Phako Consulting

Phako Consulting Engineering Services specifically for roofing requirements. Structural Engineering Consultancy.

We design warehouses, lowcost houses, gable to gable roofing systems and additions to pre-existing roofs.

20/03/2026

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28/12/2025

Wishing you all a safe and Prosperous New Season. From all at Phako we wish you a restful and recharged holiday season.

Morning friends. I touched a bit on unmaintained roof sheets and the deterioration of the rubber seals which will cause ...
02/07/2025

Morning friends.

I touched a bit on unmaintained roof sheets and the deterioration of the rubber seals which will cause a leak and degradation of the purlin and ultimately collapse.

So many of you have DM’d me on the issues faced on unmaintained tiled roofs.

So the biggest nemesis of any roof is wind. A lot of misconception is centred around the weight of the tile. It isn’t far-fetched although wind can cause more than uprooting the tiles.

Strong wind usually carry pebbles and minute particles that corrode the tile and affects the interlocking of the tile on your roof. If your membrane(plastic layer in roof) is torn then we can expect seepage. We can never predict the angle at which the rain falls so if a pebble and wind manage to lift a tile or two then there’ll be water leaking through.

So with a proper paint regimen, manufacturer soec, and waterproofing of your roof then you protect the tiles with your paint and the interlocking is more durable. Products such as Rubberised Waterproofing paint works well for this Instance.

The main culprits in a tiled roof is the apex and valleys. On the Apex, usually it’s due to poor quality cement mixture, inadequate curing of the cement and improper treatment of the cement over a 30 day period.

In the valleys the leakage is primarily due to incorrect installation and if your initial roof installation was inadequate, then your problems are bigger the quote you received from a certified roof fabricator and installer.

Please be advised not to cut corners on your roof, after all it keeps the elements off you back.

Thats My 2 cents’ worth and Always happy to help.

Morning friends. It is of utmost importance to maintain your roof structure. In order to prevent leakages in a sheeted r...
01/07/2025

Morning friends. It is of utmost importance to maintain your roof structure. In order to prevent leakages in a sheeted roof or a tiled roof. Something as simple paint can save you thousands of rands down the way. Some roof installations date back to the 80s and 90s and without proper care the result is pictured here below.

Paint manufacturers usually have recommendations on their products for the lifespan of their product once applied. Paint protects not only the sheets but the screws that hold the down on to the purlins. So in the advent of heat, cold fronts, rain and winds, sheets normally experience expansion and contraction and tends tear the rubber on the screw or nail. Yet with a consistent paint regimen recommended by the manufacturer can prevent seepage, deterioration of your purlin and regrettably the collapse of your roof.

Take care of your investment and your property will reach its design life and be an asset to your future generations.

Give us a shout if you experiencing any issues with your roof. We can help.

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28/03/2024

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23/02/2024

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15/01/2024

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01/10/2020

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Poor waterproofing results in rotten battens/purlins or worse, load bearing rafters. The result is catastrophic failure ...
19/07/2020

Poor waterproofing results in rotten battens/purlins or worse, load bearing rafters. The result is catastrophic failure or fatal accidents. Phako can assist you with corrective measures.

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Acacia East
Midrand
1687

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00

Telephone

+27834306136

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