Agricultural Roofing Materials

Whether it’s a barn, stable, silo or chicken coop all agricultural buildings need strong and, more importantly, weather-resistant roofs. Considering the size and scale of many of these buildings, however, just being hardwearing is not enough. These materials also need to be easy to install, quick to replace and designed in such a way as to more effectively channel rainwater away from walls.

It’s for all these reasons that we work with leading suppliers Eternit, Onduline and more to ensure you have the best range of agricultural roofing sheets to choose from for your project. This includes lightweight corrugated sheets and galvanised box profile sheeting. All are made from quality bitumen, steel and fibre cement.

Better yet, all of these sheets are available in a wide range of sizes, colours and thicknesses to suit virtually any style of building. Many also come with optional extras such as an anti-condensation finish to further improve their already impressive durability.

Thanks to their low weight, Onduline's Corrugated Sheets in particular, you’ll also find them easy to handle and store should you want to keep spares. Despite these user-friendly and hardwearing designs, our sheets can be purchased starting from as little as £11 – 18 per meter.

Benefits of Agricultural Roofing Materials

Fibre Cement

Life-span

Fibre cement's main draw is its extraordinary weathering capabilities, with many still able to provide superb protection even after 50 years. Better yet, it is completely resistant to rot making it one of the best choices for rainy areas.

Low-maintenance Finish

Not only does fibre cement require virtually no maintenance once installed, but it also boasts a visually stunning appearance – far smarter and sleeker than many alternatives which can lose their lustre with time.

Easy to Install

Being incredibly lightweight, fibre cement sheets are among the easiest agricultural roofing materials to handle and transport. Even larger-sized sheets can be used in DIY installs, further speeding up the work. Best of all, absolutely no specialist tools will be needed.

To learn more about fibre cement sheets, check out our dedicated blog on Fibre Cement Benefits.

Galvanised Steel

Tough & Hardwearing

When comparing strength alone, they don’t come much better than galvanised steel. Designed to be a bulwark against heavy wind, rain, snow and extreme temperatures when installed correctly. This seemingly endless rigidity makes then a perfect choice in areas more commonly subject to these conditions.

Sustainable

Galvanised steel is designed to be a long-term solution, meaning limited waste on your end as there is little need to source replacements. Not only this, but galvanised steel also requires a lot less energy to produce than many alternatives. If that wasn’t enough, they can also be fully recycled at the end of their life.

Versatile

Despite being made of steel, these agricultural roofing sheets are remarkably lightweight. Beyond being easier to store, this also makes them suitable for most pre-existing roof frames.

Bitumen

Cost-Effective

Bitumen has been a popular choice for outbuildings for years. It’s not surprising, considering how effective they have proven to be – durable and long-lasting enough to outlast a lot of other agricultural roofing materials. Though a tad more expensive when first bought, they more than make up for it with cost-savings down the line.

Highly Durable

Bitumen sheets are known for their high-tensile strength. This, in addition to exceptional weathering capabilities, also means that they are resistant to cracks and other similar damage. Even when subjected to heavy rainfall, snow or sudden changes in temperature.

Varied Finishes

Bitumen blends in well with most styles of agricultural building, boasting a simple and rustic appeal. Add to this the multiple colours available for its finish and you have a sheet that not only provides a great deal of protection but one that looks great too.

Any More Questions?

In need of some more tailored advice about farm roofing? Whether it’s help picking out the best material for your building, some tips for replacing damaged guttering or anything else related to your roof don’t hesitate to get in touch with our award-winning customer service team. You can call us on 01295 56565 or talk to us online using the handy chat box below.