roof surveys

[infinity]

Hi,

Am preparing for first install, Do you have to have a roof survey carried out on each property before installing onto roof?
I was wondering because if the assessor asks how i knew the roof was structurally sound i couldn't answer how!

 

[JulianC]

We have a structural survey undertaken on every job we do - it's the only way we know a roof is up to taking the load and if Mr. MCS asks, we can show him the evidence. I am fairly sure we are in the minority if what we hear about our competitors is anything to go by.

 

[infinity]

Who do you use? and what level of check do you have? do you send them photos of the roof or do they actually climb in the loft and survey?

I was thinking of using the roof survey scheme through napit.

Thanks

 

[JulianC]

We've been using Curtins. I think they have a few offices around the country. They prefer to visit site and climb in the loft themselves. We get a quick answer over the phone usually later the same day, followed up with a comprehensive written report.