Pitched Zinc Roof Extension

The result is a distinctive exterior appearance that maximises the feeling of vertical height.

Pitched zinc roof extension.

The pitched roof extension that s been added to this property comes out quite far and has created enough room for a large living room at the back of the house. Often due to the height of the upstairs having a shallow pitched roof is the best option. The shape of the new edifice designed by jlarchitecture looks attractive at the back of the house and gives the owners extra ceiling height without overwhelming the external space. Pros of a pitched roof extension.

Sig zinc and copper recommend that the minimum pitch for a standing seam zinc roof is five degrees with an absolute minimum of 3 degrees. In those cases most architects will suggest a zinc roof. This is a factor that planning departments tend to look on favourably. A 3 degree roof pitch means just over 50mm in every metre so over 3 metres you only have 150mm to play with.

Pitched roof extensions typically cost more simply because they involve more work and take longer to complete. When adding a zinc roof extension to your home you need to make it work with the existing dimensions of the building. Outpost tops london terrace extension with a zigzag zinc roof. We recommend 5 degrees however due to site conditions and execution.