Selecting the appropriate roof hatch for your property is a critical decision that requires careful consideration. Surespan is here to guide you through this process, ensuring you choose a roof hatch that caters to your specific requirements. The initial step involves identifying the primary purpose of the roof hatch. Before making a selection, there are several key factors to evaluate:
- The dimensions of the Roof Hatch
- The intended use of the Roof Hatch: for People or Equipment?
- The installation location of the Roof Hatch
Dimensions of Your Roof Hatch
Selecting your roof hatch’s size begins with assessing your roof’s structure and the space available for the hatch.
Consideration of the hatch’s intended use is crucial as it significantly influences the required size. For instance, you might use the hatch to transport objects, large or small, to the roof, or you could use it for occasional emergency access.
Alternatively, you may be planning to establish a Roof Garden and desire a hatch that is more aesthetically pleasing, such as one that is glazed or sliding. Our 600 x 600 Roof access hatch suffices for infrequent roof access needs. For more frequent use, a larger hatch is advisable. Our selection includes sizes ranging from 600 x 600 to 1200 x 1200, with available custom sizes.
Size it Right: Choose Your Roof Hatch for Personnel or Equipment Access
Choosing the right Roof Hatch hinges significantly on its intended use, making this aspect crucial in your decision-making process.
A compact, single-cover hatch equipped with a stationary ladder, ship ladder, or service stairs is often sufficient for roof access hatches from Surespan designated for personnel access. However, if the hatch is to facilitate the passage of extensive tools regularly, a bigger size should be considered.
The dimensions of the equipment will directly influence the required size of the hatch.
The installation location of the Roof Hatch also plays a pivotal role in your selection. For those desiring access to a roof terrace, our Glazed hatches might be ideal, offering both natural light to the interior below and enhancing the roof’s aesthetic appeal.
In environments demanding heightened security, such as banks or pharmacies, opting for a high-security roof hatch is essential to prevent unauthorised entry.
In scenarios involving corrosive materials, like within a chemical plant or in settings where corrosion is a concern, selecting a hatch made from aluminium or stainless steel offers superior durability and resistance.
Standard Roof Hatch
Ideal for instances requiring roof access via a ladder, ship’s ladder, or service stairs.
Fire Rated Roof Hatch
Suitable when a fire resistance of up to 240 minutes (EN 1634-4) or 90 minutes (UL-EU) is needed.
Sliding Roof Hatch
Best suited for areas with high wind conditions or when a large opening is necessary.
Double Leaf Roof Hatch
Optimal for easy access to bulky equipment.
Retrofit Roof Hatch
Designed for fitting onto an existing upstand or when a replacement hatch is needed.
Surespan Roof Hatches
Surespan provides an extensive array of Roof Access Hatches, all customisable to meet the specific needs of your project. Our sales team is ready to assist with any enquiries at sales@surespancovers.com or +44 (0) 1922 711185.
