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DRY HIP SYSTEMS BELFAST
MPM Home Improvements provides professional dry hip installation in Belfast and Greater Belfast, offering a mechanically fixed alternative to traditional mortar-bedded hip tiles. Where existing hip mortar has deteriorated or a suitable pitched roof is being upgraded, we can inspect the affected areas and determine the work required.
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DRY HIP INSTALLATION IN BELFAST
Roof hips form the sloping external junctions where two sections of a pitched roof meet. Because these areas are exposed to the weather, traditional mortar around hip tiles can deteriorate over time. A dry hip system mechanically secures the tiles to provide a modern dry-fix solution.
Mortared Hip Replacement
Where traditional mortar around hip tiles has cracked, loosened or deteriorated, the existing hip can be assessed to determine whether upgrading to a dry system is appropriate.
Dry Hip Installation
Dry hip systems use purpose-designed components to mechanically secure hip tiles along the sloping junction of the roof without relying solely on traditional mortar bedding.
Existing Roof Upgrades
Suitable existing pitched roofs can be upgraded from traditional mortared hips to a dryfix system, particularly where ageing mortar is becoming an ongoing maintenance issue.
DRY HIP FAQs
Answers to common questions about dry hip systems, deteriorated hip mortar and upgrading traditional roof hips throughout Belfast and Greater Belfast.
What is a dry hip system?
A dry hip system mechanically secures the tiles running along the sloping external junction of two roof sections. It provides an alternative to relying solely on traditional mortar bedding.
What is the hip of a roof?
A roof hip is the sloping external edge formed where two pitched roof surfaces meet. Hip tiles cover and finish this junction.
Why does mortar around hip tiles deteriorate?
Hip tiles and their mortar are continually exposed to rain, wind and changing weather conditions. Over time, traditional mortar can crack, loosen or begin to deteriorate.
Can existing mortared hip tiles be converted to dry hip?
Yes, where the roof is suitable. The existing hip tiles and surrounding roofing should first be inspected to establish the condition of the area and the work required.
What is the difference between dry hip and dry ridge?
Dry hip systems are installed along the sloping external junctions of a roof, while dry ridge systems are used along the horizontal ridge at the highest point of a pitched roof.
Can dry ridge, dry verge and dry hip systems be installed together?
Where appropriate for the roof, different dry-fix systems can be used across the relevant ridge, verge and hip areas. Each part of the roof should first be assessed to determine what work is required.
Can you inspect my roof hips before providing a quotation?
Yes. MPM provides free inspections and quotations so the existing hip tiles, mortar and surrounding roofing can be assessed before work is agreed.
Where do you install dry hip systems?
We install dry hip systems throughout Belfast and Greater Belfast, including East Belfast, West Belfast, North Belfast, South Belfast, Dundonald, Castlereagh, Newtownabbey, Glengormley, Holywood, Lisburn, Carryduff and surrounding areas.
UPGRADING TRADITIONAL MORTARED ROOF HIPS
Where mortar around hip tiles has become cracked or deteriorated, a dry hip system can provide a mechanically fixed alternative. MPM Home Improvements provides mortared hip replacement, dry hip installation and upgrades to suitable existing pitched roofs, with the work based on the condition of the individual roof.
Contact us to arrange a free roof hip inspection and quotation in Belfast or the surrounding area.
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Based in Belfast, MPM Home Improvements installs dry hip systems throughout Belfast, Greater Belfast and surrounding areas, including East Belfast, West Belfast, North Belfast, South Belfast, Dundonald, Castlereagh, Newtownabbey, Glengormley, Holywood, Lisburn, Dunmurry, Carryduff, Comber, Newtownards, Bangor, Carrickfergus and Whitehead.
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