Thatching in the UK refers to the covering of a roof with material such as reed or straw whichever is easily available.
Because of the steep pitch and compactness, water runs off the roof by dropping on one end of a reed stem to another.
A layer of straw or new water reed should be generally 300-450mm thick.
Around 2 years after which the colour changes to charcoal grey.
We recommend re-ridging, which is every 8-15 years, and the entire roof can be dressed. The roof can also be cleaned during this time.
Yes, of course, give that the chimney height should be well above the highest point of the thatch.
Any type of roof can be thatched given that it's steep enough. Generally it should be at an angle of 45 degrees or more.
As there are no box gutters and gullies, lead work is required only on the surface of the thatch.
Yes, we do. We work throughout the year.