Overcladding
Halesowen.
Robinsons Roofing and Cladding installs over clad roofs and over cladding wall systems on factories, warehouses, workshops and other commercial buildings across Halesowen and the surrounding Black Country.
If your existing roof or cladding is tired but the structure is still sound, over cladding may be a sensible alternative to a full replacement.
Over clad roof and over cladding systems in Halesowen.
Overcladding means installing a new roof or wall system over the existing one. It can be a sensible option when the existing covering is tired or no longer performing, but the underlying structure is still sound. We will inspect the building before recommending overcladding or an industrial roof replacement.
01Over Clad Roof
A new roof system installed over the existing roof sheets where suitable.
02Over Clad Walls
New wall cladding installed over existing panels to refresh and protect the elevation.
03Over Cladding Systems
Insulated systems designed to improve the thermal performance of industrial buildings.
04Asbestos Cement Roofs
Overcladding is often an option over sound asbestos cement roofs where safe removal would be disruptive.
05Overcladding vs Replacement
How to decide whether overcladding or a full roof or cladding replacement is right for your building.
06Cladding Contractors
Replacement and new industrial wall and roof cladding across Halesowen.
Over clad roof in Halesowen.
An over clad roof is a new roof system installed over the existing roof sheets.
It is a common option on industrial and commercial buildings in Halesowen where the existing roof is nearing the end of its useful life, but a complete strip-off and replacement would create more disruption than the business can accept.
A typical over clad roof uses a system of top-hat spacers or rails fitted to the existing purlins, followed by insulation and a new outer sheet. The result is a new, weather-tight, insulated roof installed on top of the existing covering.
We can inspect your roof to confirm whether an over clad roof is suitable before recommending any work.
Over clad walls and wall over cladding.
Wall overcladding uses the same principle as roof overcladding. A new cladding system is installed over the existing wall panels.
It is often used on factories, warehouses and commercial units in Halesowen where the existing wall cladding is tired, faded or showing cut edge corrosion, but the underlying structure is sound.
Over clad walls can also be a chance to refresh the appearance of the building, improve thermal performance and introduce a modern panel finish.
If your building needs both the roof and walls overcladding, we can plan and deliver the whole project together.
Over cladding systems in Halesowen.
Over cladding systems vary by building type, structural condition and the thermal performance you want to achieve.
Most modern over clad roof systems include an insulation layer. On older industrial roofs with little or no existing insulation, this is often where the biggest performance gain comes from.
Common over cladding systems include spacer-and-sheet solutions, built-up insulated systems and composite panel over cladding. The right system depends on roof pitch, purlin spacing, allowable loading and the condition of the existing covering.
Where more than 25% of a thermal element is being renewed, Part L of the Building Regulations typically applies — most over cladding systems are specified to meet those targets.
We will inspect the roof and recommend the over cladding system that is appropriate for your building.
Overcladding an asbestos cement roof.
Many older industrial buildings around Halesowen still have asbestos cement roof sheets.
Where the existing sheets are in sound condition, overcladding is often a sensible alternative to full removal. The existing sheets remain in place and a new roof system is installed above them.
This can reduce the disruption, waste handling and specialist removal work that a full strip-off would involve.
Where removal is required, the work can be planned and carried out safely as part of a roof replacement project.
Overcladding or full replacement?
Overcladding is usually the right choice when:
- The existing roof or cladding is tired but still broadly intact.
- The underlying structure, purlins or rails are sound.
- The business needs to keep operating during the work.
- The existing sheets would be difficult or disruptive to remove.
Full replacement is usually the right choice when:
- The existing covering is badly damaged, perforated or structurally compromised.
- The structure beneath cannot support an additional system.
- The existing material needs to be removed for other reasons.
We will inspect the building and give you a straightforward recommendation.
Overcladding near Halesowen.
We provide over clad roof and wall systems throughout Halesowen and the surrounding areas. This includes:
Based in Wolverhampton? See our dedicated overcladding Wolverhampton service.
We also complete larger over cladding projects throughout the Midlands and across the UK.
What is overcladding?
Overcladding is the installation of a new roof or wall system over the existing one. The existing covering stays in place, and the new system is fixed to the underlying structure above it.
Is an over clad roof cheaper than a full roof replacement?
It often is, but not always. Overcladding avoids the cost of stripping off and disposing of the existing covering, which can be significant on asbestos cement roofs. The best way to compare the two is to arrange a site survey and ask for both options to be quoted.
How long does an over clad roof last?
An over clad roof installed with a modern insulated system is designed to perform in the same way as a new roof. The lifespan depends on the system specified, the quality of the installation and the environment the building is in.
Can you overclad an asbestos cement roof?
In many cases, yes. Where the existing asbestos cement sheets are in sound condition, overcladding is often used as a way to upgrade the roof without the disruption, risk and cost of a full strip-off.
Will over cladding improve the insulation of my building?
Yes. Most over cladding systems include an insulation layer. On older buildings with little or no existing insulation, over cladding can significantly improve thermal performance.
Does an over clad roof need planning permission?
In most cases, overcladding is treated as a maintenance or improvement to an existing building and does not require planning permission. Exceptions apply for listed buildings and conservation areas.
Can my business stay open during an over clad project?
Usually, yes. Overcladding is one of the most business-friendly options for upgrading an industrial roof because the existing covering stays in place.
Can you overclad walls as well as a roof?
Yes. We overclad walls on factories, warehouses, workshops and other commercial buildings in Halesowen.
What areas around Halesowen do you cover?
We cover Halesowen and surrounding areas including Cradley Heath, Rowley Regis, Blackheath, Oldbury, Stourbridge, Dudley, Quinton, Hagley, Bearwood and Smethwick.
Thinking about overcladding in Halesowen?
If your industrial roof or wall cladding is tired, poorly insulated or showing signs of corrosion, contact Robinsons Roofing and Cladding. We can visit your property, inspect the covering and explain whether over cladding is a suitable option.
