How long should my roof last?
On average in Cornwall Wheat reed will last between 15 and 20 years. Water reed will last between 25 and 30 years. This is all dependant on the quality of thatching the material,the pitch of the [...]
When will the yellow colour fade from my newly thatched roof?
This all depends on the weather, e.g. persistent rain will dull the thatch quicker, but usually a roof will not fade until 6-9 months after completion.
Is thatching a dying trade?
We are asked this question often, and no thatching is not a dying trade, with over 1500 thatchers nation wide it is still a very popular trade to enter into, but training is very long and hard [...]
How much does the average size cottage cost to re-thatch?
This all depends on the area you live in and the local thatchers rates,as these can vary massively. An average sized cottage should cost around £10,000 – £14,000
How long does it take to thatch a house?
An average sized cottage will take 3-4 weeks.
Is there a risk of fire?
Of course there is always a risk of fire, but there are lots of precautions you can take. For instance, you can install heat sensors inside your chimneys and loft spaces, your roof can be sprayed [...]
How high should my chimney be above the thatched roof?
The chimney, including the pot, should terminate at least 1.8m above the height of the ridge
Are vermin an issue with thatched houses?
Rats, mice, squirrels and birds can all cause problems with your roof. The best course of action if you notice any damage is to consider covering your roof in wire netting to prevent them from [...]
