Prime minister pledges to help roofers
2015 is a big year for David Cameron as the general election takes place and it appears he is trying get roofers on board. Already this year has been the roofing college but now in his latest attempt to win voters he is pleased to support roofers…
Roofing problems this winter
At DPR, we are always conscious that roofing problems can occur when you least expect them. Although with most roofing problems there is a noticeable cause such as wind, sometime there isn’t and the problem may only surface a period of time…
Lead roofing stolen off of NHS Hospital
DPR Roofing are saddened to hear of lead roofing being taken from West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds. In the past 12 months, the hospital said that multiple items had been taken from the hospital, including bizarre items like a scone. They…
Severe weather warning issued in Yorkshire
Winds of up to 90mph are expected to hit areas of Yorkshire in the next 24 hours as storms hit the region. Severe weather warnings have been released by the Met Office across the North of England including Yorkshire and people are being…
5 of the most common roofing problems
Every roof will have a problem during its lifespan, whether that is caused by natural wear and tear or a more serious weather incident. Although you can never be in-charge of the strong winds, there are a few things which can be done on a regular…
DPR wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas
DPR would like to wish everyone, including past and present customers a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. This year we have been involved in some amazing commercial projects which includes roofing work at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in…
Customer reports his own roofers
At DPR, we are meticulous in our health and safety procedures, ensuring that every roof we work on is completed to the strictest of guidelines. We know that for many homeowners this is a very important part of how roofers work, and can be the…
Small house-builders are to be let off from zero carbon standards
It was announced yesterday that the government has planned to propose exemption on smaller sites regarding the zero carbon homes policy standards. According to the reports, from 2016 it was meant to be that all new homes that are built in the…
Is your roof ready for winter?
Making sure your roof is ready for each season is important, especially the winter months. If you live in areas of Yorkshire which are exposed to the harshest of weather, such as in Barnsley then this is even more important. If you already have…
How to test roof gutters for leaks
Water is life giving, but it can also be dangerous if it enters your home; potentially causing untold damage to electrical wiring, as well as your possessions. In addition, water breeds mould, and will create and intensify issues relating to the…