Building new thatch roofs, houses, lodges, lapas and entertainment areas in Pretoria.
Why we are the best company to use to build your thatch roofs:
- We build prolonged durability thatch roofs
- We ensure that the thatched roofs are waterproof.
- Guaranteed workmanship with the latest techniques for thatching.
- Designs are done according to your specific needs
Extension to existing thatch roof in Pretoria.
If you want to extend your thatch roof or just want to make it larger with a few improvements, we are the correct people to contact for a free quotation.
Building new thatch roof construction in Pretoria
Thatcher Unlimited has mastered the art of thatching. We will guide you through the complete process of building your new thatch roof.
As a professional thatch roof builder, please look out for the following when you hire someone to build your thatch roof, there are certain standards that must be followed.
Thatch roof poles
Poles must be CCA treated to ensure durability and to prevent it from rotting. They must be standard size.
- Kappe, fillers and ridge poles must be from 75/100 to 100/125 depends on the size of the thatch roof.
- Standing poles not allowed to be thinner than 150/175.
- Ring beams not allowed to be thinner than 125/150
- The slope of the thatch roof must be 45˚ degrees; this will prevent the grass from rotting.
- Poles structure must be strong and build according standard.
Thatching grass
Thatch grass is the most expensive material on a thatch roof. This is use on the outside of your thatch roof.
Cape Reed
This is the ceiling of your thatch roof. Use to round off your thatch house from the inside.
How Thatchers Unlimited build these thatch roofs and lapas:
- Cape Reed is used on the inside to create a smooth finish and is also dust-free and more fire resistant.
- Highveld Grass (yellow grass) is used on the outside.
- Gum poles are C.C.A. treated in compliance with SABS Bureau of Standards and varnished.
- Laths are C.C.A. treated in compliance with SABS Bureau of Standards and varnished.
- We use the standard size treated poles.
- We build thatch roofs for long lasting durability and ensure that they are water proof.
- Guaranteed craftsmanship using the latest thatching techniques.
- Designs done to your specific requirements.
What makes a thatch roof unique?
- Warm cozy feeling.
- Gives your house some character.
- Thatched Roofs offer a superb insulation (warm in winter, cool in summer)
- Eco- friendly
DOING THE JOB RIGHT THE FIRST TIME WILL SAVE YOU A LOT OF MONEY!!
FOCUS ON THAT WARM COZY FEELING INSIDE A THATCH ROOF!!