FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- How long does a thatch roof last in typical Southern African conditions?
The answer should be between 20 to 30 years depending on climatic conditions. Because of the ridiculous quality that has been available in the market place for the past 10 years, the general public’s conception is that a thatch roof only lasts between 6 to10 years. This is unfortunately true for the work of 99% of so called thatch experts.
- Why Cape Thatch Reed?
Cape Thatch Reed dramatically enhances the internal appearance of the roof. It is also dust-free compared to grass as a ceiling layer. An added advantage of Cape Reed is that it is much more difficult to catch fire than grass.
- What about bird damage?
This is the single most common problem in South Africa today. It is a fact that almost all so-called bird damage is in fact poor workmanship. Incorrect stitching under the ridge capping causes a weak area under the ridge, loose enough for a bird to carry it of, how ever larger birds and monkeys looking for small insects can cause a lot of damage.
- What grass is used?
Whether your project is done in winter or summer, we only use grass harvested in winter. If a roof is thatched with grass harvested in the summer the roof will not last 5 years! Companies that do not have storage facilities use the wrong grass.
- material and workmanship?
Our workmanship and materials complies with the CSIR and S.A.B.S. specifications. We also subscribe to the code of ethics as laid down by the Thatching Association of South Africa.
Our warranty is backed by the strength of our company.
Our strength lies in our people and in their commitment. Remember that some companies might not be around long enough to warrant their guarantee