Temporary Roofs

Weatherproof temporary roof structures to protect buildings during roofing works, fire damage repair, or structural renovation. When a building is exposed to the elements — whether through roofing works, fire damage, or structural failure — a temporary roof is often the most important first step to protecting the property. Youngs Scaffolding designs and installs weatherproof temporary roof structures across South East England, providing a covered workspace and protecting the building while permanent repairs are planned and completed. Our temporary roofing service includes: Monopitch temporary roofs — for smaller properties or single elevation exposure Gable to gable temporary roofs — providing complete weather protection over the entire roof area Ridge tent / hipped temporary roofs — for hip ended properties where full perimeter coverage is needed Emergency temporary roofing — installed within hours for storm damage, fire damage, or structural collapse situations Extended hire temporary roofs — for long term weather protection during phased repairs Temporary roofs are constructed from scaffold tube and fittings with specialist sheeting, and are designed to withstand wind loading to the relevant BS standards. We can design the structure to allow roofers to work underneath in all weather, removing weather delays from the programme. We regularly work alongside loss adjusters, insurance companies, and roofing contractors on fire damage and storm damage claims. Our team understands the urgency of these situations and can provide written reports and photographic evidence for insurance purposes. Loss adjusters, roofing contractors, developers, and homeowners requiring weather protection during roofing or structural works. Temporary roof structures are designed and erected to BS EN 12811 and wind loading calculations appropriate for the site exposure. All sheeting is secured against uplift and inspected after adverse weather. Emergency temporary roofs are erected as quickly as possible while maintaining structural integrity.