Industrial & Commercial Roof Refurbishment & Replacement Specialists
Specialist roofing solutions for ageing commercial and industrial buildings, including roof replacement, asbestos roof replacement, metal roof replacement and roof overcladding.
Specialist Roofing Solutions for Ageing Commercial & Industrial Roofs
Young & Company specialise in the refurbishment, replacement and overcladding of ageing industrial and commercial roofing systems across the North West and beyond.
Many commercial and industrial buildings constructed throughout the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s are now reaching the stage where existing roof systems require remediation, refurbishment or full replacement.
This includes ageing profiled asbestos cement roofs, deteriorating profiled metal roofs, failing rooflights, poor insulation, recurring leaks and roof systems that are no longer performing effectively.
Young & Company provide practical, long-term roofing solutions designed to improve weatherproofing, thermal performance, appearance and overall building performance.
Common Problems with Ageing
Commercial & Industrial Roofs
Older industrial and commercial roofs can suffer from a wide range of problems over time, particularly where the original roof covering is approaching the end of its serviceable life.
Common issues include:
- Roof leaks and water ingress
- Ageing profiled asbestos cement roof sheets
- Deteriorating profiled metal roof sheets
- Cut-edge corrosion
- Failed fixings
- Coating degradation
- Fragile or degraded rooflights
- Poor insulation and thermal performance
- Condensation issues
- Ongoing maintenance problems
- Failing previous refurbishment systems
- Outdated building appearance
Where ongoing repairs are no longer effective, roof refurbishment, overcladding or full roof replacement can provide a more reliable long-term solution.
Our Industrial & Commercial Roof Refurbishment Services
Asbestos Roof Replacement
Many commercial and industrial buildings still contain profiled asbestos cement roofing systems installed during the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.
Where an asbestos cement roof is no longer suitable for overcladding, or where full removal and replacement is preferred, Young & Company can provide complete asbestos roof replacement solutions.
Replacement works can include removal of existing profiled asbestos cement roof sheets and installation of modern insulated roofing systems, including composite insulated panels or built-up roofing systems.
Metal Roof Replacement
Profiled metal roofs installed during the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s are increasingly reaching the point where replacement may be required.
Common issues include cut-edge corrosion, failed fixings, coating breakdown, roof leaks, degraded rooflights and poor thermal performance.
Young & Company replace failing metal roofs with modern roofing systems designed to improve long-term durability, weatherproofing, insulation and building appearance.
Asbestos Roof Overcladding
Where suitable, asbestos roof overcladding can provide a practical and cost-effective refurbishment solution for ageing profiled asbestos cement roofs.
A new roofing system is installed over the existing roof covering, helping to encapsulate the asbestos cement roof while improving weatherproofing, insulation and the external appearance of the building.
Asbestos roof overcladding can often reduce disruption compared with full strip and replacement, subject to the condition and suitability of the existing roof structure.
Metal Roof Overcladding
Metal roof overcladding is a practical refurbishment solution for suitable existing profiled metal roofs affected by age, leaks, cut-edge corrosion, failing rooflights or coating degradation.
A new roof system is installed over the existing metal roof covering, improving building performance and extending the life of the roof.
This can provide a cost-effective alternative to full roof replacement where the existing structure remains suitable.
Roof Replacement
or Roof Overcladding?
Not every ageing roof requires full replacement. In many cases, overcladding can provide a practical and cost-effective alternative.
The correct solution will depend on:
- The condition of the existing roof covering
- The condition of the supporting structure
- The presence and condition of asbestos cement sheets
- Existing roof pitch and roof layout
- Current leaks or water ingress
- Insulation and thermal performance requirements
- Client budget and long-term objectives
- Whether the building remains occupied during works
Young & Company can review the existing roof condition and advise whether roof overcladding or full roof replacement is the most appropriate long-term solution.
Modern Roofing Systems
for Refurbishment & Replacement
Young & Company install a range of modern commercial and industrial roofing systems suitable for roof refurbishment, overcladding and replacement projects.
System options may include:
Composite Insulated Panel Systems
Composite insulated panels provide a fast, efficient and high-performance roofing solution for commercial and industrial buildings.
They offer excellent thermal performance, a clean finished appearance and long-term weather protection.
Built-Up Roofing Systems
Built-up roofing systems provide flexibility for refurbishment and replacement projects.
These systems typically include a liner sheet, insulation, spacer system and outer profiled metal sheet, allowing insulation performance and system specification to be tailored to the project.
Standing Seam Roofing Systems
Standing seam roofing systems, including Young & Company’s Royaldeck ‘S’ system, can provide a robust solution for low pitch refurbishment and roof conversion projects.
Royaldeck ‘S’ is a secret-fix standing seam system suitable for selected low pitch roof applications and long-term refurbishment works.
Rooflights, Gutters
Flashings & Details
A successful roof refurbishment or replacement project is not just about the main roof covering.
Young & Company can also provide associated works including:
- Rooflight replacement
- Purpose-made flashings
- Highline gutters
- Membrane-lined gutters
- Rainwater goods
- Verge, ridge and perimeter details
- Interfaces with existing walls and cladding
Our in-house fabrication capability allows us to manufacture bespoke flashings, trims, guttering and metal details to suit each individual project.
What Our Clients Say
Benefits of Roof Refurbishment
& Replacement
Refurbishing or replacing an ageing commercial or industrial roof can provide significant long-term benefits.
- Improved weatherproofing
- Reduced leaks and water ingress
- Improved insulation and thermal performance
- Reduced ongoing maintenance
- Replacement of failing rooflights
- Improved building appearance
- Extended building lifespan
- Better internal working conditions
- Opportunity to upgrade gutters and flashings
- Long-term roofing performance
- Improved asset value and usability
Who We Work With
Young & Company deliver roof refurbishment and replacement projects for a wide range of commercial and industrial clients.
We work with:
- Commercial property owners
- Industrial building owners
- Facilities managers
- Surveyors and consultants
- Main contractors
- Developers
- Schools and education providers
- Industrial estate owners
- Manufacturing and warehouse operators
Our focus is on delivering practical, reliable and long-term roofing solutions tailored to the requirements of each building.
Proven Commercial &
Industrial Roofing Experience
Young & Company have delivered roof refurbishment, overcladding and replacement projects across a wide range of commercial and industrial buildings.
Our experience includes:
- Industrial roof replacement projects
- Commercial roof refurbishment works
- Asbestos cement roof replacement
- Metal roof replacement
- Asbestos roof overcladding
- Metal roof overcladding
- Composite panel roof installations
- Built-up roofing systems
- Rooflight replacement works
- Gutter and flashing replacement works
Our Approach
Young & Company provide practical, project-specific wall cladding solutions for commercial and industrial buildings.
Our approach typically includes:
- Initial enquiry
- Review of existing building condition
- Site survey
- Recommendation of suitable cladding options
- Preparation of quotation / specification
- Installation by experienced teams
- Completion and handover
We focus on delivering durable, visually attractive and practical cladding solutions tailored to each building.
Why Choose
Young & Company?
- Over 40 years of commercial and industrial roofing and cladding experience
- Wall cladding replacement and overcladding specialists
- New build roofing and wall cladding capability
- In-house fabrication capability
- Purpose-made flashings, trims and details
- Experience across commercial and industrial buildings
- Real project portfolio and proven delivery
- Focused on quality, safety and reliability
Discuss Your Industrial or Commercial Roofing Project
If your commercial or industrial building has an ageing asbestos cement roof, failing metal roof, leaking roof system or roof covering reaching the end of its serviceable life, contact Young & Company to discuss your refurbishment, overcladding or replacement options.