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System Type: XPS Insulation

Milne Avenue, Cambridge

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This large-scale build-to-rent residential development in Cambridge delivered 373 high-quality new homes and required an extensive roofing and waterproofing package spanning approximately 5,500 sqm.

Skyler delivered a fully integrated solution incorporating waterproofing, insulation, and a variety of roof finishes across the development.

A hot melt waterproofing system was utilised extensively, providing a robust and long-lasting solution ideally suited to large, complex roof areas. This was combined with XPS insulation to enhance thermal efficiency and a ballast finish to ensure durability and protection against environmental exposure.

In addition, selected areas were designed to deliver sustainability benefits through the installation of green roof systems. These incorporated paving walkways to facilitate safe access and maintenance, alongside man safe fall protection systems to ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements.

Monier Road, Hackney Wick

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This residential development in Hackney Wick comprises 150 apartments and townhouses across two blocks, requiring a technically diverse and high-performance roofing solution.

Skyler Contracting delivered a multi-system package including standing seam metal roofing with Rockwool insulation, bituminous hot melt with foam glass insulation, and liquid waterproofing to address complex detailing.

Roof finishes incorporated green and blue roof systems to support sustainable drainage and biodiversity, alongside paved areas with ballast and bespoke perimeter cappings.

The package was further complemented by modern metal decking on balconies and terraces.

Fully integrated mansafe systems and abseil points ensured safe long-term maintenance.

The result is a durable, compliant, and future-proof roofing solution aligned with modern residential performance and sustainability standards.

Polymex House, Peckham

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This new-build development, constructed on the former site of the historic R. White’s Lemonade and Edison Bell factory, delivered a mixed-use scheme comprising 170 residential units and ground-floor retail space. The project included approximately 3,300 sqm of waterproofing works and associated roof finishes.

Skyler Contracting delivered a comprehensive roofing and waterproofing package, with bituminous hot melt systems and XPS insulation utilised extensively across the development. This combination provided a durable, high-performance solution offering excellent thermal efficiency and long-term waterproofing integrity.

Blue roof zones were integrated with green roof systems across the development to combine enhanced drainage control and ecological benefits.

Paved finishes were installed across selected roof areas, balconies, and terraces, creating functional and aesthetically consistent external spaces while ensuring protection of the underlying systems.

 

 

Lombard Square, Plumstead

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This major regeneration scheme delivers 1,913 new homes over approximately 47,000 sqm of residential, community and commercial spaces.

Delivered across three phases, Skyler Contracting has undertaken site-wide waterproofing works totalling approximately 22,000 sqm, supporting the phased evolution of the development and ensuring continuity of performance across multiple build stages.

Given the scale and complexity of the scheme, a multi-system approach was adopted to meet varying design, performance, and programme requirements. This included the installation of bituminous hot melt systems, built-up felt roofing, and cold applied waterproofing solutions, all integrated with non-combustible insulation to meet stringent fire safety and regulatory standards.

Roof finishes across the development incorporate a combination of blue and green roof systems, alongside paved and decked areas, delivering a balanced approach to sustainability, water management, and user access.

The result is a robust, high-performance waterproofing strategy that delivers a professional, future-proofed solution for this large-scale regeneration project.

Winstanley & York Road Regeneration, Battersea

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This project formed part of the wider regeneration of the former Winstanley Estate, delivering 126 new residential units as part of a significant mixed-use redevelopment programme.

Skyler was appointed to deliver a high-performance roofing and waterproofing package across the development.

The main roof areas were completed in a bituminous hot melt waterproofing system, providing a robust, seamless solution suitable for large-scale residential projects. Finishes used were a combination of green roof and ballast, enhancing sustainable drainage performance, improving thermal efficiency, and contributing to biodiversity objectives.

A cold-applied liquid system was installed on the balcony areas, delivering a seamless and highly adaptable solution for complex detailing and constrained interfaces. These were finished with porcelain tiles mounted on a non-combustible pedestal system, providing a durable, low-maintenance, and visually high-quality external finish.

The completed works deliver excellent technical performance with enhanced environmental and architectural outcomes.

Coronation Square, Leyton

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This impressive, multi-phased, new-build scheme in East London comprised over 6,000 sqm of waterproofing works delivered across a complex programme of development.

Skyler delivered a fully integrated waterproofing strategy designed to meet the varied technical demands of the scheme while maintaining consistency in performance and quality across all phases.

The package included hot melt waterproofing with XPS insulation, built-up felt systems with integrated PIR insulation, standing seam metal roofing and cold-applied liquid waterproofing solutions, each selected to suit specific roof zones, detailing requirements, and programme constraints.

A key element of the development was the incorporation of blue, green, and brown roof zones, forming a comprehensive sustainable drainage and environmental strategy. These systems were designed to manage surface water runoff effectively, reduce pressure on drainage infrastructure, and enhance biodiversity through varied substrate and planting approaches. Collectively, they also contribute to improved thermal performance and long-term ecological value across the site.

The programme also incorporated a range of additional finishing elements including aluminium decking, and paved roof areas.

To support safe long-term access and compliance, mansafe systems were installed across all principal roof areas, ensuring secure maintenance routes and reducing operational risk for the facilities teams.

London City Island

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This scheme comprised of waterproofing, blue roof installation and a complete rubber crumb sports pitch to approximately 1,800 sqm.

The main area above the car park was approximately 1,100 sqm. The waterproofing was a Hot Melt system with XPS Insulation.

The finishes were a blue roof attenuation system with a bespoke rubber crumb sports pitch including line marking which offers the residents of the development an extremely useful area for all year round use.

Good Luck Hope, London

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This new build scheme located directly on the Thames was a multi-phased project for Skyler, who provided over 5,000sqm of roofing and waterproofing systems.

The full array provided were: Hot Melt, XPS insulation, Single Ply, Three Layered Felt, Green Roofs, Cappings, Paving, Cold Applied Waterproofing, Fall Arrest.

London South Bank University

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The university was in desperate need to replace the existing roofing system, which was an antiquated system, not fit for purpose and lacking the thermal efficiency required.

Skyler were tasked with removing over 4,500 sqm of existing roof system and providing the adequate temporary waterproofing whilst our full works were installed. Hot Melt Waterproofing and XPS to the vast majority of the area combined with a bespoke Blue Roof Attenuation system aiding the drainage run off.

There were also approx 900 sqm of Three Layer Felt systems with PIR Insulation.

A ballast and paving completed the finishes.

West Hampstead Square

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Skyler were principal contractor for these six residential blocks in West London.

The requirement was to renewal the waterproofing system to all roof areas and reinstate the existing finishes.

Logistics were extremely challenging as the development sat between two of London’s main train lines. Careful planning and execution of the works were completed without any incidents.

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