{"id":34554,"date":"2024-02-17T22:49:15","date_gmt":"2024-02-18T06:49:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/?p=34554"},"modified":"2024-10-09T14:29:22","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T22:29:22","slug":"surespans-guide-to-choosing-the-right-roof-hatch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/surespans-guide-to-choosing-the-right-roof-hatch\/","title":{"rendered":"Surespan&#8217;s Guide to Choosing the Right Roof Hatch"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/surespans-guide-to-choosing-the-right-roof-hatch\/#Dimensions_of_Your_Roof_Hatch\" >Dimensions of Your Roof Hatch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/surespans-guide-to-choosing-the-right-roof-hatch\/#Size_it_Right_Choose_Your_Roof_Hatch_for_Personnel_or_Equipment_Access\" >Size it Right: Choose Your Roof Hatch for Personnel or Equipment Access<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/surespans-guide-to-choosing-the-right-roof-hatch\/#Surespan_Roof_Hatches\" >Surespan Roof Hatches<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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. Selecting the appropriate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestaccessdoors.com\/products\/popular-picks\/roof-hatches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">roof hatch door<\/a> The initial step involves identifying the primary purpose of the roof hatch. Before making a selection, there are several key factors to evaluate:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dimensions of the Roof Hatch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The intended use of the Roof Hatch: for People or Equipment?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The installation location of the Roof Hatch<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dimensions_of_Your_Roof_Hatch\"><\/span><strong>Dimensions of Your Roof Hatch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34556\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Surespan&#039;s Guide to Choosing the Right Roof Hatch 2\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selecting your roof hatch&#8217;s size begins with assessing your roof&#8217;s structure and the space available for the hatch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consideration of the hatch&#8217;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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Size_it_Right_Choose_Your_Roof_Hatch_for_Personnel_or_Equipment_Access\"><\/span><strong>Size it Right: Choose Your Roof Hatch for Personnel or Equipment Access<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Surespan&#039;s Guide to Choosing the Right Roof Hatch 1\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Surespans-Guide-to-Choosing-the-Right-Roof-Hatch-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right Roof Hatch hinges significantly on its intended use, making this aspect crucial in your decision-making process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A compact, single-cover hatch equipped with a stationary ladder, ship ladder, or service stairs is often sufficient for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/surespancovers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">roof access hatches from Surespan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designated for personnel access. However, if the hatch is to facilitate the passage of extensive tools regularly, a bigger size should be considered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dimensions of the equipment will directly influence the required size of the hatch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linquip.com\/blog\/installing-roof-access-why-is-it-important\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The installation location of the Roof Hatch also plays a pivotal role in your selection.<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 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&#8217;s aesthetic appeal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In environments demanding heightened security, such as banks or pharmacies, opting for a high-security roof hatch is essential to prevent unauthorised entry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Standard Roof Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal for instances requiring roof access via a ladder, ship&#8217;s ladder, or service stairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Fire Rated Roof Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable when a fire resistance of up to 240 minutes (EN 1634-4) or 90 minutes (UL-EU) is needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Sliding Roof Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best suited for areas with high wind conditions or when a large opening is necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Double Leaf Roof Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimal for easy access to bulky equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Retrofit Roof Hatch<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designed for fitting onto an existing upstand or when a replacement hatch is needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Surespan_Roof_Hatches\"><\/span><strong>Surespan Roof Hatches<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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. 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