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Prices, grants, insulation, materials, maintenance: our roofers share their hands-on experience to help you make the right decisions for your roof.
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How much does a roof renovation cost in Belgium?
Read the article: How much does a roof renovation cost in Belgium?Tiles, slates, insulation, zinc work, scaffolding: here is how the price of a roof renovation is built up, item by item, with…
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Roof insulation: sarking or internal insulation?
Read the article: Roof insulation: sarking or internal insulation?Two techniques, two budgets, two results. Our roofers compare sarking insulation and insulation between the rafters to help you choose the right…
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Moss on your roof: when and how to remove it?
Read the article: Moss on your roof: when and how to remove it?Moss holds moisture and slowly damages your tiles. How often should you remove it, with which method, and when is a water-repellent…
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Roof leak: what to do in an emergency?
Read the article: Roof leak: what to do in an emergency?A stain spreading across the ceiling, drips in the loft: here are the right reflexes when faced with a roof leak, and…
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Roof grants 2026: what is changing in the three regions
Read the article: Roof grants 2026: what is changing in the three regionsThe end of Habitation grants in Wallonia, Renolution grants suspended in Brussels, higher incomes excluded in Flanders: 2026 has overturned support for…
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Flat roofs: EPDM or bitumen roofing?
Read the article: Flat roofs: EPDM or bitumen roofing?Two membranes dominate the Belgian flat roof market. Our roofers compare EPDM and bitumen roofing to help you choose the right waterproofing.
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Tiles or slates: which roof covering should you choose?
Read the article: Tiles or slates: which roof covering should you choose?Lifespan, price, pitch, weight, style: everything you need to compare before choosing between a tiled roof and a slate roof.
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Roof maintenance: a season-by-season calendar
Read the article: Roof maintenance: a season-by-season calendarA few simple tasks at the right time are enough to prevent most leaks and extend the life of your roof. Here…
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Does your roof need replacing? 8 telltale signs
Read the article: Does your roof need replacing? 8 telltale signsRepair again or redo everything? Here are the eight signs that a roof is reaching the end of its life, and how…
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Zinc gutters, aluminium or PVC: which should you choose?
Read the article: Zinc gutters, aluminium or PVC: which should you choose?Zinc remains the benchmark in Belgium, but aluminium and PVC have their strengths too. Here is our comparison to help you choose…
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How to replace a roof window: the practical guide
Read the article: How to replace a roof window: the practical guideCondensation, draughts, damaged timber: has your roof window had its day? Here is when and how to replace it, and what it…
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Solar panel efficiency: the effect of dirt and of the roof
Read the article: Solar panel efficiency: the effect of dirt and of the roofIs your installation producing less than before? Dirt, shade or the condition of your roof may be to blame. Here is how…
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Converting a loft: the complete guide
Read the article: Converting a loft: the complete guideHeight, roof timbers, insulation, light, stairs, permits: everything you need to check and plan before turning your loft into living space.
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Green roofs: benefits, types and advice
Read the article: Green roofs: benefits, types and adviceRainwater management, summer comfort, protection of the waterproofing, biodiversity: a green roof has many advantages. Here is how it works and what…
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Roof timber treatment: when and how to protect the wood?
Read the article: Roof timber treatment: when and how to protect the wood?Small holes, bore dust, spongy timber, a musty smell: is your roof structure showing signs of weakness? Here is how to identify…
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Asbestos roof: how to recognise and replace it?
Read the article: Asbestos roof: how to recognise and replace it?Old artificial slates, corrugated sheets, underlays: asbestos is still present on many Belgian roofs. Here is how to recognise it and manage…
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Reduced VAT at 6%: renovating your roof for less
Read the article: Reduced VAT at 6%: renovating your roof for lessOn a roof renovation, going from 21% to 6% VAT often saves several thousand euros. Here are the conditions to meet and…
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Renovating a wooden cornice: when and how?
Read the article: Renovating a wooden cornice: when and how?Flaking paint, crumbling timber, a leaking gutter: your cornice needs attention. Restore, replace or clad? Here is how to decide.
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Storm damage to your roof: what should you do?
Read the article: Storm damage to your roof: what should you do?Tiles blown off, ridge tiles torn away, a branch on the roof: here are the steps to follow after a storm, from…
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How to choose a roofer: 10 checks before you sign
Read the article: How to choose a roofer: 10 checks before you signRegistration, insurance, quote, guarantees, references: here are the ten points to check before entrusting your roof to a reliable professional, and the…