Thatching Services

We are a well established business, providing a team of craftsmen to give and efficent, reliable and professional service at competitive prices. We offer a Nationwide Service in all thatching materials from New Build to Listed properties.

As advisors to thatch specialists such as insurers, architects, builders and owners groups we have the knowledge and expertise to provide a service covering all aspects of thatching. Our company has full insurance and are Fire Retardant specialists. Risk assessment/H&S and warranties etc are available.

Our Service Include:

New Build
Extensions
Re-thatch
Re-ridge
Fire Retardants
Reports/surveys
Advice for thatching work
Listed property and grant work

	Thatch Fire Protection Products
	SMF Crouch and Co. offer several specialist Thatch Fire Protection Products. Thatched properties are all different and have different risks and requirements. We are happy to help you understand the options for your individual property. Please contact us - we are happy to talk to you.
			THATCH-SAFE® FireboardDM
	Magma Firestop Fire Retardant Spray goes on the external or internal surface of thatch. “A” rating for spread of flame Proven and tested throughout Europe Environmentally Friendly No detrimental effect to thatch Insurance premium reductions Proven on Grand Designs Live www.magmafirestop.co.uk		The building regulation for new thatched roofs is paragraph 10.9 of B4, which refers to rafters being overdrawn with a construction having not less than 30 minutes fire resistance. This is for properties within 12 metres of a boundary. The Dorset Model advocate use of a solid board. We offer THATCH-SAFE® FireboardDM 1 hour+ Fireboard PSB, GB8624 Non Combustible Environmentally friendly magnesium oxide board Tested at Exova, Warrington
			THATCH-SAFE® Fire Barrier
	It is not always possible to apply a fire barrier to your rafters under the thatch. This discrete installation protects from the loft space. Fire alarm & suppressant system in one Bespoke Solution tailored to your property Linear heat sensors in loft space risk areas New Stat-X technology used by NASA Suppresses fire with particulate and leaves no mess (unlike water) www.thatch-safe-attix.co.uk		This 20mm insulating fire barrier has been especially designed for use with thatch and meets B4 building regulations. LABC System Approval: Certificate No. 422-12-7177 Light and easy to install Micro-porous (allows thatch to breathe) Flexible - great fit for old or undulating roofs and eyebrow windows www.thatch-safe.co.uk