Find a Thatcher
At NSMT, we want to help thatched property owners in as many ways as possible other than just with insurance needs. With this in mind, we also offer a range of other useful advisory services when it comes to thatched property services. We realise that property owners with a thatched roof will need to have a variety of maintenance and potentially repair services carried out. It is essential that you always have this type of work managed and performed by a team of professionals who are proven and experienced.
One of the most popular types of service that property owners require when it comes to thatched roofs is the initial installation work. When having a new thatched roof installed, you need to make sure that the team designing and fitting the roof have the skill and experience that’s required. To ensure that you end up hiring a skilled contractor, you’re best off hiring a team that is endorsed by our experts. Fortunately, we have the contacts and resources that are necessary to find a highly skilled team.
When you first visit our website, you’ll see the “Find a Thatcher” tool in the menu bar. When you click on this button, you’ll be taken to a page where you can enter either your postcode or the name of your town. After you’ve input this information, you’ll be presented with a list of local thatching contractors that we endorse in your area. By taking a look through this list, you’ll be able to identify several highly skilled thatchers who can help with your thatching project.
The list that we present on our website is complete with contact information and a basic overview of the thatching contractor in question. With this information, you will be able to get started with the thatching contractor and get your project up and running. If you require further information about the thatching contractor on the list and would like to learn more, our team will be happy to help. Reach out to us today to get started with a suitable thatching contractor for your thatching project.
A Guide to Specification
Understandably, many property owners are unsure of where to start when it comes to thatched property insurance. While a lot of homeowners assume that a standard home insurance plan would be suitable for a property with a thatched roof, there are many more stipulations to be taken into account. Thatched roofs are more susceptible to fire damage, which is a factor that significantly impacts the cost of insurance and overall coverage options.
There are several specifications that need to be taken into account when it comes to getting thatched property insurance. To make sure that you’re eligible for thatched property insurance and that your home can be covered sufficiently, you need to consider the following stipulations:
- The roof must have been inspected by a thatcher in the last ten years
- Chimneys must be swept at least once a year
- Two fire extinguishers must be fitted into the property
- The roof must be treated with fire retardant
- The electrics in the property must have been inspected within the last ten years
Complying with all of these stipulations will put you in a better position in the future when it comes to getting property insurance for your thatched property. If you are unable to meet any of these conditions or need assistance with having them fulfilled, you should reach out to a suitable insurance company for helpful advice. Our team can point you in the direction of insurance brokers that have plenty of experience when it comes to thatched property insurance options.
If you’re unsure of the different thatched insurance options that are available, you should get in touch with our team to get started and gain a clearer understanding. We will be happy to take you through some of the options that are available and help to put you in touch with insurance brokers.
Become a Member
As well as being able to help property owners who are looking to have servicing work carried out on their thatched roof, we can also help existing thatching companies to build up a better reputation that will allow them to grow and expand their business. By becoming a member of NSMT, you will receive accreditation that you can then use as a means to advertise your company and services. There are many benefits to being an NSMT-endorsed contractor, which will set you apart from other local contractors.
For a start, we at NSMT only endorse companies that meet our high standards. Our accreditation is so prestigious because of the standards that we uphold. We are proud of the status of our accreditation and aim to maintain the high level of respect that we have within the industry. With this in mind, you can expect our staff to be strict as they assess your thatching company and services. However, if you attain our accreditation, it will be a massive mark of quality and status for your thatching company.
Thatching companies that have taken advantage of our membership options proudly were the banner of being an NSMT-endorsed company. Avon thatching companies that have our accreditation have found that they have experienced a higher volume of business thanks to an influx of clients who have found them through our website. By becoming an NSMT accredited member, you will significantly increase the chances of your company being found by clients in Avon that require thatching work.
As well as allowing you to bolster the status of your thatching company, becoming a member of our organisation will also allow you to take advantage of several other benefits. You will have access to forms that will help you to run your business effectively, alongside access to useful research concerning material handling. You will also be provided with invaluable advice that you can pass on to customers and members of your thatching team, which will help you to improve business practices.
At NSMT, we want all of our members to feel valued and to have access to high-quality resources that allow them to improve business operations. However, we also want to be there if you’re in the middle of a customer dispute. You can depend on our staff to provide you with advice and support to help you overcome legal practices concerning your thatching services. Finally, you will also have access to the exclusive member’s area of our website, which is filled with useful resources.