Roofing Advisors UK Ltd's Height Services division has recently completed flashing repair works at Lancefield Quay, one of Glasgow's most prominent riverside buildings on the banks of the River Clyde. The project presented a significant access challenge that required a carefully planned specialist solution before any repair works could begin.
Lancefield Quay stands 14 storeys high on the north bank of the Clyde, and the nature of the building's structure meant that conventional access methods were not a viable option for reaching the area requiring repair. Before our team could carry out the flashing works, the access problem had to be solved.
Our Height Services team designed and installed a temporary roof anchor system, providing the secure anchorage points required to allow our qualified Rope Access operatives to abseil into position safely. Only once that system was in place the works began.
This sequencing is important. On any project involving work at height, access planning is not an afterthought, it is a fundamental part of delivering the works safely and to the required standard. Our Height Services division is structured precisely to manage this end-to-end process, from initial assessment through to completion.
Flashing is one of the most critical details in any roofing system. It forms the weathertight seal at junctions, penetrations, abutments and edges- the points where water is most likely to find a way in if the detail is poorly installed or has deteriorated over time.
On a high-rise residential or commercial building like Lancefield Quay, a failing flashing detail can cause significant water ingress, potentially affecting multiple floors below and leading to costly damage if left unaddressed. Early identification and specialist repair is almost always more cost-effective than allowing the problem to develop.
The repairs carried out by our team restored the integrity of the flashing detail and addressed the root cause of the issue, rather than applying a temporary fix that would require revisiting in the near future.
A Complete Solution, From Diagnosis to Delivery
What this project demonstrates is the value of having a contractor capable of managing the full scope of a specialist roofing challenge. From diagnosing the issue and identifying the appropriate access solution, through to installing the temporary anchor system and completing the repair works, Roofing Advisors UK Ltd handled every element in-house.
For building owners and facilities managers, that matters. Coordinating multiple contractors across a single project adds time, cost and complexity. A single contractor with the capability to cover access, safety systems and roofing works in one appointment is a more efficient and accountable solution.
Our Height Services division holds the qualifications, equipment and operational experience to deliver exactly that on buildings of all types and heights across Scotland and the wider UK.
Working Safely at 14 Storeys
It would be remiss not to mention that on a clear winter's day, 14 storeys above the River Clyde does offer something of a view. Our team carried out the works safely and efficiently.
Enquire About Height Services and Rope Access
If you manage a building where access restrictions are making roofing or facade repairs difficult, our Height Services team would be glad to discuss the options available to you. We provide rope access solutions, temporary roof anchor installation and specialist repairs across commercial, residential and public sector buildings throughout Scotland and the UK.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements.
Roofing Advisors UK Ltd's Height Services division has recently completed flashing repair works at Lancefield Quay, one of Glasgow's most prominent riverside buildings on the banks of the River Clyde. The project presented a significant access challenge that required a carefully planned specialist solution before any repair works could begin.
Lancefield Quay stands 14 storeys high on the north bank of the Clyde, and the nature of the building's structure meant that conventional access methods were not a viable option for reaching the area requiring repair. Before our team could carry out the flashing works, the access problem had to be solved.
Our Height Services team designed and installed a temporary roof anchor system, providing the secure anchorage points required to allow our qualified Rope Access operatives to abseil into position safely. Only once that system was in place the works began.
This sequencing is important. On any project involving work at height, access planning is not an afterthought, it is a fundamental part of delivering the works safely and to the required standard. Our Height Services division is structured precisely to manage this end-to-end process, from initial assessment through to completion.
Flashing is one of the most critical details in any roofing system. It forms the weathertight seal at junctions, penetrations, abutments and edges- the points where water is most likely to find a way in if the detail is poorly installed or has deteriorated over time.
On a high-rise residential or commercial building like Lancefield Quay, a failing flashing detail can cause significant water ingress, potentially affecting multiple floors below and leading to costly damage if left unaddressed. Early identification and specialist repair is almost always more cost-effective than allowing the problem to develop.
The repairs carried out by our team restored the integrity of the flashing detail and addressed the root cause of the issue, rather than applying a temporary fix that would require revisiting in the near future.
A Complete Solution, From Diagnosis to Delivery
What this project demonstrates is the value of having a contractor capable of managing the full scope of a specialist roofing challenge. From diagnosing the issue and identifying the appropriate access solution, through to installing the temporary anchor system and completing the repair works, Roofing Advisors UK Ltd handled every element in-house.
For building owners and facilities managers, that matters. Coordinating multiple contractors across a single project adds time, cost and complexity. A single contractor with the capability to cover access, safety systems and roofing works in one appointment is a more efficient and accountable solution.
Our Height Services division holds the qualifications, equipment and operational experience to deliver exactly that on buildings of all types and heights across Scotland and the wider UK.
Working Safely at 14 Storeys
It would be remiss not to mention that on a clear winter's day, 14 storeys above the River Clyde does offer something of a view. Our team carried out the works safely and efficiently.
Enquire About Height Services and Rope Access
If you manage a building where access restrictions are making roofing or facade repairs difficult, our Height Services team would be glad to discuss the options available to you. We provide rope access solutions, temporary roof anchor installation and specialist repairs across commercial, residential and public sector buildings throughout Scotland and the UK.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your requirements.
