sheathing, roof rafters or topside of ceilings until it finds a place to drip down inevitably onto your favourite furniture
Read moreHow to extend the life of the waterproofing on your flat roof
If the waterproofing is done reasonably well at the time of construction, then the life expectancy of the waterproofing layer if it is properly cared for could easily last in excess of 20 years.
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