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Permavent’s Permaflex® Lead Alternative achieves BBA Certification

Permavent’s PERMAFLEX® is now BBA certified, reinforcing its status as a high‑performance alternative to traditional lead.

Industry partners help deliver essential improvements at Shrewsbury homeless shelter.

Permavent provides support for roofing works at The Ark homeless shelter.

Pitch Perfect: How Plain Easy Transformed a 28° Clay Roof into a Certified Success

Blackberry Kilns’ design champions rural design excellence, blending traditional references with modern performance standards to create a building that feels timeless and perfectly rooted in its surroundings.

Permavent Strengthens Technical Leadership with Appointment of Kevin Ley as Head of Technical

Permavent has appointed Kevin Ley as Head of Technical, strengthening the company’s technical leadership and reinforcing its commitment to compliant, high-performance building envelope solutions.

Modern Homes, Modern Challenge: Moisture Control in Roof Spaces

Condensation isn’t new, but in today’s airtight, highly insulated homes, it’s a bigger risk than ever. Moisture from daily living has fewer escape routes, often ending up in roof spaces where it can cause damp insulation, timber decay and expensive structural damage.

Contemporary Homes, Hidden Risk: Why Roof Spaces Need Smarter Moisture Control

Condensation isn’t new, but the way it behaves in today’s airtight, highly insulated homes is. Moisture from everyday living now has fewer escape routes, rising into roof spaces and creating risks like damp insulation, timber decay, and costly damage.

Easy Slate specified for Full Roof Replacement at Horatio House After Severe Water Ingress

When the primary roof covering at Horatio House, Portishead failed, the impact was significant, leading to severe water ingress and internal damage in the building that serves a vital community hub, housing the Portishead Library and supporting youth and community activities.

Pitched Roofing Awards Glory for Permavent

We are thrilled to announce that Graham Copson, our Technical Manager, has won the Award for Outstanding Contribution in the Industry 2025.

Why Modern Homes Demand Smarter Moisture Management

Condensation isn’t new—but the way it behaves in today’s airtight, energy-efficient homes is.

Permavent APEX Delivers Full Reroofing Solution to Safeguard Grade II-Listed Heritage

After decades of vacancy and exposure to the elements, the iconic Castle Street Chambers and the Earl De Grey Pub in Hull have undergone a transformative restoration.

Smart Roofing Solutions: Permavent DRY+ and Easy Slate Secure Long-Term Protection for Coastal School

Pinkie St Peter’s Primary Secures a 40-Year Roofing Guarantee with Permavent DRY+ and Easy Slate, delivering long term performance.

Welcoming Jodie Harris to the Permavent Marketing Team – Brand Builder, Strategic Thinker, Market Leader

We are excited to introduce Jodie Harris — a seasoned marketing professional who helps build brands that make sense, stand out, and perform.

Cladding Isn’t the whole story – It’s time to talk about the cavity

The UK’s recladding crisis has dominated headlines — thousands of buildings affected, billions in remedial costs, and lives disrupted. But there’s a critical piece missing from the conversation: the building cavity.

Four Countries, Five Charities, One Legendary Team!

Team Permavent arrived safely back in the UK late last night — a little tired and definitely full of wild stories to share around the office!

Beckingham Cadet Training Centre Raises the Bar with Safeshield XT Reflect

The visionary new build at Beckingham Cadet Training Centre in Lincolnshire, commissioned by the East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (EMRFCA), sets a new benchmark in safety and sustainability.

TEAM PERMAVENT RACE NORTHERN EUROPE FOR CHARITY

Help Team Permavent raise funds for 5 amazing charities.

Permavent are exhibiting at Offsite Expo 2025

Come and meet our team of experts and discover the innovative Permavent product range.

Heritage Secured: Permavent APEX and Plain Easy System Specified for Roof Restoration of Historic West Barn Conversion

Permavent’s Easy Roof System was specified for the restoration and residential conversion of West Barn at Purkis Farm, balancing heritage preservation with modern performance.

We’re proud to see Redcar Central Station featured on the front cover of August’s RCI Magazine

Permaflex® and Permavent APEX were both specified for the re-roofing of the government and Railway Heritage Trust-funded project to revive the dilapidated station.

NEW STARTER ANNOUNCEMENT

We are thrilled to welcome Kate Gill-Carter to the Permavent team! She will be taking on the role of Area Sales Manager – Roofing for the Midlands area.

Permavent celebrates triple finalist recognition at the Pitched Roofing Awards 2025!

We're absolutely delighted to announce that Permavent has been shortlisted as finalists in THREE categories at the Pitched Roofing Awards 2025!

New Life for a National Treasure: Roofing the Library of Wales

The iconic National Library of Wales has entered a new chapter in its architectural legacy, thanks to the specification of Permavent APEX air open and vapour permeable membrane.

Permavent and Belsay Hall restoration project gracing the front page of Best of British magazine!

Discover how Permavent’s patented Easy Slate contributed a pivotal and contemporary solution to the restoration and enduring conservation of Belsay Hall.

Permaflex® Premium Lead Alternative Plays Pivotal Role in the Regeneration Of Redcar Central Station

The regeneration of Redcar Central features a high-performance weatherproofing solution centred on Permaflex® lead alternative, specified for its durability, flexibility, and compliance with modern building standards. Integrated with Permavent APEX breathable membrane, the system delivers robust protection and long-term integrity at the gateway structure.

Once again, Permavent have been shortlisted for a prestigious industry award!

Some more great news...our innovative new solution, Permavent Window and Door Reveal Tape has been shortlisted for the Product Innovation Award at the Offsite Awards 2025.

Another Industry Honour for Permavent!

Permavent is extremely proud to announce yet another shortlisting for a major industry award! We’ve been recognised in the Facade Awards 2025 for Best New Build Project (Commercial).