The Virgin Media datacentre in Glenrothes was facing issues with water ingress due to an aging roof. Weatherproofing Advisors carried out a detailed survey and provided a durable solution that minimized disruption to the facility’s operations. The project included installing a new insulated cladding system that improved the roof’s energy efficiency and ensured it stayed watertight.
Despite the challenges of working in a live environment, the work was completed smoothly and earned praise for its quality and professionalism. Backed by a 20-year warranty and ongoing AfterCare support, the refurbished roof provides long-term protection and peace of mind.
Weatherproofing Advisors were successfully appointed to refurbish the roof at Virgin Media’s Datacentre in Glenrothes, Fife
Virgin Media Glenrothes premises is a key datacentre hub which services Fife. The metal profile roof was showing the typical signs of degradation and failure associated with a building of this age and type.
Due to the breakdown of various roofing components, water ingress was occurring into the areas below, presenting a risk to people and valuable equipment.
WPA conducted a comprehensive survey of the roof, utilising our qualified drone pilot. In conjunction with our structural engineer, we completed a specification aimed at addressing the issues identified.
The solution was geared towards addressing the water ingress issues with minimum disruption to ongoing operations within the building.
The first stage of the project involved the installation of external scaffolding, roof edge protection and sacrificial safety netting, in order to provide a safe working area at the GRP rooflights.
A new bar and bracket system was installed, following by an insulated plastisol coated steel cladding system incorporating new gutters and flashings. The finished project resulted in a watertight roof with improved energy efficiency.
The client expressed satisfaction with the site management and quality of workmanship, despite the work being executed in a live, sensitive building.
Moreover, the roofing solution comes back by a 20 year warranty, a testament to its quality and reliability. The guarantee is further supported by our comprehensive AfterCare programme ensuring that the roof remains in optimal condition for its guaranteed lifespan.
Cut edge corrosion.
Degraded rooflights.
Roof overview.
Installation of bar and bracket system.
Installation of insulation.
Sacrificial safety netting.
Glazed atrium detail.
Interface at upper and lower levels.
Perimeter flashing.
Completed roof system.
Completed roof system.
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