A roof on a holiday let or second home often goes longer between checks than one on a family house, because nobody is there day to day. Small leaks can run for weeks before anyone notices. If you are planning a re-roof in Porthcawl, a little forward planning around bookings, access and materials saves a lot of trouble later.
Choose the right time of year
Most holiday homes here are busiest in summer, and the weather is kindest then too, so the two pull against each other. Many owners block out a quiet spell in spring or autumn, when the property is empty and the weather is usually workable. Tell us your booking calendar early and we will plan the programme around it, with a realistic allowance for wind and rain, because a coastal forecast can change quickly and we would rather say so than rush a roof.
Working when you are not there
You do not need to be on site. We can arrange key access, agree who to contact and send photos as the job progresses, so you can follow the work from home or abroad. A neighbour or letting agent can be our point of contact if that suits you. Before we start, we confirm what needs protecting inside, how we will manage skips and scaffold safely, and how we will leave the property tidy for your next guests.
What to ask for in the specification
Because a holiday home is hard to check, the roof should be built to need as little attention as possible. Ask us to explain each element of the quote, so you can compare like with like and avoid surprises. On the exposed side of the town, corrosion-resistant fixings and a good breathable underlay matter more than anything cosmetic.
- Corrosion-resistant fixings and a quality breathable underlay
- New lead flashings around chimneys, dormers and abutments
- Fascias, soffits and guttering renewed alongside the roof
- Photos of the work at each stage
Low-maintenance coverings and drainage
Natural slate, fibre cement slate and good tiles all suit rental use because they need little care. Moss-prone surfaces are worth avoiding on shaded or damp elevations. Well-fitted gutters with accessible outlets are just as important, since blocked drainage is a common cause of damp in homes that stand empty, and a leak in a quiet property can run unnoticed for weeks.
Rules, insurance and keeping a record
Some work may need planning or Building Regulations checks, and we advise before work starts. Keep photos and paperwork for your insurer and your letting records, and ask us to flag any other roof issues we notice, such as chimney condition or loft ventilation. Whether the house is in Porthcawl, Newton or Nottage, we will explain things plainly.
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