What is aluminium capping?

Aluminium capping is a decorative type of architectural aluminium detail, usually fitted to the tops of parapet or perimeter walls, in order to create a weather-resistant, watertight seal.

What impact does aluminium capping have on preventing water damage to buildings?

Aluminium capping has a significant impact on preventing water damage to buildings. Acting as a protective shield for parapet/perimeter walls and roof edges, capping stops rainwater from seeping into your building. Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

• Prevents moisture-related issues: Blocking rainwater infiltration, aluminium capping prevents mould, damp and material erosion.
• Maintains structural integrity: With no available areas for rainwater to deposit into, the structural integrity of the building remains intact.
• Channels water away: Most capping products are designed with an angled slope to facilitate surface run-off. This drains the water away from the building, preventing mould and rot.

Key features to look for in aluminium capping:

The key features to look for in aluminium capping include a practical design to ensure high performance, robust materials to guarantee weather-resistance and longevity, and a colour-matched finish to add aesthetic appeal. We’ve broken these features down for you below:

• Powder-coated finish: A powder-coated finish offers superior durability, corrosion resistance and chip-resistance. This allows the capping to resist harsh weather conditions without damaging its aesthetic appeal. Contact us to have your aluminium capping powder coated in any RAL colour of your choice.
• An effective slope: The more angled the slope is, the better. This is because an effective slope channels rainwater away from a building, preventing water ingress, material degradation, ice buildup, etc.
• Durable materials: As capping is designed for external applications, it needs to be manufactured using materials that can withstand the external elements, e.g. rain, sun, wind, snow, etc. The perfect material for this is aluminium, which has a lifespan of around 25 years.

How does aluminium capping compare to other materials like steel or PVC?

Aluminium capping offers a well-balanced combination of durability, low-maintenance and aesthetic appeal – outperforming steel in corrosion resistance and PVC in longevity. We’ve listed some of the pros of aluminium vs steel and PVC below:

• Lightweight: Aluminium is incredibly lightweight, reducing project costs with quick installation times and minimising strain on your building.
• Eco-friendly: Known as the ‘green metal’, aluminium is 100% recyclable, keeping your project’s carbon footprint to a minimum.
• Versatile: Given aluminium’s malleability, it can be easily formed into various shapes, allowing a secure fit tailored to your property.

Does InterCounty offer custom capping solutions?

Yes, due to aluminium’s impressive malleability, our capping can be manufactured into any size or shape needed for your project. This includes curved capping, which has become a popular design feature for driveways in particular.

Browse our wide range of projects to view more of our custom aluminium capping solutions.

How much does architectural aluminium cost to install?

While the costs of installing architectural aluminium can vary, here are a few key factors to consider:

• Quantity: The amount, measurements and specific size of capping, cladding, fascia or soffit you need will directly influence the price. 
• Project size & complexity: The larger and more complex your project is, the more resources we will need to complete it efficiently. 
• Location in relation to our offices: If your project is far away in relation to our offices, part of the cost may be used to cover travel.

Give us a quick call for your free project quote today: 0161 366 8866.

Which areas does InterCounty Rainwater cover?

InterCounty Rainwater offers supply and installation services for the North West of England, particularly in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside. This includes anywhere within a 60-mile radius of our Hyde-based premises, such as:

Stalybridge, Mossley, Dukinfield, Denton, Audenshaw, Ashton-under-Lyne, Droylsden, Glossop, High Peak, Longdendale, Stockport, Buxton, Didsbury, Withington, Chorlton, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Heywood, Middleton, Chadderton, Royton, Failsworth, Lees, Shaw, Milnrow, Saddleworth, Bolton, Salford, Worsley, Hebden Bridge, Littleborough, Todmorden, Altrincham, Trafford, Stretford, Urmston, Flixton, Wigan, Wythenshawe, Timperley, Hazel Grove, Bramhall, Prestwich, Hale, Lymm, Mottram, Prestbury, Bollington, Poynton, Prestwich, Whitefield, Irlam, Warrington, St. Helens, Widnes, Runcorn, Rossendale, Rawtenstall, Bacup, Marple, Blackburn, Burnley, Blackpool, Preston, Hyndburn, Macclesfield, Northwich, Wilmslow, Handforth, Heaton Chapel / Moor / Mersey / Norris / Park, Whaley Bridge, Alderley Edge, Knutsford, Cheadle, Middlewich, Holmes Chapel, West Yorkshire, Calder Valley, Calderdale, Kirklees, Derbyshire, Halton, Wyre, Fylde and more.