Roof renovation – above-rafter insulation, costs & photovoltaics

Laura — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 12:00:09 +0000

Definition, re-roofing & above-rafter insulation

Roof renovation – Roof renovation refers to the repair of a roof in terms of thermal insulation and waterproofing. Often the roof renovation is carried out as soon as minor damage, such as loose or loose tiles, are noticed. In exceptions and in the case of larger damages, a complete new covering of the roof is also carried out. For this purpose, above-rafter insulation is often used, which is attached to the roof truss over the entire surface. If there is a desire for photovoltaics on the roof, it is a good idea to plan a system as part of a roof renovation.

Requirements & possibilities

However, before starting the renovation, the craftsman looks at the exact structure of the house. It is looked whether it is an old building, new building, with flat roof or pitched roof. Then the options are discussed with the owner of the property and the duration of the work is planned. If they happen to be a roofer themselves, or are very handy, they can also do the roof renovation themselves. In any case, the last step before the actual renovation is to obtain the necessary building permits.

Costs, promotion & free photovoltaic system

The costs of a roof renovation are calculated from the material costs and the personnel costs for architects and craftsmen. Depending on the type of roof renovation, there is the possibility of receiving a grant of 10% from the KFW or a subsidy in the form of a particularly favorable loan. Compare rates: mortgage comparison. There is also the option to receive a completely free roof renovation. After the total costs are determined, the exact costs per square meter can be calculated. To do this, they must apply to a photovoltaic power producer and then receive in the best case a free roof renovation, including installation and lease income for the provision of their roof.

Roof renovation at a glance

Repair, thermal insulation and waterproofing of the roof
Full-surface insulation with above-rafter insulation
Analysis: old building, new building, flat roof or pitched roof
Do it yourself – only with craftsman expertise
Building permits are necessary
KFW subsidy 10% or favourable loan
Free roof renovation with photovoltaic system & lease possible

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Preliminary building application as the first step of a building project

Laura — Fri, 03 May 2019 11:00:29 +0000

Preliminary building application – In order to implement a building project, the consent of the municipality or a building permit is required, which can only be obtained through the preliminary building application. Through the preliminary building application, the builder can check which distance areas he must observe or whether exceptions or exemptions can be granted concerning his development plan. More updates: latest news. This clarifies whether a certain type of building use is permitted on a building site.

Preliminary planning application overview: Clarification before submitting the building application

Required for the building permit
Building owner can clarify questions regarding his building project
Admissibility of the development is clarified