In Ramsgate we installed GreenCoat PLX colour-coated steel on a private home — a coastal project where the choice of material and finish had to allow for salt air.
Roofing on the coast
Salt-laden air and wind-driven rain are harder on a roof than inland conditions, so on the coast the material, its coating and the fixings all matter more. We look at how exposed the building is — seafront or sheltered street — and recommend a metal and finish to suit, with details that keep water from sitting on the metal.
Ramsgate has many conservation areas around the Royal Harbour and the town centre, so work visible from the street may need consent.
Questions about roofing in Ramsgate
Is metal roofing suitable near the sea?
Yes, with the right choice. Exposure to salt varies a lot between a seafront house and one a few streets back; we match the metal, coating and fixings to the site. Our Ramsgate project used GreenCoat PLX colour-coated steel.
Who handles planning in Ramsgate?
Thanet District Council, which also covers Margate and Broadstairs.
