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Harvey Thatch-Over Tile Supply & Installation Services
by JP Mugan Construction & Thatching
At JP Mugan, we have transitioned our core focus to the future of African roofing: Harvey Stone-Coated Steel Tiles. While we respect the tradition of natural thatch, we understand the modern financial and safety pressures facing property owners. Our Harvey Thatch conversion service is meticulously designed to resolve the tension between “loving the look” and “hating the risk.”
We specialize in the supply and precision installation of Harvey Thatch Tiles, offering a solution that armors your property against fire, vermin, and weather, while preserving the iconic bush aesthetic that defines your home or lodge. This is not just a roof replacement; it is a permanent asset upgrade that secures your investment for decades.
Our Harvey Thatch Installation Services
Our primary expertise lies in the “Thatch-Over” methodology, a specialized engineering solution that delivers immediate value without the chaos of a full demolition.
The Process & Outcome: Instead of stripping your existing roof and exposing your property to the elements, we install a treated timber framework directly over your current thatch. The Harvey Steel Tiles are then fixed to this new skeleton.
Outcome: You retain the superior thermal insulation (R-value) of the natural grass, now protected by a steel shield.
Value: This process is non-invasive. There is no dust or debris falling into your home, meaning your daily life—or your lodge’s guest bookings—can continue uninterrupted during the installation.
Aesthetics: From the inside, you keep the ambiance of exposed poles and grass. From the outside, you gain a pristine, manicured look that never ages.
Harvey Thatch Maintenance & Benefits
Where natural straw requires constant “combing” and chemical treatments, Harvey Thatch Tiles offer Maintenance Freedom.
Scrap the Risk, Keep the Charm:
Fire Safety (A-Class Rating): The most critical outcome for our clients is safety. Harvey tiles are non-combustible. By converting, you effectively remove the tinderbox from above your head, protecting your family and assets from lightning strikes and ember showers.
Vermin Proofing: Steel cannot be torn by baboons, monkeys, or nesting birds. This eliminates the cycle of “bald spot” repairs and ensures your roof remains watertight and pest-free.
Weather Resilience: Engineered to withstand severe Highveld hail and gale-force winds, these tiles turn your roof from a liability into a fortress.
Why Choose JP Mugan
We are not just contractors; we are outcome specialists. Our clients choose us because we understand that a roof conversion is a financial calculation as much as a construction project.
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Save of Insurance: For many of our clients, the decision is purely financial. Converting to Harvey Thatch often allows insurers to reclassify your property from “High Risk” to “Standard.” The monthly savings on insurance premiums can often offset the cost of the installation over time.
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Resale Value Protection: We help you turn a potential sales objection (an old thatch roof) into a selling point. A JP Mugan Harvey installation signals to future buyers that the property is safe, low-maintenance, and structurally sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will converting to Harvey Thatch actually lower my insurance premiums?
Yes. In most cases, installing Harvey Thatch Tiles allows insurers to reclassify your property risk. Many clients find the monthly savings are significant enough to pay for the roof conversion over 3–5 years.
Will I lose the "African bush" atmosphere inside my property?
Absolutely not. Because we use the “Thatch-Over” method, you still see the beautiful exposed poles and grass ceiling from the inside. You keep the ambiance but lose the dust and bugs.
Do I need to move out or pause operations during the installation?
No. Since we build over the existing roof, no dust or debris falls inside. The work is entirely external, so your life continues uninterrupted.