What Is The Average Thatched Roof Price

The average thatch installation price  R650.00 – R850.00 per square meter

 

Determining the exact thatched roof price without knowing the measurements, the type of building to be thatched, the type of materials used. We have spoken to the top thatching Pros on our platform and have out together a rough square meter cost to thatch your roof. The thatched roof price is a small one to pay for a long lasting, durable and beautiful looking roof. While thatched roofs might be more expensive than tiled. The average lifespan can be up to 4 x longer making it a worthwhile investment.

 

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    Factors Determining The Cost To Thatch A Roof

    The price to install a thatch roof from scratch is higher than replacing a thatch roof. Mainly because there is a lot more preparation needed to get the roof ready for thatching.  The existing oof will need to be stripped, and framed for extra support

    The size of the job

    As with any contracting or construction type job. Basically, the primary element influencing costs is the size of the task. The larger and more intricate the task, the more labor will be needed, and the higher the cost. Larger projects also need for additional materials, which raises the cost of the thatch roof.

    The design 

    Remember that a more ornate and intricate design will result in a higher cost for your thatch roof when choosing a style. Choose the shape or style of the roof, whether you want the entire roof wired or only the ridge, and whether the eaves need to be stripped completely or partially.

    Materials used

    There are so many different types of thatching / grass materials that can be used when thatching a roof. A lot of these varieties are also dependent on the region. If you choose a variety from a region further away from you, the price of the thatch roof will be more.

    Add-Ons

    The same as with all roof types, the more extras you add onto the roof, the more expensive the quote will be. If you want to include a chimney or windows you will need to have the plans adjusted, you’ll need more materials and you will also need more labour to get the job done. All of these will increase the thatch roof cost.

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    What Installing A Thatched Roof Requires

    Starting from scratch with a thatched roof requires a great deal of preparation. To secure the thatch to a wooden frame, the current roof must be removed. Then, the roof is secured with a timble skeleton. The thatch panels must be fastened to the wooden roof structure after you've chosen the type of thatch. After that, the thatch panels are stacked one on top of the other until the entire roof is covered.

    Pro tip: If you opt for double thatching then remember to double your measurements so you have enough thatch to complete the job. Our Pros also recommend adding on an extra 10% – 15% to allow for overhang or overlapping.

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    How To Choose The Best Thatched Roof Pro?

    There are a few things to keep in mind when hiring a Kandua.com thatch installation professional.

    Get at least 3 quotes: The more quotes you get the more you will understand what the job entails and whether or not you are getting overcharged.
    Read Reviews: Look for pros with online reviews so you can find the best pros for the job. You’ll also get an idea of the quality of their workmanship. Thatching pros listed on Kandua.com all have online reviews.
    Read the quote: Make sure you read the quote thoroughly. Read all the line items on the flooring quote so you know exactly what the deliverables and costs will be.
    Location: Flooring pros that work in near the area you live in will make the job a lot easier. Kandua.com has thatching pros in the following areas all over South Africa: Johannesburg thatch roof installation professional – Cape Town thatch roof installation professional – Pretoria thatch roof installation professional – Durban thatch roof installation professional

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