I am quite reasonably handy with diy jobs but i have a question i cannot answer. The garage is one which is still a quite popular basic design. i.e. it is a panel concrete type with a corrugated roof. Now it's leaking all over the place i have worked out that the side panels need re- tightening and sealant put between the gaps. The main worry is replacing the corrugated aluminium roof,
has anyone done it and what are the results, the garage company who put these things up want to charge £800 for fixing it all.

nigel, August 2008

Hi
i have replaced a few of the asbestos roofs on these type of garages.
If it is aluminium roof it should only be the joints that are leaking or on a cold day you will get condensation.
If me and the roof panels sound i would re silicone all the joints. If gone porous go to your nearest demolition yard and get re-placement corrugated sheets should only set you back about £60 and a box of roofing screws will set you back about £25.00(screw fix) And you will need some wood to go on the cross beams about £25.00 whole job should be unde £150.

Marley, August 2008