UPVC is the acronym for unplasticised poly vinyl chloride. Put in more familiar words, UPVC is a rigid plastic building material used in home improvement for windows, siding and for draining purposes on the edges of a roofline. If you are renovating or simply maintaining a home, UPVC roofline suppliers in Manchester can provide you with needed materials. As a point of reference, when the same material is plasticised, PVC, it is flexible and often used for pipes. Most people have heard the term PVC pipes.
There is a lot more to roofs than shingles and gutters, terms recognizable by most people. With focus on the roofline, there are two important components, fascias and soffits. These two components go together like nuts and bolts. You cannot have one without the other. A fascia is the long straight piece that runs along the side of the roofline. The soffits are tucked under the fascia. Years ago both components were made using wood. But with newer materials available, namely UPVC, wood is not generally used in modern construction.
Unplasticised poly vinyl chloride is superior to wood because it is cheaper and weather resistant, practically weather proof. Fascias and soffits are available in many colors to coordinate with the decor on the outside of the house. Installing UPVC fascias and soffits rather than wooden ones will save a lot of money over the life of your home. Other than annual cleaning, the components will not have to be replaced.
These two roofing components also play an important role in draining water away from the roof and preventing rot and damage due to moisture. It is important to keep your gutters free of debris so the drainage is not blocked. Fascias keep your gutter in the optimal position to drain water away from the roof and foundation of the house. UPVC materials usually come with a fifteen year guarantee.
If you have an older home, chances are the fascia and soffits are made of wood. In time, even with proper maintenance, these will have to be repaired or replaced. When this time arrives do not bother with repair, which will be a temporary fix and just as expensive as replacement. Installing unplasticised poly vinyl chloride roofline materials will save you time and money, and protect the structure of your roof.
Wooden fascia and soffits have to be painted to protect the wood from the elements. This is a maintenance cost that will be completely eliminated with unplasticised poly vinyl chloride roofline materials. Simply install the color and finish most suited to your home and never worry about painting.
Properly installed quality fascia and soffits are vented to allow air to circulate. The vents let the house breathe and keep the house warmer in cold months and keep it cooler in the hot summer months. In this respect there is an insulating factor that makes your home more livable.
The suppliers in Manchester are experienced in all matters that pertain to roofing. They will gladly inspect your gutters, fascia and soffits to evaluate the condition. They strive for outstanding customer service. Their workers are insured and fully trained, and you will be able to count on the quality of their workmanship.
