Ask The Expert
The Questions
Q: How do drainage issues for green roofs compare with those for typical flat roofs?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: What is the difference between an intensive and an extensive green roof?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: Do green roofs place more of a burden in terms of weight on the rest of the structure?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: What are the major issues with green roofs?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: What is the difference between an intensive and an extensive green roof?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: How do drainage issues for green roofs compare with those for typical flat roofs?
A: Steve Cleminson
Q: What is the difference between a SAP rating and U-values? Are there any minimums now that Part L is changing?
A: Ken Francis
Q: When do I need to upgrade the insulation on a refurbishment?
A: Ken Francis
Q: In terms of value-for-money, how do cast iron, ‘solid’ aluminium, formed-on-site aluminium, glass fibre and plastic gutters compare?
A: Graham Smith
Q: How permanent is a black finish on each of the above?
A: Graham Smith
Q: Fall on gutters – can I use zero fall if I go for a section with a lot more capacity than I need?
A: Graham Smith
The Experts
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