Conservatories are exposed to the elements, each and every day. In the UK, we are not blessed with the best weather, our winters are cold, wet and windy while our summers are occasionally hot but have their fair share of rain. This is where a damaged conservatory roof can become troublesome.

A roof that is leaking water can cause even further damage to the property inside. It can damage the furniture in the room, it can damage the walls as well as any paint or wall paper. Depending on the flooring, it can also cause significant damage here as well. Tiled flooring is likely to remain intact, but carpet or wooden flooring can rot, smell and become unusable. To put all of this right costs money.

Even the smallest of leaks can cause damage that can run into thousands of pounds and that makes it even more important to have the leak fixed as quickly as possible. There are many reasons why a leak may occur. A badly fitted conservatory can often see inadequate sealant used as well as poorly fitted joints, while a glass roof that is cracked will also allow water into the conservatory.

Getting your roof repaired

A repair job will deal with the issue in the short-term but there is no doubt, that in time, the leak will re-appear, often worse than it was originally, causing more damage. Roof patches are commonly used to cover damaged areas of the roof, while leak sealers can also help but none of these options are solutions that can be relied upon.

This leads us onto replacing the roof completely. This may not have been an option originally, but when you consider the quality, durability and reliability that comes with a Metrotile roof, it is clear to see just why it is the preferred option.

The Metrotile option

A Metrotile roof is designed in such a way that it makes reducing the risk of leaks even easier. As the tiles are made in sheets it means that there are less joints meaning there is a reduction in the amount of areas in which water can access the interior of the conservatory. A Metrotile roof is also made from metal with a special coating which means that it is hard-wearing with an excellent lifespan. It will last longer than the traditional roofing options, which means savings while the roof is in place.

If you’re in need of a conservatory roof replacement then Metrotile can help. Our roofs come with a 40 year weatherproof guarantee. To find out more information fill in our contact form or call our team on 01249 658514.