Dry Ridge System Installation In Shiney Row, Tyne and Wear

Client: Private Residential
Location: Shiney Row, Tyne and Wear
Project Name: Dry Ridge System Installation with Solar Panel Reinstatement
Completion Date: 23/04/2025
Contractor: Northern Heritage Roofing

Project Overview

Northern Heritage Roofing was contracted to install a new dry ridge system on a semi-detached property in Shiney Row, Tyne and Wear. The property featured a hipped slate roof and active solar panels near the ridge line, which required careful handling to carry out the work without damage.

To ensure safe access and protect the panels, our team professionally decommissioned and temporarily removed the solar panels before beginning the roofing work. After the new ridge system was installed, the panels were reinstalled and fully secured.

Scope of Work

• Decommissioning and temporary removal of existing solar panels
• Safe access setup for ridge work on hipped slate roof
• Removal of old mortar ridge
• Installation of ventilated dry ridge system using mechanical fixings
• Reinstallation and testing of solar panels after roofing work completed
• Final inspection and clean-up

Materials Used

• Ventilated dry ridge system kit
• Stainless steel fixings and clamps
• Ridge roll and compatible accessories
• Safety and decommissioning equipment for solar systems

Challenges & Solutions

Working on a hipped slate roof required precision and care, particularly around the solar panel area. The risk of damaging the panels or compromising the roof’s integrity was mitigated by temporarily removing the solar setup and reinstalling it after the dry ridge system was securely in place.

Outcome

The new dry ridge system provides a durable, low-maintenance solution for the homeowner while ensuring proper ventilation across the roofline. The solar panels were safely reinstalled without any issues, and the overall system is now more resilient to future weather conditions.

Customer Feedback

"The whole process was smooth and professional from start to finish. Northern Heritage Roofing took care of the solar panels and completed the new ridge without any hassle. Really happy with the result – looks great and no more worries!"

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