Roof Tiling

About this course

Participants practise roof-tiling techniques on a purpose-built mock-up featuring a dormer window and a Velux window. The course covers approaches to repairing existing roofs, alongside the wider techniques involved in tiling and overhauling a roof. Teaching is structured around practical activity, with opportunities to discuss specific building projects or plans and receive relevant advice during the course.

What you'll learn

• Apply techniques used in roof tiling
• Carry out repair work on an existing roof
• Work around roof features including dormer and Velux windows
• Use techniques involved in overhauling a roof

Is this course right for you?

The course is labelled Improver and is intended for learners developing beyond fundamental techniques, although the source does not state a formal previous-experience requirement. Participation centres on practical work at ground level using a roof mock-up.

• Includes practical work rather than classroom-only study
• Learners can discuss a particular building project or set of plans