The repair and maintenance of historic roofs

Nixon, Andrew (2014) The repair and maintenance of historic roofs. Bachelors thesis, Dundalk Institute of Technology.

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Abstract

The roof is the first line of defence therefore a good working roof is crucial to the survival of the historic building. However, despite such importance, a roof can often be the most neglected part of the building. Research suggests that maintenance is crucial to prolonging the life span of the roof and preserving the significant aspects of the historic fabric. This dissertation examines the way in which historic roofs are repaired and maintained. The study involves a review of the typical defects found in historic timber roofs and an appraisal of the appropriate techniques theoretically used to repair them against the back drop of governing legislation. Using case studies, the research produces comparative analysis between the outlined techniques and the actual methods being used in reality. The concluding evidence supported by these case studies highlights the discrepancies between good practice, actual repairs and also magnifies the range of defects that can occur if appropriate maintenance is neglected in historic, traditional roofs.

Item Type:	Thesis (Bachelors)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Historic buildings; Roofing; Preservation and repair.
Subjects:	Engineering
Research Centres:	UNSPECIFIED
Depositing User:	Sean McGreal
Date Deposited:	04 Aug 2015 10:34
Last Modified:	04 Aug 2015 10:34
URI:	https://eprints.dkit.ie/id/eprint/450

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