The Architect had identied potential issues aecting the roof structure of a large 19 th Century Gothic style parish church in Renfrew, Scotland. Hutton + Rostron (H+R) were instructed to carry out a detailed timber condition survey of the very ne Pitch Pine roof structure by the Parish Church Council. On average, H+R investigate two churches a month across the country. Work undertaken There were many health and safety issues involved with the survey work undertaken by H+R due to the high level access required. Ladders were utilised to reach the majority of areas of the exposed timber roof structure as all H+R surveyors are Ladder Association certied. However, due to small doorways, suspended oors and balconies some areas were still inaccessible. H+R surveyors were able to use th

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