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Roof Near End of Life	The main roof coverings are nearing the end of their effective lifespan and should be considered for full refurbishment or replacement	0	Edit Delete
Roof Replacement Needed	Overall, the roof coverings are in poor condition and will require complete renewal to ensure weatherproofing	1	Edit Delete
Roof Leaking	Active leaks are present in the roof, and urgent repairs are necessary to limit further deterioration to adjacent building elements. Further areas of disrepair may be revealed once works commence	2	Edit Delete
Roof Eaves Not Extended	The eaves roof coverings do not extend far enough into the guttering, resulting in inadequate rainwater discharge. Modifications are recommended to improve water runoff, and the roof timbers at eaves level should be inspected for any evidence of decay	3	Edit Delete
Flashings Poor	Flashings to the roof are defective and should be repaired or renewed as necessary to prevent water penetration	4	Edit Delete
Verge Mortar Poor	The verge mortar is deteriorated and should be replaced to ensure the roof remains secure and weatherproof	5	Edit Delete
Valley Gutters Poor	Parts of the roof slope incorporating formed gutter details are defective and should be repaired or replaced to ensure effective drainage and prevent water ingress	6	Edit Delete
Self-Adhesive Flashings Present	Self-adhesive flashings have been used on sections of the roof. As this type of flashing is designed for short-term patch repairs, it should be replaced with a permanent and more robust flashing system	7	Edit Delete
Shallow Pitch	The sloping roof is of low pitch, reducing the effectiveness of the roof covering, especially in heavy rain or strong winds. It is recommended that a competent roofing contractor assesses the suitability of the existing design	8	Edit Delete
Eaves Felt Poor	The underfelt at the eaves has deteriorated and should be replaced to prevent water ingress and protect the underlying roof timbers	9	Edit Delete
Eaves Felt Missing	The roof underfelt has not been carried through to discharge into the guttering at eaves level. This omission increases the risk of water ingress, and remedial works are recommended to improve weather protection	10	Edit Delete
Rooflight Defective	The rooflight is defective and requires repair or replacement	11	Edit Delete
Hip Tiles Loose	A number of hip tiles are loose and should be securely refixed or replaced to maintain weatherproofing and prevent further displacement	12	Edit Delete
Hip Tiles Bedding Poor	The hip tile bedding mortar is deteriorated and should be replaced to ensure the tiles remain secure and watertight	13	Edit Delete
Hip Irons Missing	Hip irons are missing from the base of the roof hips. These should be repaired or replaced to provide proper protection and support	14	Edit Delete
Hip Irons Loose	The hip irons located at the base of the roof hips are loose and should be repaired or replaced to ensure proper support and protection	15	Edit Delete
Hip Irons Corroded	The hip irons located at the base of the roof hips are severely corroded and should be repaired or replaced to maintain proper protection and stability	16	Edit Delete
Ridge Tiles Loose	A number of ridge tiles are loose and should be securely refixed or replaced to maintain weatherproofing and prevent potential dislodgement	17	Edit Delete
Ridge Tiles Bedding Poor	The ridge tile bedding mortar is deteriorated and should be replaced to ensure the tiles remain secure and weatherproof	18	Edit Delete
Extension Roof Near End of Life	The extension roof coverings are nearing the end of their effective lifespan and should be considered for full refurbishment or replacement	19	Edit Delete
Verge Overhang Poor	The verge does not project adequately beyond the wall face, which may allow rainwater to run down the wall and cause dampness. The detail should be improved to provide better weather protection	20	Edit Delete
Roof Coverings Deteriorated	Sections of the roof coverings are deteriorated and now require replacement. Additional areas will also need renewal over time as the materials continue to weather and age	21	Edit Delete
Hip Tiles Mortar Joints Weathered	The mortar joints to the hip tiles are weathered and should be repaired to maintain stability and weatherproofing	22	Edit Delete
Ridge Tiles Mortar Joints Weathered	The mortar joints to the ridge tiles are weathered and should be repaired to maintain stability and prevent water ingress	23	Edit Delete
Verges Mortar Joints Weathered	The mortar joints to the roof verges are weathered and should be repaired to maintain weatherproofing and prevent further deterioration	24	Edit Delete
Moss/Lichen	Vegetation growth has developed on the roof slopes, restricting water runoff and reducing the effectiveness of the roof coverings. This should be carefully cleared to prevent further deterioration	25	Edit Delete
Debris to Valley	Debris has accumulated within the valley gutter, which may obstruct water flow and cause overflowing. The gutter should be cleared to ensure proper drainage	26	Edit Delete
Vegetation to Valley	Vegetation growth has developed within the valley gutter, restricting water flow and increasing the risk of blockages and overflow. The gutter should be cleared to maintain effective drainage	27	Edit Delete
Minor Slates Damage	A number of roof slates are damaged and should be repaired or replaced locally to maintain effective weatherproofing	28	Edit Delete
Minor Tiles Damage	A number of roof tiles are damaged and should be repaired or replaced locally to maintain effective weatherproofing	29	Edit Delete
Misted Rooflight	The rooflight glazing has become misted as a result of seal failure. The seals cannot be repaired, and replacement of the glass unit is required	30	Edit Delete
Leadwork Lifting	Sections of the leadwork have lifted and should be refixed to their proper position to minimise the risk of leaks	31	Edit Delete
Roof Poor Ventilation	The main roof lacks sufficient ventilation, and improvements are required to prevent condensation and associated deterioration	32	Edit Delete
Extension Roof Poor Ventilation	The extension roof lacks sufficient ventilation, and improvements are required to prevent condensation and associated deterioration	33	Edit Delete

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