Rear Extension Roof Types

They can be arched or domed.

Rear extension roof types.

Catslide roof on sympathetic extension image credit. The decision to thatch your extension roof will invariably be dictated by the type of roof in place elsewhere on the property and there are pros and cons to be considered. Roof shapes vary from almost flat to steeply pitched. They are more appropriate for rear extensions as planners may demand a pitched roof is used on a front elevation or an elevation fronting a public highway.

Single storey rear extension. A felted flat roof is a common and easy choice and would be recommended if you are looking to carry out a simple extension and do not mind re roofing it in 10 15 years. The greatest considerations of this type of extension are the size of the extension how the roof will work with the existing building s and its impact upon neighbours. Both extensions feature flat green sedum roofs that offer a striking contrast to the pitched roof of the original property.

Thatched roofs use natural materials which can undulate more than rigid roof tiles so it is possible to create interesting flows to the roof. Regarding planning flat roofs are not as popular with planners as pitched roofs but they are still perfectly acceptable in most situations. Regarding planning flat roofs are not as popular with planners as pitched roofs but they are still perfectly acceptable in most situations. A single flat sheet or a complex arrangement of slopes gables and hips.

A felted flat roof is a common and easy choice and would be recommended if you are looking to carry out a simple extension and do not mind re roofing it in 10 15 years. They are more appropriate for rear extensions as planners may demand a pitched roof is used on a front elevation or an elevation fronting a public highway. Other potential difficulties are the positions of drains and chimneys and or any needed excavations.