About This Service
About this Service
Emergency tarping in Dorset covers urgent short‑term protection across the county, from inland villages to the coast. The service fits historic cottages, rural farmhouses and seaside thatched roofs where water ingress threatens internal finishes or structure.
In Dorset the combination of coastal salt air, high winds and wet winters affects both material choice and fixing method. Crews typically use marine‑grade tarpaulins, timber boarding, screw anchors and battened overlaps to resist wind uplift and to limit salt damage to thatch ridges.
A secured temporary cover stops immediate leaks and reduces the risk of rot or mould, while a written condition report documents the defect for insurers. Temporary protection must be replaced by a permanent repair or re‑thatch when weather allows.