Roof covering
in Ixelles
A dense, urban municipality, Ixelles holds a remarkable Art Nouveau and eclectic heritage around the ponds and the pre-1914 districts. Partial or full renewal of roof covering: tiles, natural slate or fibre cement, with roofing underlay and ventilation.
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The context in Ixelles
Why here in particular
A dense, urban municipality, Ixelles holds an exceptional Art Nouveau and eclectic heritage around the ponds and the pre-1914 districts. In practice, working in tight terraces demands precise logistics and strict respect for listed or protected facades.
A roof is not judged by what you see from the street. What makes roof covering last is what sits underneath: the roofing underlay, the ventilation, the quality of the zinc joints.
- Quote
- Priced after a site visit, free of charge and with no obligation.
- Duration
- 1 to 3 weeks depending on the surface area and the weather.
- Call-out
- Included in Ixelles and neighbouring municipalities
How it runs
How the job runs
The same protocol everywhere, adapted to what the visit reveals on site. Nothing is decided from the pavement.
- Removal and disposal of the old roof covering
- HPV roofing underlay and counter-battens
- New treated battens
- Roof covering in tile, slate or fibre cement
- Ventilated ridge and verges
- Zinc work of roof valleys and flashings
Survey
Pitches, areas, condition of the roof timbers, presence and condition of the roofing underlay.
Removal
Removal of the old roof covering, sorting and disposal.
Roofing underlay
Breathable roofing underlay laid with overlaps and counter-battens: the air gap is not optional.
Battens
Exposed gauge calculated to the tile or slate model.
Installation
Roof covering laid, hooks or nails depending on the material, verges and ridge.
Zinc work
Roof valleys, flashings and junctions redone at the same time.
Frequently asked questions
Roof covering in Ixelles
The questions we get asked most often before this kind of job.
Do you need a permit?
A like-for-like replacement usually needs none. A change of material or colour, often yes. We check.
What warranty?
Ten-year structural warranty on the workmanship and manufacturer’s warranty on the materials. Both are stated on the quote.
Tile or slate?
Natural slate lasts longest and suits Walloon buildings well; concrete tile costs considerably less. The choice also depends on the pitch and on the setting of the street.
Do you come out to Ixelles with no extra call-out charge?
Yes. Ixelles is one of our 17 municipalities: the call-out is included in the quote, not added at the bottom of the invoice.
Other work in Ixelles
While we are on site
Combining two jobs in one visit brings the invoice down. We suggest it when it makes sense, never to pad the quote.
Roof covering in the neighbouring municipalities
A quote for roof covering in Ixelles?
On-site visit, detailed costing within 48 working hours, with no obligation on your part.