The relevant trades must have performed the following preparatory work before any tiles can be laid.

Brickwork

  • All relevant brickworks complete.

Carpenter

  • Ridge and hip boards fixed flush with rafters.
  • Fascia (or tilt batten) fitted.
  • Barge board fitted.
  • Verge strip fitted (if required for bedding).
  • Gable sheeting and flashing fitted for dutch gables.
  • Anti-ponding boards fitted (if required).
  • Lining boards and counter-battens fitted (for exposed rafters).

Plumber

  • Valley irons and gutters fitted.
  • Secret gutters and flashings fitted (if required).