Thatch roofs, log homes and building work. Beach cottages and holiday resorts, timber decks and ceiling panels. Telhados em palha, casas feitas em madeira em trabalhos de construcao, casas de praia, resorts de ferias.

Established in 1982, Thatchers BT was founded by Mr. Louis J Rautenbach, a well-recognised and respected businessman in Mpumalanga, Limpopo and Swaziland. Thatchers BT is dedicated to providing the finest quality thatched roofs, repairs, conversions, maintenance and service.

A member of Thatchers Association of South Africa (TASA)

Currently Houtkrel consists of seven branches; Boksburg, Graskop, Heidelberg, Kimberley, Mozambique, Randburg, Vereeniging and Witbank. Graskop is predominant a treating plant that is up to SABS standards and are also audited and inspected by SABS inspectors on a regular basis. It is also regarded as a model treating plant. Houtkrel is proud to set a standard in the industry and to make the impossible possible.

Need a roofer contact Traditional Thatch Roofs for all your roofing advice, installation and maintenance. We specialize in aspects of building, thatch roofing and home renovations to all residential properties and farming estates. Contact Michael for expert advice. Free online Quotations.

The Thatchers Association of South Africa, strives to uphold high standards of practice for the industry, members and their customers. "A Guide to Thatch Construction in South Africa" is available in English, Zulu and Sesotho and is downloadable at no cost from the TASA website. Members sign a Code of Ethics and Conduct and are committed to uphold the SANS 10407 (Thatched Roof Construction) Specification requirements. SATAS (South African Technical Auditing Services) conduct inspections before a contractor is accepted as a member and manage also all complaints received.