Start with the way your building works
A warehouse roof project needs to account for stock, loading bays, shift patterns and the movement of people and vehicles. Start by identifying which areas must remain operational and where temporary restrictions could be accommodated. Rooflights, plant penetrations and drainage should be included in the scope so the interfaces are considered together.
- Warehouse operating hours and shift patterns
- Loading bays, traffic routes and storage below
- Roof penetrations, rooflights and plant interfaces
Connect the building need to the right service
Start with the refurbishment, replacement or cladding scope, then consider rooflights, drainage and maintenance requirements as part of the wider plan.
Prepare the project brief
Include your site postcode, approximate roof or cladding area, available drawings or specification, and the dates you are working towards. If the scope is still being developed, explain the building issues and the decisions the assessment needs to inform.
Questions about planning the work
Can a warehouse stay operational during roofing works?
This depends on the roof construction, the work and the activities below. Discuss phased areas, exclusion zones, protection and any temporary closures before agreeing the programme. Continuity of operations should be assessed rather than assumed.
What information helps scope an industrial roofing project?
Send the site postcode, approximate roof and wall areas, existing plans or surveys, proposed specification and target dates. Include loading-bay access, shift times and any sensitive stock or equipment.