Practical guidance on building, renovation, roofing and project oversight in the Western Cape.
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Asbestos cement roofs must not be cut, drilled, broken or removed by ordinary roofers. In South Africa the work is controlled by the Asbestos Abatement Regulations, 2020, and must be done by a registered asbestos contractor.
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Most Cape Town roof leaks come from flashings, cracked sheets or tiles, blocked gutters and failed waterproofing. Here is what to check before the winter rain, and when to call a contractor.
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An independent progress inspection tells you how far the build really is, whether the work meets the specification, what is defective, and whether the next payment claim matches the work on site.
