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Steel Frame System or Timber? How to Choose the Best Frame System for Your Construction Project

When starting a new building project, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is choosing the right frame system. Both timber and...

11-2024

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New Roll-Forming Technology in 2025: The Future of Steel Frame Construction

The construction industry is constantly evolving, with innovative solutions being key to success. At U-Roof, we’re excited to announce that our investment in...

11-2024

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Steel Frame Housing Solutions: Extend Your UK Home with Modern Steel Frame Extensions

As property prices rise and homeowners look for cost-effective ways to increase their living space, steel frame extensions are emerging as a modern...

09-2024

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Customer Stories: Why U-Roof Frames Make Building Simple

At U-Roof, we create high-quality steel frames that make construction projects smoother and quicker, without compromising on strength. Whether you're working on a...

09-2024

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5 Surprising Benefits of Steel Frame Garden Rooms for Eco-Friendly Living

IntroductionThe idea of building sustainable homes reflects the increasing trend towards environmentally friendly home design. Modern homeowners are looking for eco-conscious solutions in building...

04-2024

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Advantages of Light Gauge Steel Frames in Modern Construction

In the evolving landscape of modern construction, innovative and efficient building materials are essential in shaping architectural design and execution. One such innovative approach...

01-2024

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A social housing first on first

With the need for affordable social housing being a growing issue on the political agenda, the need for efficient construction methods becomes an ever...

07-2016

Light Commercial And Office Development

Light commercial and office development

A locally installed mixed use commercial & office development was recently completed by U-Roof using our panels to infill between concrete decks and steel...

08-2014

Modular Buildng Construction

Modular building construction

Local suppliers C3S have used our modular building system once again to create a 10 bay linked modular building....

08-2014

Garages Outbuildings

Garages & outbuildings

U-Roof is able to offer supply only or supply and fit of various garages, home offices & outbuildings Our outbuilding or garage packages are...

07-2013

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200 Years minimum expected lifespan

A revolutionary new light gauge steel warm frame home building system has recently received a welcome seal of approval in the form of test...

03-2013

Construction Savings

Construction savings

A growing Number of the self build enthausiasts and housebuilders are discovering that showing some steel really does have benefits when it comes to...

11-2011

Code 5 Eco Build

Code 5 eco build

The electronics teacher from Chesterfield had only done a few renovations prior to starting on his code 5 four-bedroomed detached house but he found...

10-2011

Show Some Steel

Show some steel

Timber solutions will continue to lead the way as the roofing product of choice for new build homes but a growing number of architects,...

10-2011

Homebuilding And Renovating Award

Homebuilding and renovating award for U-Roof

West Yorkshire-based U-Roof Ltd has been recognised for innovation in construction. U-Roof came away with a “Highly Commended” in a recent national award ceremony...

05-2011

Silver Entrepreneur Award

U-Roof chairman wins silver entrepreneur award

U-Roof Chairman David Thurston picked up the Silver Entrepreneur Award at The HalifaxCourier Business Awards Ceremony recently.David struck gold at the awards which recognises...

11-2009

U Roof Shortlisted

U-Roof shortlisted for best use of steel

U-Roof were shortlisted under the “Best Use of Steel” at the recent 3rd OSC Magazine Awards during Interbuild at the NEC in Birmingham celebrating...

10-2009

Sci Assessed

SCI assessed

Warm Roof and Design, Steel Roof Trusses – Manufacturing ans Installation // Latest news and discussionsSCI AssessedU-Roof are pleased to announce the formal assessment...

06-2009

Its Your Roof U Choose

It’s your roof – you choose

Self builder Mark Higgins, of County Wexford in Ireland, is only too willing to shout from the rooftops about a new steel structure solution...

05-2009

Incorporation Of Traditional Features

Incorporation of traditional features

For one of our recent projects it was decided to incorporate an internal traditional feature, to ensure the natural flow of the existing structure...

08-2008

Too Much Salt Isnt All That Bad Stock

Too much salt isn’t all that bad

Corrosion from the elements is an important factor to take into consideration, even though when installed the U-Roof system should be fully protected by...

06-2008

Modern Methods Of Construction

Modern methods of construction efficiencies are more important than ever

U-Roofs Bob Lyons recently gave a series of presentations describing how using U-Roofs design methodology could improve these areas. Mr Lyons stated:Although our approach...

03-2008