Northern Ireland Storm Damage & Roofing Skills Shortage: Why Training Matters The roofing industry in Northern Ireland is facing significant challenges. The National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has not provided adequate support for this region compared to the rest of the UK. Similarly, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has been largely absent, leaving local roofers and apprentices without a clear path forward. Impact of Recent Storms The storm in Ja

Why have we banned lead in petrol, paint, water pipes, and even fishing weights in our reservoirs, yet continue to use it in roofing,...

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The title of this blog originated from an article I authored more than two decades ago, advocating for self-builders to explore...

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Why Natural Slate Still Matters on Heritage and Period Roofs Around 90% of my work is heritage restoration . It is work I care deeply about and have built my career around. Over the years, I have been fortunate to help restore some of Northern Ireland’s most important buildings, from churches and landmark structures such as St George’s Market  in Belfast, to large period homes including the award-winning Ormiston House . These buildings matter. They carry history, craftsmansh

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Help& Advice on re-roofing your home from Stuart Penrose Roofing Northern Irelands Award winning domestic specialist